“This is for everyone.” These are the famous words of the founder of the World Wide Web, Tim Berners-Lee, but the reality is that in many parts of the world, the Internet and how it is governed is controlled by the very few. In the Maldives in June 2023, a group made up largely of women, worked to change that and make the internet work for the people and for democracy, which they continue to do today. 

Cote d’Ivoire is home to millions of immigrants and children of immigrants, and most of them came from neighboring countries like Burkina Faso to participate in the relatively robust Ivoirian economy. In the city of M'Batto, the demographic pressure posed by the presence of migrants, the increasing cost of living, and the decreasing opportunities for employment have contributed to mounting tensions among identity groups and threatened communal peace. 

Parliamentary research services play a crucial role in advancing democracy by both empowering legislators to make informed decisions and providing the public with credible information about the policy choices that affect their lives. Parliamentary research institutes can support lawmakers by providing non-partisan, factual and balanced assessments of the issues facing the legislature.

"Election day was dynamic and challenging. As an operator, I heard many field experiences and better understood the obstacles faced by persons with disabilities in exercising their voting rights.." - An election day call center operator.