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International Foundation for Electoral Systems: IFES' project brings together citizens, civic activists and elected officials to discuss improving government transparency and accountability. Gabrielle Bardall/IFES.
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International Foundation for Electoral Systems: The meetings provide an opportunity for citizens to learn about parliamentary issues and air their concerns. Gabrielle Bardall/IFES.
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International Foundation for Electoral Systems: Civil society leaders Rev. Medard Minga and Louis Koyagialo Ngbase te Geregnbo review Congo's draft decentralization law during a workshop sponsored by IFES. Gabrielle Bardall/IFES.
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International Foundation for Electoral Systems: IFES consultant Sebastien Galea prepares IFES staff to work with civil society groups that are monitoring parliament. Gabrielle Bardall/IFES.
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International Foundation for Electoral Systems: IFES employee Annie Kalanga compiles press clips to help Congolese civil society groups monitor parliament and increase government transparency. Gabrielle Bardall/IFES.
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International Foundation for Electoral Systems: Corruption is one of the greatest obstacles to building strong institutions that provide basic services such as access to clean drinking water. Gabrielle Bardall/IFES.