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SUMMARY:Training of Trainers (ToT) on Youth and Women Inclusion in Democratic Processes
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ Date: 3-6 August 2025\n📍 Location: Nairobi\, Kenya\n🔗 Organisers: Kenya Parliamentary Human Rights (KEPHRA) \nDespite notable progress in Kenya’s democratic journey\, youth and women remain significantly underrepresented in formal political spaces\, including within political parties. Limited access to civic education\, low awareness of internal party structures\, and systemic exclusion have hindered meaningful engagement at all levels of governance. \nAs part of the European Union-funded WYDE Political Parties project\, which seeks to empower young women and youth across Africa to take up leadership roles within political parties\, the Kenya Parliamentary Human Rights (KEPHRA) aims to develop a national pool of trainers capable of cascading knowledge\, skills\, and democratic values at the local level. \nThe overall objective of the Training of Trainers (ToT) is to build the capacity of selected youth and women leaders from various counties to become civic educators and political trainers within their communities. Through this\, the initiative seeks to foster grassroots-level understanding of party structures\, internal democracy\, and broader governance issues. \nSpecific Objectives \n\nEquip participants with facilitation and training skills to lead local-level civic education sessions.\nDeepen knowledge on five thematic areas key to inclusive democratic participation:\n\nYouth Unemployment\nEnvironment\nEconomy\nRule of Law\nSocial Justice and Equality\n\n\nStrengthen understanding of democracy\, leadership pathways\, and political participation.\nPromote peer-to-peer learning\, mentorship\, and sustainable civic engagement structures.\n\nExpected Outcomes \n\nA trained cohort of facilitators capable of conducting grassroots civic trainings.\nLocally relevant action plans developed by each participant for cascading knowledge.\nStrengthened community-level awareness and participation in democratic processes.\nIncreased visibility and legitimacy of youth and women as political actors.\n\nThe ToT will be delivered over two days through a participatory and experiential learning approach. Facilitators will use storytelling\, case studies\, simulations\, group work\, and community mapping to ensure content is accessible\, engaging\, and practical. \nParticipants will receive a detailed training manual and resource toolkit aligned with the five themes and adapted to local realities. \nThis activity is implemented under the WYDE Political Parties project\, aligned with the EU’s strategic objective of strengthening democratic governance and gender equity across Africa. It contributes to broader efforts to foster inclusive political systems\, decentralized civic education\, and sustainable community leadership.
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/training-of-trainers-tot-on-youth-and-women-inclusion-in-democratic-processes/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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SUMMARY:Amplifying Young Legislators: WYDE Capacity Building Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A two-day hands-on training to strengthen the parliamentary and policy-making skills of young MPs in Kenya.\n🗓️ Date: 4-5 August 2025\n📍 Location: Nairobi\, Kenya\n🔗 Organisers: Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS)\, Kenya \nAs part of the ongoing Women and Youth in Democracy (WYDE) – Political Parties project funded by the European Commission\, the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) Kenya Office\, in collaboration with the Kenya Young Parliamentarians Association (KYPA) and under the lead of the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP)\, will host a two-day capacity building workshop for young Parliamentarians in Nairobi\, Kenya. \nThe workshop is designed to contribute towards a set of dialogue and training measures with young legislators that are keen on enhancing the voices of young people within the two tiers of Parliament in Kenya.\nA better understanding of roles and procedures and enhanced skills in policy work and communication will enable the participants to fulfil their roles as legislators and people’s representatives more effectively. \nThe workshop aims to primarily provide a platform where MPs\, Senators\, selected MCAs\, and in general politically active young leaders can deepen their understanding of legislative processes\, policy development\, harness existing communication pathways\, and engage in ideas that can deepen constituency engagement. Ultimately\, amplifying the voice and visibility of youth in democratic governance and legislative decision-making remains our ultimate objective. \n\nDay 1 Highlight – Understanding Parliamentary Systems and the Role of Young Leaders in Democratic Governance: Day one will focus on deepening participants’ understanding of Kenya’s bicameral parliamentary system\, legislative procedures\, and the evolving role of young people in shaping politics and public policy. In addition to young legislators\, the day will bring together politically active youth leaders\, i.e.