Institute for Public Environment Development
Founded in 2003, IPED has been at the forefront of independent electoral observation spanning experience from monitoring more than 17 election campaigns. IPED is dedicated to increasing civic participation in public governance, reducing the influence of money in politics, and ensuring a fair electoral process. Through its expertise and research, the Institute contributes to expert […]
Welcoming EPDE’s New Members from Romania, Bulgaria, and Slovakia

The European Platform for Democratic Elections (EPDE) is excited to announce the expansion of our election observer network with the addition of three esteemed organizations: Expert Forum EFOR (Romania), Institute of Public Environment Development IPED (Bulgaria), and MEMO 98 (Slovakia). These organizations were unanimously elected during the 2024 General Assembly, further reinforcing EPDE’s representation among […]