Overview
On 5 July 2025, Advancing Civil Society - GLOCA implemented a two-day intensive physical training program in Aleppo for members of the subcommittees of the People’s Assembly elections, in cooperation with the Higher Committee for the People’s Assembly Elections. The training engaged 50 participants and focused on strengthening the legal, procedural, and operational capacities needed to manage the electoral process with transparency and integrity.

Training Focus
The program introduced participants to the legal framework governing the elections, nomination procedures, the role of the electoral body, and the responsibilities of subcommittee members during the electoral process. It also addressed transparency safeguards, prevention of electoral violations, and mechanisms for resolving simple disputes during election procedures.

Key Themes

• Laws regulating elections and nomination procedures.

• Rights and responsibilities of the electoral body.

• Efficient and impartial management of the electoral process.

• Transparency and prevention of electoral violations.

• Basic mechanisms for resolving electoral disputes.

• Practical simulations to strengthen field readiness.

Key Outputs
Participants developed stronger knowledge of electoral procedures and improved their ability to manage operational challenges, communicate accurate information to voters, and apply unified procedures across subcommittees. Practical exercises and simulations helped strengthen confidence and readiness among new committee members.

Impact
The training contributed to enhancing the preparedness of election subcommittee members and supported a more organized, transparent, and accountable electoral process. It also highlighted the importance of continued technical support and follow-up to ensure that the acquired knowledge is applied effectively in the field.

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