UNDP’s work in Democratic Governance is focused on developing institutions and processes that respond to the needs of Iraqi citizens, including the poor, and that promote development. Through our programmes we aim to promote participation, accountability and effectiveness at all levels, and build effective and capable Iraqi institutions that are accountable, transparent, inclusive and responsive.
Our work includes strengthening Iraq’s electoral and legislation systems, promoting human rights and the rule of law, improving access to justice and public administration and developing a greater capacity to provide quality basic services to all Iraqis, and particularly those who are most in need.
Examples of our Work
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Strengthening state institutions with a focus on transparency and accountability.
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Building the capacity of the Independent High Electoral Commission to manage the holding of elections and encourage broad-based political participation.
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Building the capacity of integrity and anti-corruption institutions, and supporting the development and implementation of the national anti-corruption strategy.
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Promoting rule of law, access to justice, and protection of human rights.
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Promoting reconciliation, gender equality and access to justice and legal assistance to survivors of gender-based violence.
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Strengthening the capacity and functioning of the Council of Representatives to improve its legislative and oversight functions.
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Supporting the reform and modernization of the public sector, including civil service reform to improve the quality of basic services provided to Iraqi citizens.
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Developed the capacity of the Iraqi judicial system to provide greater transparency and accountability.
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Worked to tackle corruption, and has played a key role in drafting the ”Anti-Corruption Strategy”.