Vision: Democracy for a better future.
Mission: Together, we build resilient democracies that deliver for all.

The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) supports citizens’ right to participate in free and fair elections. Our independent expertise strengthens electoral systems and builds local capacity to deliver sustainable solutions.

As the global leader in democracy promotion, we advance good governance and democratic rights by:
 
--Providing technical assistance to election officials
--Empowering the underrepresented to participate in the political process
--Applying field-based research to improve the electoral cycle
 
Since 1987, IFES has worked in over 145 countries – from developing democracies, to mature democracies.

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The International Foundation for Electoral Systems

Anthony Banbury

Luljeta Abrashi

Salfo Ouahi Koanda

Adamou Maiga

Robert Saulanga

Tereza Nikolaiova

Babatunde Salami

Kulsoom Akhtar Meraj

Corwin Hunte

Chad Vickery

Erica Shein

Trent Nichols

Richard Twigg

Andrew Kolb

Ragheed al Ameen

The Operations and Administration team at the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) ensures the organization runs smoothly and efficiently. This team is responsible for financial management, contract administration, and operational support, enabling effective project execution and adherence to compliance standards. By overseeing resources and field operations, they empower IFES to deliver impactful democracy-promoting initiatives across diverse global contexts.

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Program Management

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