Publications
Handbook for the Observation of Election Campaigns and Political Environments
Publishing date: 14 October 2021
Collections: Election handbooks
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
What we do: Elections
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
An essential part of election processes are election campaigns, in which candidates compete for voter support. During election campaigns political actors energize society, invigorate and mobilize the electorate, but at the same time these are periods when fundamental freedoms are put to the test. Election campaigns provide an opportunity for all election stakeholders, including the authorities, political parties and voters, to demonstrate respect for fundamental freedoms and human rights.
Guidelines for Observation of Election Campaigns on Social Networks
Publishing date: 11 October 2021
Collections: Election handbooks
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Elections
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
Online social networking sites have moved election campaigns into a new era of communication, in which voters have wider channels to express their opinions. While social networking sites provide space for voters to enhance their direct participation in campaigns and enable electoral contestants to better mobilize support, the use of social networks, especially during election campaigns, carries a wide array of challenges.
United States, General Elections, 3 November 2020: Factsheet
Publishing date: 13 October 2020
Content type: Factsheet
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Elections
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
Alternative voting methods and arrangements
Publishing date: 12 October 2020
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Elections
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This paper considers possible benefits and risk factors of conducting elections using methods and arrangements alternative to the predominant practice of voting in polling stations over the course of a single election day. Different voting methods and arrangements are analysed in light of the existing OSCE commitments, other international obligations, standards and good practice in the field of democratic elections. While the choice of voting methods rests with the OSCE participating States, this paper intends to provide information to benefit public discussion about alternative voting methods and arrangements, including in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Booklet about: Watching Elections and Helping People with Disabilities take part in Elections
Publishing date: 20 May 2020
Collections: Election handbooks
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Elections
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The 1 billion people with disabilities around the world have diverse needs and views. People with disabilities must have the chance to take part in elections to have their needs and views represented. But they still face barriers during elections – from problems with physical accessibility to a lack of supported decision-making. They are under-represented as voters, candidates and politicians, as well as election administrators and observers. ODIHR observes elections to see if full participation is taking place in elections throughout the OSCE. Information gathered by observers can help people with disabilities to be better included in future elections. This new booklet provides easy-to-understand information about the rights of people with disabilities to take part in politics and elections and how they can be observed.
Slovakia, Parliamentary Elections, 29 February 2020: Final Report
Publishing date: 15 May 2020
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Elections
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
ODIHR recommendations on Slovakia 2020 elections ODIHR election observation mission recommends Slovakia, among other things, to make greater efforts to help persons with disabilities vote
Uzbekistan, Parliamentary Elections, 22 December 2019: Final Report
Publishing date: 13 May 2020
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Elections
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
ODIHR recommendations on Uzbekistan 2019 elections ODIHR election observation mission recommends Uzbekistan to demonstrate genuine competition and full respect of election day procedures
OSCE/ODIHR Annual Report 2019
Publishing date: 19 March 2020
Collections: ODIHR Annual Reports
Content type: Annual report
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Combating trafficking in human beings, Democratization, Human rights, Education, Elections, Good governance, Countering terrorism, Gender equality, Migration, Policing, Reform and co-operation in the security sector, Roma and Sinti, Youth, Rule of law, Tolerance and non-discrimination
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This report highlights the impact of activities carried out by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) in 2019.
Handbook for the Observation of Election Dispute Resolution
Publishing date: 17 September 2019
Collections: Election handbooks
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Elections
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The purpose of this handbook is to provide better guidance to ODIHR election observation missions and teams on how to assess the resolution of election disputes as part of the overall observation of an election.
OSCE/ODIHR Annual Report 2018
Publishing date: 7 March 2019
Collections: ODIHR Annual Reports
Content type: Annual report
Where we are: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
What we do: Combating trafficking in human beings, Democratization, Human rights, Education, Elections, Gender equality, Migration, Roma and Sinti, Youth, Rule of law, Tolerance and non-discrimination
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe