Developed by Abir Kolin

Thematic Areas

Five interconnected pillars driving electoral integrity and democratic participation in Bangladesh

The VOICE Network operates through five interlinked thematic areas that reflect the holistic nature of electoral integrity and democratic participation. Each theme represents a distinct stream of work contributing to our overall mission.

1

Electoral Observation & Monitoring

Professional, non-partisan election monitoring at all levels

Key Activities

  • Nationwide observation of local and national elections
  • Training for citizen observers
  • Real-time data monitoring and reports
  • Pre-election assessment and campaign tracking

2

Policy Reform & Advocacy

Evidence-based advocacy for electoral law and policy reform

Key Activities

  • Dialogue with Election Commission and Parliament
  • Legal review of campaign finance, media fairness, and transparency
  • Publication of policy briefs and recommendations
  • Legislative reform proposals

3

Voter Education & Engagement

Empowering citizens through civic education and participation

Key Activities

  • Civic literacy campaigns for youth, women, and marginalized voters
  • Anti-misinformation outreach and digital voter education
  • First-time voter engagement programs
  • Community dialogue and awareness sessions

4

Research & Data for Democracy

Building a knowledge base for informed electoral reforms

Key Activities

  • Electoral Integrity Index and survey-based analysis
  • Research papers, data dashboards, and policy working papers
  • Comparative regional election studies
  • Open-access data portals

5

Electoral Peace & Mediation

Preventing election-related violence and fostering dialogue

Key Activities

  • Early warning systems and peace dialogues
  • Community-based conflict prevention initiatives
  • Training for community peace facilitators
  • Partnerships with local administrations and law enforcement

Conceptual Framework

The VOICE Network's operational logic is built on three interconnected pillars

Observation & Monitoring

Structured, evidence-based observation at all electoral stages—pre-poll, polling day, and post-poll

Knowledge & Research

Data analysis, electoral trend studies, and comparative regional learning

Advocacy & Engagement

Policy dialogue with the Election Commission, parliamentarians, and civic leaders for reform

Together, these pillars form a cycle of observation → evidence → reform, ensuring that citizen observation is not an end in itself but a driver of democratic improvement.