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Publications
Research papers, policy briefs, toolkits, and comparative studies advancing the practice of inter-party dialogue.
Roundtable ReportApril 2026
The Role of Political Parties: Rethinking Inter-Party Dialogue and Consensus-Building in West Africa
By AIPDN, in partnership with the ECOWAS Commission, ECONEC, AGI, The Oslo Center, PPI-Africa, and WANEP-Senegal
Senegal Consultations report from the high-level regional roundtable convened by AIPDN and ECOWAS at Hôtel Colonia in Dakar on 28 April 2026. The eight-page report sets out findings on the state of inter-party dialogue in West Africa, including the impact of political exclusion and lawfare, and offers recommendations grounded in Article 36 of the ECOWAS Supplementary Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance and Article 53(i) of the ECOWAS Conflict Prevention Framework.
Policy BriefApril 2026
Lawfare and Its Impact on Electoral Integrity in Africa
By National Democratic Institute (NDI), in partnership with AIPDN
Recent electoral cycles across Africa have seen the growing use of lawfare, the deliberate weaponization of legal and regulatory frameworks and the criminal justice system by political actors that control government. This brief examines common manifestations of lawfare, tools to combat or mitigate its impacts including the potential use of inter-party dialogue platforms, and offers questions for further reflection.
Research PaperOctober 15, 2025
Rethinking Inter-Party Dialogue and Consensus Building
By AIPDN Research Team
A comprehensive analysis of inter-party dialogue frameworks across the African continent, with recommendations for strengthening consensus-building mechanisms.
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ToolkitJune 20, 2025
Toolkit for National Dialogue Facilitators
By AIPDN
A practical guide for facilitators designing and implementing national inter-party dialogue processes.
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Policy BriefMarch 8, 2025
Women in Inter-Party Dialogue: Barriers and Opportunities
By AIPDN Research Team
Examining the role of women in inter-party dialogue processes and recommendations for more inclusive practices.
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