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Association Policy Development Workbook

Guides & Tools

Boards of directors for associations use internal policies as a part of their governance responsibilities. Policies are rules or guidelines that shape major decisions and actions, ensure consistency in decision-making, adhere to local laws, and support an association's core objectives. They are often referred to as the “wisdom of the board”. Boards and their governance...

Technology-Facilitated Online Gender-Based Violence and Harassment: A Khmer/English Glossary

Guides & Tools

In Cambodia, CIPE and its local partner MangoTango Asia created a technology-facilitated gender-based violence and harassment (TFGBVH) glossary in Khmer to enhance private sector participation. Previously, CIPE funded research to understand the impact of TFGBVH on Cambodian women business owners and entrepreneurs.

The State of Democracy in Southeast Asia Report

Articles

Four respected members of the Asia Think Tank Network, a CIPE partner, are sharing their analyses and opinions about the state of democracy in the region. The authors share their...

Georgian Judicial Practice on Labor Disputes: Compilation of Decisions

Guides & Tools

With the support of CIPE, a valuable resource for employers has been developed in the Georgian language, to enhance employers’ understanding of judicial practices and labor law in Georgia. The...

Democracy in Central America: A Comparative Analysis with a Focus on Guatemala

Case Studies

Leer en español This comparative analysis of various democratic systems in five Central America countries focuses on the difference between liberal and electoral democracy in this region with focus in...

An Analysis of Investment Climate and Prospects in Hadhramaut Governorate

Case Studies

Known as the food basket of Yemen, the governorate of Hadhramaut possesses untapped investment opportunities that can ameliorate the standard of living for those in the region and improve the...

Oportunidades y Retos de la Inversión Privada en los Municipios PDET – Colombia

Case Studies

Opportunities and Challenges of Private Investment in the Areas Most Affected by Violence and Poverty in Colombia Leer en español CIPE is a global organization that works to strengthen democracy...

Developing a Strategic Agenda for Association Board Meetings

Guides & Tools

A strategic agenda transforms board meetings from routine discussions into powerful sessions that drive the organization toward its long-term goals. By focusing on the most critical issues, a strategic agenda...

Women in Tech: Barriers and Obstacles to the New Digital Skills Acquisition

Surveys

In eastern Slovakia, 82 percent of women in a digital-skills survey reported barriers to accessing new digital skills, according to fresh survey data published by CIPE partner IT Valley Kosice....

Identification of Problems and Obstacles Faced by Women with Disabilities in Business

Surveys

The Association of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities from the Republic of Moldova “European Abilities without Limits” (AEFL), in partnership with CIPE, released a report entitled Identification of Problems and Obstacles Faced...

Investment Screening in Central Asia: A Review

Case Studies |

Investment screening mechanisms, once a niche topic in economic statecraft, have gained significant attention in recent years due to growing concerns about the impact of foreign investment on national security. While this topic has been widely discussed among OECD nations, there is limited knowledge about investment evaluation practices in Central Asia. This review, the first...

Creating an Enabling Environment for Filipina Freelancers in the Connected Women Circle

Case Studies

Abstract This paper examines the challenges faced by women freelancers in the gig economy, particularly in the Philippines, where there is no legal recognition of freelancers as a distinct category...

Developing the Association Value Proposition

Guides & Tools

Abstract A step-by-step guide for developing a compelling value proposition to engage and excite your members. ...

Contributions du leadership féminin du Sahel pour un développement inclusif et durable

Articles

Le projet “Sahel Women” financé par le National Endowment for Democracy s’est conclu par une conférence à Dakar, au Sénégal, où les participants ont discuté des voies d’inclusion sociale et...

Characterization of SMEs in Colombia and Their Digital Adoption

Surveys

CIPE’s Office in Colombia and the Center for Digital Economy and Governance (CDEG), in partnership with iNNpulsa, the national government agency for entrepreneurship and innovation, released the survey “Characterization of...

Building Effective Public Private Sector Partnerships in National Trade Facilitation Committees

Articles

Abstract National Trade Facilitation Committees (NTFCs) oversee a country’s policies, initiatives, and reforms on trade, and occasionally in transport. Any standing member of the United Nations can form an NTFC...

Nonprofit Forms and Templates

Guides & Tools

Contents This is a collection of templates and forms for nonprofit board members, committee members, and volunteers. Users are encouraged to utilize, adapt, and share these documents. Documents Sample Signatory...

Western and Chinese Investments in Africa: Challenges And Opportunities

Articles

This brief examines the opportunities and challenges of Western and Chinese investments in Africa. It recommends promoting constructive capital investments and mitigating the negative effects of corrosive capital investments in...

The Status of Nigeria’s Debt Stock And Its Implications for The People and Economy (Policy Recommendations)

Articles

This policy brief examines the effect of the rising debt stock on the economy and Nigerian citizens and the potential consequences of the country’s inability to manage its external and...

Constructive or Corrosive? Examining China’s Financing in Nigeria

Articles

This report examines China’s inflows into Nigeria using the Constructive Capital-Corrosive Capital framework and compares them to financing sources like the African Development Bank (AfDB). While Chinese financing has aided...