Resources
Success in Advancing Reform: One Pakistani’s Experience
Listen to and download more of the podcast series here. Zafarullah Khan reflects on his experience working in the Pakistani Government, supporting the parliament. He discusses of his lessons learned and the differences between working in civil society and government, noting that both are still important
Understanding your role in government: a Filipino experience
Listen to and download more of the podcast series here. Maxine Tanya Hamada reflects on her personal experience crossing over in the Philippines and the recognition among her colleagues that a plan was needed for their entries into government. She highlighted their lessons learned and tools
A Pursuit to Serve the National Good in Liberia
Listen to and download more of the podcast series here. Samuel Kofi Woods, II discusses the importance of consultations when deciding to enter government and while serving as a Minister. He highlights successful strategies he used as Minister to push for reforms and remain accountable to
Activism to Diplomacy in Montenegro
Listen to and download more of the podcast series here. Srdjan Darmanovic discusses how civil society provided him with the tools for diplomacy when working in government. He discusses the value in building and maintaining relationships while in government. Srdjan is the Minister of Foreign
Justice Reform – A Moldovan Experience
Listen to and download more of the podcast series here. Olesea Stamate discusses how she used skills she developed in civil society to support her work as Minister of Justice and how she built a strong team and worked with government colleagues to make change. Olesea
Politics in Iraq – A New Generation
Listen to and download more of the podcast series here. Sarkawt Shamsulddin discusses why he decided to join government, the individuals he consulted during the decision-making process, and how he engages with his constituents. Sarkawt is a member of the Iraqi Council of Representatives, elected in
Crossover: Shifting from Civil Society Activism to Politics
The report summarizes the challenges they faced, the strategies they developed, and the lessons they learned while in government. It was produced by the World Movement for Democracy.
Advancing Women’s Caucuses in Legislatures
This document reviews the women’s caucus in Rwanda to explain the added benefits of women caucuses in legislatures. This report was produced by the National Endowment for Democracy (NDI).
Common Ethical Principles for Members of Parliament
Highlighting basic norms that individuals should adhere to while serving as a member of parliament. It was developed by the Open Government Partnership’s Legislative Openness Working Group, with support from the National Democratic Institute (NDI).
Confidence, Capacity, Connections: A Young Woman’s Guide to Leadership
Highlighting project planning and networking, this document talks about the realities of being a leader. This document was created by the National Democratic Institute (NDI).
From Winning to Governing Effectively
This guide offers tips and strategies for governing effectively as public servants, with emphasis on the first 100 days in office. This manual was published by the International Republican Institute (IRI).
Election Cyber Incident Communications Plan Template
Providing five scenarios, including disinformation campaigns and social media accounts, this report can prepare one for cyberattacks and how to work with media to establish a plan if a cyberattack occurs. Even though this is focused on campaigns, individuals can use this guide as part