\, party youth league officials\, and youth advocateswho are making impact in at the national level.\nDay 2 Highlight – Strategic Communication and Policy Advocacy for Young Legislators: The second day will build the capacity of young legislators and youth leaders to communicate among themselves\, within the youth constituency and as well with the rest of Kenyans\, while influencing political and policy conversations. The sessions will explore how young MPs\, Senators\, MCAs\, and politically active youth can sharpen their public narratives\, strengthen digital communication strategies\, and connect more meaningfully with their constituents.\n\nFor more information\, visit:\n🔗 https://www.kas.de/en/web/kenia
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/amplifying-young-legislators-wyde-capacity-building-workshop-in-nairobi/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250905T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250905T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T063939
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SUMMARY:Africa Women’s Forum 2025
DESCRIPTION: From policy to action: Accelerating women leadership in Africa\n🗓️ Date: 5 September 2025\n📍 Location: Nairobi\, Kenya\n🔗 Organisers: The Oslo Center and the Kristdemokratiskt Internationellt Center (KIC)  \nThe Africa Women Forum 2025 is a gathering in Nairobi\, Kenya\, bringing together women from Kenya\, Uganda\, and Tanzania to talk politics\, share ideas\, and build connections. Hosted by The Oslo Center and the Kristdemokratiskt Internationellt Center (KIC) under the WYDE Political Parties programme\, the forum focuses on boosting women’s participation and leadership in politics. \nIt’s designed to be a shared space for women active in politics across learn from each other’s experiences and build lasting networks. Through strategic initiatives and multi-stakeholder collaboration\, the forum will tackle the structural and cultural barriers that continue to limit women’s access to leadership and decision-making roles. By turning dialogue into action\, the event aims to spark real change across East Africa. \nSpecific Objectives:  \n\nIdentify and tackle key structural\, institutional\, and cultural challenges that restrict women’s effective engagement in political leadership.\nGenerate and share evidence-based knowledge and mentorship strategies to advance women’s political leadership within diverse African contexts.\nCreate strategies to facilitate ongoing dialogue and knowledge exchange through networking and strengthening commitments to gender equality.\n\nAgenda: \nA dynamic day of keynote speeches\, panel discussions\, and interactive sessions focused on boosting women’s political leadership across Africa. Around 60 delegates are expected – 40 from Kenya and 10 each from Uganda and Tanzania – coming together to share ideas\, build networks\, and shape strategies for stronger political participation. \nFor more information and LIVE streamings\, visit:\n🔗 https://oslocenter.no/event/africawomensforum2025/
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/africa-womens-forum-2025/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250910T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250911T170000
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SUMMARY:Youth Building Bridges
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Inter-Party Cooperation for the Young Generation in Kenya\n🗓️ Date: 10-11 September 2025\n📍 Location: Nairobi\, Kenya\n🔗 Organisers: Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS)  \nKenya’s young political leaders are coming together to chart a bold\, collaborative future! On 10–11 September 2025\, the WYDE Political Parties workshop will bring youth leaders\, policymakers\, and key political stakeholders to Nairobi for two days of powerful dialogue\, strategic collaboration\, and action planning. \nOrganized by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS) under the WYDE Political Parties project\, led by ENoP and supported by the European Commission\, the workshop will explore how young people can bridge divides\, counter polarization and radicalization\, and build a culture of political cooperation ahead of the 2027 elections. \nAnticipated Outcomes \n\nHigh-Level Opening Session – with leading voices including party leaders\, senators\, the IEBC\, ORPP\, and civil society champions.\nPanel Debates & Plenaries – Chairpersons of the Youth Congresses will discussion topics on tackling polarization\, ethnic politicization\, and youth engagement strategies.\nInteractive Group Work – Participants will draft cross-party policy briefs\, crisis response strategies\, and frameworks for youth-led political cooperation.\nIPYF Cross-Party Action Resolution Framework – This will be a collaborative outcome to guide cross parties’ political tolerance\, inclusivity\, and youth-driven reforms.\n\nThe workshop will also feature case studies of past dialogue sessions held within Kenya and outside the country\, hands-on sessions in policy brief and statement drafting to amplify youth perspectives within political processes and by extension within Kenya’s political and electoral. \nAs Kenya approaches the 2027 elections\, the role of youth in fostering political unity and shaping inclusive policies has never been more critical. This workshop sets the stage for a series of platforms that are meant to consolidate efforts aimed at developing actionable solutions\, and strengthening democratic values\, ensuring that young leaders are not just participants but key architects of the country’s political future. \nFor more information\, visit:\n🔗  https://www.kas.de/en/web/kenia
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/youth-building-bridges/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250926T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250928T170000
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SUMMARY:Regional Conference in Dakar\, Senegal: Youth and Women Leaders
DESCRIPTION:From 26–28 September 2025\, Dakar will host the WYDE Political Parties Regional Conference of Youth and Women Leaders from Political Parties in Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire\, organized by IGD and CIS under the WYDE Political Parties Project\, led by ENoP and funded by the European Union. \nThis three-day gathering will focus on the theme: “Integrating Women into Political Parties in Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire”. Participants will exchange experiences\, identify challenges\, and showcase good practices to strengthen the inclusion of women in political party structures and decision-making. \nThe conference will bring together 30 youth and women leaders from eight major political parties across Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire\, ensuring balanced representation and fostering dialogue on reforms\, capacity-building\, and inclusive political participation. \nBy creating a space for reflection and cross-country exchange\, the event aims to empower women leaders as drivers of democratic transformation and more representative governance in West Africa. \n📍 Date & Venue: 26–28 September 2025\, Dakar👥 Organized by l’Institut pour la Gouvernance et le Développement (IGD) & The Centre Party International Foundation (CIS)\, with the support of ENoP and the European Union
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/regional-conference-in-dakar-senegal-youth-and-women-leaders/
LOCATION:Dakar\, Dakar
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251014T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T063939
CREATED:20251022T103814Z
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SUMMARY:Amplifying Women’s Voice in Parliament: Capacity Building for Female Legislators
DESCRIPTION:A KAS–KEWOPA collaboration to strengthen women’s leadership\, visibility\, and influence in Kenya’s legislative processes \nThe Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS)\, in collaboration with the Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA)\, the County Assemblies Forum (CAF)\, and the Centre for Parliamentary Studies and Training (CPST)\, hosted a capacity-building workshop focused on enhancing the legislative effectiveness and leadership of women legislators in Kenya. \nThe five-day programme took place from 14 to 17 October 2025 in Nairobi\, bringing together women Members of Parliament and County Assemblies from across the country for intensive training\, dialogue\, and peer learning. \nDespite Kenya’s progressive constitutional and legal frameworks promoting gender equity\, women continue to face barriers that limit their representation and influence in governance. This initiative sought to address those challenges by equipping women legislators with the skills\, networks\, and visibility needed to lead effectively\, advocate for gender-responsive legislation\, and serve as mentors for emerging women leaders. \nKey components of the training included: \n\nLeadership and legislative capacity workshops on policy drafting\, party politics\, and inclusive governance.\nPeer-to-peer exchanges and mentorship sessions connecting seasoned and young women legislators.\nMedia and communication training to strengthen public visibility and strategic advocacy on gender equity.\n\nBy the end of the workshop\, participants had strengthened their technical capacity\, expanded their support networks\, and renewed their commitment to promoting inclusive\, representative\, and gender-responsive political leadership in Kenya. \n📍 Venue: Nairobi\, Kenya📅 Dates: 14–17 October 2025👥 Organized by: KAS & KEWOPA\, in partnership with CAF and CPST\, within the framework of the WYDE Political Parties Project\, funded by the European Union and coordinated by ENoP.
