Election-Watch.EU launches the Model Framework for Election Observer Accreditation Procedures
Vienna, 9 July 2026. Election-Watch.EU has developed a Model Framework for Election Observer Accreditation Procedures. This new practical tool proposes a structure for administrative procedures designed to facilitate independent, non-partisan election observation by national civil society organisations and international entities.
Election observation is widely recognised as a cornerstone of transparent, credible elections and of public confidence in democratic processes. For it to be effective, [...]
citizen election observation, election observation, observer accreditation
NEEDS-EU In-Person Workshop — Towards Common Standards for Citizen Election Observation in the European Union
Brussels, 5 June 2026. From 3 to 5 June, Election-Watch.EU organised an in-person workshop under the NEEDS-EU project, bringing together civil society representatives, experts, practitioners, and researchers for three days of intense dialogue and learning.
The event offered a platform for dialogue and exchange, with participants from 21 EU Member States gathered in Brussels to share lessons learnt and develop common standards for election observation across the European [...]
citizen election observation, election observation, European elections, NEEDS EU, observer accreditation
Presenting Citizen Election Observation in the EU
Brussels, 30 June 2023: The Election Observation and Democracy Support (EODS) project invited Election-Watch.EU to present its experience and expertise regarding Citizen Election Observation in the European Union (EU). The webinar on 30 June 2023 was attended by more than 60 participants with a wide electoral background, ranging from former EU Election Observation Mission (EOM) Deputy Chief Observers and Core Team members to newcomers.
Moderated by EODS Training Coordinator [...]
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