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Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
@WFD_Democracy
The UK’s @FCDOGovUK democracy support organisation working with partners in 50+ countries to strengthen democracy, increasing security, stability and prosperity
London, England
wfd.org
Joined September 2014
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
    @WFD_Democracy
    Feb 10, 2025
    Announcement: We have made the decision to pause our activity on X but will continue to connect with our audiences on a range of other platforms. Stay connected with us for the latest insights, research, and updates on: 📌LinkedIn: uk.linkedin.com/company/wfd-de… 📌Instagram:
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) | 28,878 followers on LinkedIn. UK's democracy support org working in 50+ countries. Strengthening governance for a secure, stable and prosperous world. |...
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
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    Aug 19, 2020
    We're excited that @MatthewHedges, who was until recently Her Majesty’s Ambassador to @UKinParaguay, will take the reigns as our Regional Director for Asia and the Americas in September. We look forward to welcoming Matthew to the WFD Family! 🤗 wfd.org/2020/08/19/ex-…
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
    @WFD_Democracy
    Feb 24, 2020
    It's our birthday! WFD has been working to strengthen democracy for 28 years 🥳 Today, more than 10,000 people take part in our activities across 43 countries, helping to build fairer, more inclusive & accountable democracies. A big thank you to our teams & partners everywhere
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
    @WFD_Democracy
    Apr 27, 2022
    Since 1992, we have actively helped democracies grow stronger. Today, this work has never been more urgent. This year we mark 30 years of experience, relevance and impact. Watch our film and read this thread to discover WFD's #30YearsOfImpact.
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
    @WFD_Democracy
    Nov 6, 2018
    This Thursday, the UK Parliament will be filled with women legislators from all over the world. They will debate how to make politics more inclusive. You can join this historic event online at facebook.com/WestminsterFou… #WomenMPsOfTheWorld #StillMarching
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
    @WFD_Democracy
    Feb 24, 2021
    It’s our 29th birthday! 🎉 The last year has been tough - not least for democracy. As we look forward to our 30th, we’re excited about our part in building a brighter, more democratic future. And today, we say a huge thank you to our colleagues and partners around the world 🙏
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
    @WFD_Democracy
    Feb 15, 2023
    Thread: How (not) to engage with authoritarian states @Fromagehomme and @DesrosiersME's new report examines how states that are committed to democracy end up strengthening authoritarian regimes - and outlines how they can avoid doing democratic harm. wfd.org/what-we-do/res…
    The front cover of the report which shows the title, names of the authors, WFD logo and FCDO logo
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
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    Mar 25, 2021
    We know that when women take part in politics, the whole of society benefits. How can we ensure more women can embark on political careers? Our newest report explores what motivates women and the barriers they face. 👇 #WomenLeading A thread (1/): wfd.org/2021/03/25/wom…
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
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    Nov 8, 2018
    "We don't celebrate ourselves enough... if sisterhood is global we should recognise that" 👏👏👏Inspiring words from #Malawi at #WomenMPsoftheWorld @UKinMalawi WATCH LIVE: facebook.com/WestminsterFou…
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
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    Nov 8, 2018
    Marta Lucia Ramirez @mluciaramirez, Vice-President, Colombia talks about responsibility of holding office and promoting equality for women at #WomenMPsoftheWorld in UK Parliament - WATCH LIVE here: facebook.com/WestminsterFou… @UKinColombia
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
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    Oct 12, 2022
    📣NEW TODAY: Our strategy 2022-25! Drawing on 30 years of experience, our strategy outlines how we'll work towards our vision of a world where freedom and democracy thrive and inclusive and accountable governments serve people fairly and effectively. wfd.org/strategy
    WFD's Strategy 2022-25
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
    @WFD_Democracy
    Jul 29, 2020
    When women take part in politics, the whole of society benefits. That is the main finding of our brand new report with @GIWLkings. Find the report at wfd.org/2020/07/29/wom….
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
    @WFD_Democracy
    Jun 3, 2020
    WFD is tracking how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting democracy in the countries we work in. We are making our data public by launching our Pandemic Democracy Tracker #PanDemTracker, which monitors democratic responses to the pandemic. A thread about what we're doing & why 👇
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    Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD)
    @WFD_Democracy
    Mar 4, 2019
    Great to have so many representatives from across the continent and #Commonwealth with us today in #Uganda 🇺🇬 - let's talk youth participation in politics 👏🏿👏👏🏽
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