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/amplifying-womens-voice-in-parliament-capacity-building-for-female-legislators/
LOCATION:Kenya\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251027T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T063939
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SUMMARY:National Women League Convention on Strengthening Inner-Party Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Empowering women leaders in Kenya to advance inclusion\, accountability\, and reform within political parties \nThe Kenya Parliamentary Human Rights Association (KEPHRA)\, under the WYDE Political Parties Project\, is organizing a two-day National Women League Convention bringing together 54 women leaders from 27 counties across Kenya. The event will focus on strengthening inner-party democracy and ensuring that party structures\, nomination processes\, and manifestos reflect gender equity and inclusivity. \nDespite women and youth representing the majority of Kenya’s political landscape\, they remain underrepresented in party leadership and elected offices. This convention seeks to change that by creating space for women to critically engage with core party documents and processes through a gender and youth lens. \nThrough participatory methods—including document reviews\, plenary discussions\, and action planning sessions—participants will assess party manifestos\, nomination rules\, and internal governance structures to identify gaps and develop reform proposals that promote fairness and representation. \nBy the end of the convention\, women leaders will be equipped with concrete\, evidence-based recommendations to advocate for inclusive party practices and to strengthen their influence within decision-making structures—paving the way for more democratic and representative political institutions ahead of the 2027 General Elections. \n📍 Location: Nairobi\, Kenya📅 Dates: 27-29 October\, 2025👥 Organized by: KEPHRA\, within the framework of the WYDE Political Parties Project\, funded by the European Union and coordinated by ENoP.
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/national-women-league-convention-on-strengthening-inner-party-democracy/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251101T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20260131T170000
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SUMMARY:Training of Women and Youth Leaders at Local Level for Inclusive Democratic Participation
DESCRIPTION:Building political literacy and leadership skills among women and youth across Kenya’s 27 counties \nThe Kenya Parliamentary Human Rights Association (KEPHRA)\, under the WYDE Political Parties Project\, is launching a nationwide training initiative designed to strengthen democratic participation among women and youth leaders at the grassroots level. \nOver the next three months\, county-level trainings will be conducted across 27 counties\, engaging 540 participants—20 women and youth leaders per county. These sessions will be facilitated by county-level Trainers of Trainers (ToTs) who co-developed a standardized political training manual during earlier stages of the WYDE Political Parties Project. \nThe program aims to equip participants with the political literacy\, leadership skills\, and confidence necessary to engage meaningfully in governance and decision-making processes\, while preparing them to contest in the upcoming 2027 General Elections. \nTraining modules will cover key themes such as political party functions\, equality and social justice\, the rule of law\, economic development\, and youth and women’s employment. Through these sessions\, participants will build networks\, exchange experiences\, and strengthen their capacity to influence local governance and policy. \nBy establishing a vibrant\, informed grassroots network of women and youth leaders across Kenya\, this initiative reinforces the broader WYDE Political Parties goal: creating more inclusive\, representative\, and participatory democratic systems. \n📍 Coverage: 27 counties across Kenya📅 Timeline: Starting 1st November 2025 Three months (one training per month per county)👥 Organized by: Kenya Parliamentary Human Rights Association (KEPHRA)\, within the framework of the WYDE Political Parties Project\, funded by the European Union and coordinated by ENoP.
