Election Observation
Research & Reforms

Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN) stands as Pakistan’s first domestic observation group, dedicated to election observation, research, and reform initiatives. Supported by Trust for Democratic Education and Accountability (TDEA), FAFEN employs long-term, nationwide, and statistically rigorous observation methodologies in adherence to international standards and best practices for observing elections throughout Pakistan. As the first civil society network of networks in Pakistan, FAFEN endeavors to enhance representativeness, inclusion, transparency, accountability within electoral processes. Through evidence-based recommendations, FAFEN has played a pivotal role in the electoral reforms process, making significant strides towards ensuring fairness and integrity in the electoral system.

Achievements

GE-2024 Election Day Observers

6,000

Local Government Election Day Observers

1,500

GE-2018 Election Day Observers

16,000

GE-2013 Election Day Observers

41,000

GE-2008 Election Day Observers

19,000

FAFEN Recommendations Included in The Elections Act, 2017