A tradition of strong and effective leadership transitions is fundamental to the strength of global democracies
In the global effort to uphold democratic institutions, focus is often paid to ensuring electoral integrity. Far less attention is often awarded to the processes occurring after a new leader is elected, which marks a critical time for new executives and their teams to develop mechanisms that support effective leadership from day one. For new or consolidating democracies, the experience of transferring or preparing to transfer power after an election, especially if that transfer occurs between a longstanding party or leader to an opposition candidate or coalition, requires significant focus on mechanisms that support sustainable, democratic governance. Effective transitions provide an opportunity to showcase the ways that democratic processes can ensure continuity and sustainability in governance despite shifts in leadership.
ABOUT
This website was created by the National Democratic Institute (NDI) with support from international stakeholders dedicated to upholding smooth leadership transitions following democratic elections. Through a comprehensive library comprised of resources from global practitioners and officials who have been involved in or studied executive transitions, this site provides a database of resources and information meant to develop learning and encourage good practices to enhance the success of transitions worldwide. Resources are organized by political system, type of government, and one’s role in the transition.
Resources
View resources and find manuals, guides, templates, and case studies, on supporting smooth executive transitions and effective executive office operations following democratic elections.