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/training-of-women-and-youth-leaders-at-local-level-for-inclusive-democratic-participation/
LOCATION:Kenya\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251105T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T063939
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SUMMARY:Youth Building Bridges: Youth Congress Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Building the capacity of young political leaders for effective party and legislative participation \nFrom 5 to 6 November 2025\, Nairobi will host the Youth Congress Workshop\, organized by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) as part of the WYDE Political Parties Project\, led by ENoP and funded by the European Union. \nUnder the theme “Building the Capacity of Young Leaders for Effective Party and Legislative Participation\,” the two-day workshop will bring together young members and representatives of the Kenya African National Union (KANU) for an intensive\, hands-on training designed to strengthen youth leadership and participation in political and legislative processes. \nThe workshop will combine expert presentations\, interactive sessions\, and mentorship circles addressing key topics such as: \n\nUnderstanding party structures and internal democracy.\nValue-based and issue-driven policymaking.\nLegislative and representative functions of Members of County Assemblies (MCAs).\nCommunication and negotiation skills for effective leadership.\nFundraising and resource mobilization for political and community initiatives.\n\nParticipants will engage in group work\, policy development exercises\, and mentorship dialogues with experienced political leaders\, civil society advocates\, and communications experts. The workshop will conclude with presentations of county-level action plans and a closing ceremony recognizing participants’ commitment to advancing youth-led democratic leadership. \n📍 Venue: Nairobi\, Kenya📅 Dates: 5–6 November 2025👥 Organized by: KAS Kenya in collaboration with KANU\, within the framework of the WYDE Political Parties Project\, funded by the European Union and coordinated by ENoP.
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/youth-building-bridges-kanu-youth-congress-workshop/
LOCATION:Kenya\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251124T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251128T170000
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SUMMARY:Regional Conference in Dakar: Political Alliances and Democratic Governance in West Africa
DESCRIPTION:Dakar\, Senegal – 24–28 November 2025\nFrom 24 to 28 November 2025\, the Regional Conference on Political Alliances and Democratic Governance in West Africa will take place at the Onomo Hotel in Dakar. The event\, organised under the WYDE Political Parties Project and co-implemented by the Center Party International Foundation (CIS) and the Institute for Governance and Development (IGD)\, will bring together political party representatives from Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire for a week of dialogue\, exchange\, and peer learning. \nUnderstanding the Dynamics of Political Alliances\nIn contemporary political systems—whether democratic\, semi-authoritarian\, or in transition—political alliances play a central role in structuring power\, strengthening representativeness\, and shaping governance. In West Africa\, where political competition often takes place in complex socio-political contexts\, alliances between parties have become essential instruments to build coalitions\, ensure stability\, and broaden democratic participation. \nThe conference will explore the formation\, sustainability\, and strategic management of political alliances\, analysing both their opportunities and their challenges. It aims to deepen understanding of how ideological differences\, leadership ambitions\, and electoral contexts influence these processes\, while promoting constructive dialogue between parties that share democratic aspirations. \nA Space for Exchange and Learning\nOver five days\, participants from major political parties in Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire will engage in interactive panels\, group work\, and simulation exercises designed to enhance their analytical and negotiation skills. The agenda includes discussions on: \n\nThe genesis and durability of political alliances;\nInclusion of women and youth in alliance-building processes;\nManaging ideological and personal differences within coalitions; and\nThe role of alliances in consolidating democratic governance.\n\nA simulation on coalition negotiation will allow participants to apply lessons learned in a practical and collaborative setting. \nA Regional Platform for Collaboration\nThis conference represents a milestone for regional cooperation under the WYDE Political Parties Project\, offering an opportunity to strengthen relationships between parties across borders and promote inclusive political dialogue in West Africa. The initiative highlights the importance of collaboration\, knowledge sharing\, and peer learning as key elements for building more accountable and participatory political systems. \nThe event will also include cultural visits and networking sessions\, fostering informal exchanges among participants from diverse ideological backgrounds. \n\n📍 Venue: Dakar\, Senegal📅 Dates: 24-28 November 2025👥 Organized by: Implemented by the Institute for Governance and Development (IGD) in partnership with the Center Party International Foundation (CIS)\, powered by the European Union through the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP)\, within the framework of the WYDE – Women and Youth in Democratic Engagement Programme.
