Orientation Session for the Mandate Commission on NGO Elections to the CCM

The Secretariat of the Country Coordinating Mechanism for Cooperation with International Organizations on HIV and Tuberculosis (hereinafter referred to as the CCM) held an orientation session for members of the Mandate Commission involved in the election of non-governmental organization (NGO) representatives to the CCM. The session covered the main stages of the election process, eligibility requirements for candidates and voters, and the functions and responsibilities of the Mandate Commission. Particular attention was paid to upholding the principles of transparency, accountability, and equal participation of community representatives in the elections.

Participants reviewed the eligibility requirements established by the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, including the need to ensure appropriate representation of key populations and affected communities. Measures to prevent conflicts of interest, verify candidates’ compliance with the established criteria, and ensure data confidentiality throughout the election process were also discussed.The session also covered the six main stages of the election process: candidate registration, publication of lists, organization of voting, verification of results, and proper documentation. The importance of documenting potential irregularities, approving the election minutes, and obtaining the signatures of Mandate Commission members was emphasized.

Following the session, participants discussed next steps for coordinating with communities and organizing committees, informing voters and candidates, and ensuring the proper documentation of election results.The orientation session aims to provide the Mandate Commission with the necessary information and support an open, fair, and transparent process for electing NGO representatives to the CCM.