INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR ELECTORAL

Ifes bangladesh program in fy 24 worked on the bangladeshi election process.ifes worked as much as possible through established and registered local partners and minimize conducting activities on its own accord, doing so only in less controversial areas (e.g. Women's leadership, disability inclusion) in line with the work plan. Ifes has a strong and long track record of programming under this approach.in terms of local partners, ifes conducted digital and physical safety trainings to help build their capacities and awareness on security and safety risks and concerns.ifes will continue to not take any meetings with leaders or actors from the government, parties or any other affiliates, unless absolutely necessary for programming or operations and only if prior approval has been provided by usaid.