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/regional-conference-political-alliances-and-democratic-governance-in-west-africa/
LOCATION:Dakar\, Dakar
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251201T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T063939
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SUMMARY:Towards Inclusive and Accountable Party Systems: Regional Workshop on Political Party Regulation in Africa
DESCRIPTION:ORPPs from Kenya\, Malawi and Sierra Leone meet in Freetown to validate findings and advance a shared roadmap for regional collaboration\nRepresentatives from the Offices of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPPs) of Kenya\, Malawi and Sierra Leone gathered in Freetown on 1–2 December 2025 for a regional workshop dedicated to strengthening political party regulation and advancing gender and youth inclusion across party systems. \nThe event — hosted by the Political Parties Regulation Commission (PPRC) of Sierra Leone and co-organised by the Christian Democratic International Centre (KIC) and the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP) under the WYDE Political Parties Project — marked a key milestone in the implementation of a comparative study commissioned by KIC on behalf of the project. \n\nA milestone in validating country findings and building regional alignment\nThe workshop provided the first in-person platform for ORPP representatives\, researchers and partners to validate the preliminary findings of the comparative study examining legal frameworks\, institutional mandates and regulatory practices in the three participating countries. A central focus throughout the study has been the mechanisms — and gaps — related to gender and youth inclusion in political parties. \nDiscussions enabled participants to: \n\nreview and affirm country-specific findings from Malawi\, Kenya and Sierra Leone\nengage in in-depth dialogue on shared challenges and best practices\nrefine the comparative analysis synthesising data from all three contexts\nidentify priorities for strengthening regulation\, transparency and inclusion\n\nThese exchanges underscored the crucial role played by political party regulatory bodies in creating enabling environments for more representative and accountable party systems. \n\nCharting a path toward AAPPRA\nA central outcome of the workshop was the collective reflection on the proposed roadmap toward establishing the Africa Association of Political Party Regulatory Authorities (AAPPRA) — a long-term vision aimed at deepening cooperation\, harmonising standards and promoting peer learning among national regulators across the continent. \nORPP representatives emphasised how a regional platform could: \n\nfacilitate continuous dialogue on regulatory reforms\nstrengthen institutional capacities\nadvance gender and youth inclusion standards\nsupport more transparent\, credible and accountable party systems\n\nThe workshop concluded with an agreement on next steps\, including a future hybrid meeting to consolidate recommendations and operationalise the framework for AAPPRA. \n\nStrengthening collaboration for inclusive democratic systems\nBy bringing together institutions responsible for political party oversight\, the workshop reinforced the broader objectives of the WYDE Political Parties Project: to promote inclusive\, transparent and accountable political party systems that reflect the voices of women and young people. \nPartner organisations expressed their appreciation to PPRC Sierra Leone for hosting the meeting and to all participants for their commitment to advancing regulatory cooperation and democratic resilience in Africa.
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/towards-inclusive-and-accountable-party-systems-regional-workshop-on-political-party-regulation-in-africa/
LOCATION:Sierra Leone\, Sierra Leone
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20251204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T063939
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SUMMARY:Training Workshop in Dakar: Women and Leadership – Breaking Down the Glass Ceiling
DESCRIPTION:Dakar\, Senegal — 2–4 December 2025\nFrom 2 to 4 December 2025\, Dakar will host a three-day regional training workshop titled “Women and Leadership: Breaking Down the Glass Ceiling”\, organised by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) in partnership with the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP) under the WYDE Political Parties Project\, funded by the European Union. \nThe workshop will gather young women leaders from political parties\, civil society\, local and national institutions\, the media\, and the entrepreneurial sector\, offering a dedicated space to strengthen leadership skills\, foster political participation\, and build a sustainable network of emerging female leaders. \nWomen’s Leadership in Senegal: Progress and Persistent Barriers\nSenegal is often recognised as a reference point in West Africa for its str