Electoral Integrity for Better Representative Democracy

Dedicated engagement with electoral actors and general public for credible elections since 1991

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About NEOC

Introduction

National Election Observation Committee (NEOC) is one of the largest and pioneer civil society coalitions in Nepal with demonstrated expertise in enhancing electoral democracy, civic space, governance, and inclusive representation since 1991.

NEOC is engaged as a democracy watch flagship organization primarily focused on undertaking field research & study, conducting rights-based civic & voter education, advocating for legal & administrative reforms, lobbying for the development of an equitable & inclusive representation model (electoral systems), and carrying out election observation & monitoring missions.

Having its National Secretariat in Kathmandu, NEOC has 7 provincial and 77 district chapters actively functioning toward NEOC mission. Besides monitoring and observation during elections, NEOC's chapters are engaged in making different interventions including mass awareness, capacity building, dialogues & public policy advocacy, electoral governance & campaign financing, voters/civic education, media campaigning and more.

Given its time-tested experience NEOC is also entrusted to coordinate all domestic and international election observation groups in Nepal, by leading the Election Observation Coordination Group (EOCG) which is common platform of election observer groups in the country.

Vision & Mission

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Vision

Electoral integrity for better representative democracy

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Mission

Dedicated engagement with electoral actors and general public for credible elections

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Goal

Promoting free & fair elections and strengthen governance through improved electoral system and management with the attainment of efficiency, effectiveness, transparency, inclusiveness and accountability.

Objectives

Establish NEOC as a knowledge center on electoral democracy, civic space, governance and inclusive representation.
Educate, empower and meaningfully engage citizens to let them enjoy their fundamental rights in an equitable manner.
Encourage and support inclusive, participatory and transparent electoral reforms and management for credible election.

Strengthen capacity of elected representatives, especially targeting those representing women, youth, PWD and other minority & marginalized communities for their effective representation.
Promote regular exchange between elected representatives and general public for downward accountability at federal, provincial and local level.

Key Milestones

Election Monitoring in Nepal

First election with international monitoring mission coordinated by NEOC.

More than 72 international and 1500 local monitors observed the elections. In 1994, during the mid-term polls, NEOC hosted more than 50 international and almost 3000 national observers to monitor the elections held on two different phases.

CA Election Observation

A giant endeavor monitoring the Constituent Assembly elections.

NEOC invited 40 international observers along with the mobilization of more than 15,000 domestic observers and about 10,000 volunteers in all 75 districts and 240 constituencies. NEOC also observed the CA by-election held on April 10, 2009 in six vacant constituencies.

Constitution-Making

Nationwide campaign for electoral model development.

NEOC launched a nationwide campaign to explore a viable electoral model in the new constitution drafting process while considering the changed political context. The initiative focused on developing a democratic, inclusive and federalist model of representation through participatory approach.

Voter Registration Observation

Ensuring inclusive and accessible voter registration.

NEOC is the only organization accredited by the Election Commission of Nepal (ECN) for the observation of the ongoing voter registration program. The focus is on ensuring registration is inclusive and accessible to all eligible citizens without systemic bias.

Organizational Structure

General Assembly

Highest Governing Body

Central Executive Committee

Policy Making Body

Provincial Chapters

7 Provincial Offices

District Chapters

77 District Offices

Constituency Level Focal Points

165 Coordinators

Thematic Committees

Focus Areas

Observers and Monitors

Field Operations

National Secretariat

Administrative Hub

Program Team

Finance Team

Staff and Volunteers

Support Staff