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Results of November 2016 Public Opinion Polls in Georgia
NDI surveys public opinion to help Georgian stakeholders diagnose and address issues of public concern by providing accurate, unbiased and statistically-sound data. This poll aims to capture the most relevant information to foster the development of responsive policies and governance.
Results of November 2016 Focus Group Research in Georgia
To complement its nationwide polling with in-depth analysis of citizens' motivations, NDI regularly conducts focus group discussions in Georgia. The results help local partners diagnose, understand and address citizens’ concerns. The latest focus group research explores citizens' attitudes towards the conduct of parliamentary elections and their expectations of the new parliament.
Press Release: National Democratic Institute Releases Final Report on Georgia's October 2016 Parliamentary Elections
TBILISI – The National Democratic Institute offers this final report in the spirit of international cooperation and respect for Georgians’ democratic aspirations.
Final Report of the National Democratic Institute on Georgia's October 2016 Parliamentary Elections
Georgia’s October 2016 parliamentary elections were characterized by an open political environment, a competitive campaign, overall results that were validated by credible observers, and some underlying problems that need concerted attention. NDI's final report draws attention to a set of recommendations that, if pursued, could contribute to greater public confidence in the approaching local and presidential elections.
NDI Recommendations in Advance of Georgia's Rerun and Runoff Elections
TBILISI – The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is publishing recommendations ahead of Georgia's rerun and runoff elections. According to the statement most voters were able to cast their ballots freely in Georgia’s October 8 parliamentary elections and the results appeared to reflect their will. The elections and their immediate aftermath highlighted a number of underlying problems, however, which have contributed to speculation, confusion, and mistrust. If unaddressed, these issues could detract from the credibility of future elections as well as the legitimacy of the mandate of the next parliament and government. As Georgia prepares for four rerun elections on October 22 and 50 runoffs on October 30, leaders from the government, election administration, law enforcement, political parties, and civil society will need to devote their combined authority and resources to addressing these concerns.
