Women & Democracy

Women & Democracy Working towards women's economic & political participation and good democratic governance.

As new and more sustainable democracies are being built, higher levels of women’s representation should be aimed for. Women’s full participation and leadership are prerequisites for sustainable development. Women & Democracy (W&D) believes that the equitable participation of women in businesses and the government is essential to build and sustain a democracy. OUR VISION : “Promote the active parti

cipation of women at all levels of decision making to achieve equality and sustainable development”

MISSION STATEMENT : “To Empower women in leadership and actively contribute to the debate of gender diversity”

See something wrong on election day? Report it. Elections Commission is here to ensure fair voting. Your call helps pro...
28/03/2026

See something wrong on election day? Report it. Elections Commission is here to ensure fair voting. Your call helps protect everyone's rights. Save this number! UNDP Maldives Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives

Ready to vote? You can check your voter registration easily.Send an SMS to 1414:VR ID card number or passport numberIt’...
28/03/2026

Ready to vote? You can check your voter registration easily.
Send an SMS to 1414:
VR ID card number or passport number
It’s quick, free, and accessible for everyone. UNDP Maldives Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives

Women make up nearly half of registered voters in the Maldives. Their participation strengthens democracy by ensuring di...
26/03/2026

Women make up nearly half of registered voters in the Maldives. Their participation strengthens democracy by ensuring diverse perspectives are reflected in decision-making at all levels. (Source: Elections Commission of Maldives) UNDP Maldives Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives

Voting is for EVERYONE.Ramps, tactile ballots, assistance when needed - these aren't extras, they're rights. Elections C...
26/03/2026

Voting is for EVERYONE.
Ramps, tactile ballots, assistance when needed - these aren't extras, they're rights. Elections Commission ensures accessibility. UNDP Maldives Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives

Democracy is for everyone - from first-time voters to veteran voters. Every generation brings wisdom. Together, we build...
10/03/2026

Democracy is for everyone - from first-time voters to veteran voters. Every generation brings wisdom. Together, we build stronger communities. 🌊 UNDP Maldives Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives

Your vote belongs to you alone. The secret ballot protects your choice. Vote freely, vote honestly - that's your right....
10/03/2026

Your vote belongs to you alone. The secret ballot protects your choice. Vote freely, vote honestly - that's your right. UNDP MaldivesAustralian High Commission, Republic of Maldives

First time voting? Here's your complete guide! 7 simple steps from registration to casting your ballot. You've got this!...
10/03/2026

First time voting? Here's your complete guide! 7 simple steps from registration to casting your ballot. You've got this! Save and share with first-time voters. UNDP Maldives Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives

Women’s political representation is essential in shaping infrastructure, services, and the direction of our communities....
25/02/2026

Women’s political representation is essential in shaping infrastructure, services, and the direction of our communities.

Support women candidates.

Vote beyond 33%.


33% ގެ ކޯޓާ ތައާރަފްކުރެވުމަށްފަހު އަންހެނުންގެ ހިއްސާ ލޯކަލް ކައުންސިލްތަކުގައި ގާތްގަނޑަކަށް 40% އަށް ވަނީ އިތުރުވެފައ...
25/02/2026

33% ގެ ކޯޓާ ތައާރަފްކުރެވުމަށްފަހު އަންހެނުންގެ ހިއްސާ ލޯކަލް ކައުންސިލްތަކުގައި ގާތްގަނޑަކަށް 40% އަށް ވަނީ އިތުރުވެފައެވެ.

ނަމަވެސް ޤައުމީ ފެންވަރުގައި، ހާއްސަކޮށް ރައްޔިތުންގެ މަޖިލީހުގައި އަންހެނުންގެ ހިއްސާގެ ނިސްބަތް އަދިވެސް ވަރަށް ބޮޑުތަން މަދެވެ.


Temporary Special Measures (TSMs) are reshaping local governance in the Maldives. Since the introduction of the 33% quot...
25/02/2026

Temporary Special Measures (TSMs) are reshaping local governance in the Maldives. Since the introduction of the 33% quota in 2019, women’s representation in local councils has risen to nearly 40%, proving that structural reforms matter.


YOUR VOICE. YOUR POWER. 🇲🇻🔥Think democracy is just for “them”?Think again.The future of the Maldives is being shaped rig...
25/02/2026

YOUR VOICE. YOUR POWER. 🇲🇻🔥

Think democracy is just for “them”?
Think again.

The future of the Maldives is being shaped right now and it starts with you. From school councils to the national stage, leadership begins with understanding how your voice truly matters.

Join Women & Democracy for an engaging online session designed to level up your civic game.

✨ What you’ll gain:
✅ Democracy decoded. How it really works in everyday life
✅ Election 101. Why your vote is your power
✅ Fact check skills. Spot misinformation before it spreads
✅ Leadership tools. Win your next school or youth election

Don’t sit on the sidelines. Step up. Speak up. Shape what’s next.

🗓 28 February 2026
⏰ 8:00 to 10:00 PM
📍 Online. Join from anywhere in the Maldives
🔗 Register via the link in bio

Supported by DDI, Accountability Lab and CIVICUS 🤝

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Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
Thursday 09:00 - 16:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00

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