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Democracy & Inclusive Governance
Afghanistan must be governed by institutions that answer to the people, with every community represented.
Our Position
Representative and accountable government, free from corruption and discrimination, built on consultation, the rule of law and meaningful political participation.
All of Afghanistan's peoples, languages and faiths are one nation. No Afghan stands above another.
The Situation Today
- 8.1m → 1.8mVotes counted in presidential elections2004 and 2019
- AbolishedParliament and both election commissionsDecember 2021
- 27% → 0Women in parliamentQuota under the 2004 Constitution; none today
- 0Women in cabinet or local administrationUN Women
Figures are from published sources, set out in full on the topic pages below and in The State of Afghanistan 2026.
What We Call For
- A government chosen by, and answerable to, the people of Afghanistan.
- Decisions made through consultation and meaningful political participation.
- Equal representation for all ethnic and religious communities.
- Meaningful representation for women in political institutions.
- Public office free from corruption and discrimination.
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Our Core Principles
- Democracy & Inclusive GovernanceA government accountable to its people.
- Human RightsEqual rights for all, including women and minorities.
- Education for AllEvery girl and every boy in a classroom.
- Rule of LawInstitutions that answer to the people, not to force.
- Economic OpportunityJobs, investment and responsible use of natural resources.
- Freedom of ExpressionThe right to speak, write, gather and believe without fear.
- A Stable and Peaceful AfghanistanNo safe haven for extremism or terrorism.
- A Connected AfghanistanEngaged with its region and the world.
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