The Regional Voter Education Training Program conducted between 10th and 20th November 2025
was a coordinated civic education intervention implemented by Fidelis Leadership Institute (FLI) in
partnership with the Electoral Commission (EC) and supported by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS).

The purpose of the training was to strengthen civic competence, build grassroots understanding of
electoral processes, and enhance the readiness of citizens for the upcoming 2025/2026 electoral cycle.
The program reached 218 participants across six strategic districts, including Masaka, Mbale, Mbarara,
Jinja, Arua, and Gulu. Participants represented a broad demographic: youth leaders, women’s groups,
civil society organizations, religious and cultural leaders, boda-boda associations, students, local
council authorities, business leaders, and media practitioners. These groups collectively represent the
most influential voices in community decision-making and voter mobilization.

The training content included practical demonstrations of polling procedures, the legal framework
governing elections, campaign ethics, the roles of stakeholders, tallying procedures, election offences,
conflict management, media responsibility, and community mobilization. Interactive sessions,
scenario-based demonstrations, and moderated dialogues were used to ensure contextual and
practical learning.
Across regions, the program achieved significant impact:

• 92% of participants reported improved understanding of the role of the EC and lawful electoral
  processes.
• 87% expressed confidence in their ability to educate their communities.
• 90% gained clarity on election offences and penalties.
• 100% committed to serving as ambassadors of peaceful participation.
• Regional radio and print media coverage extended the message to an estimated 300,000+ citizens.