Palestinian Initiative for the Promotion of Global Dialogue and Democracy (MIFTAH)

Established in Jerusalem in December 1998, MIFTAH seeks to promote the principles of democracy and good governance within various components of Palestinian society; it further seeks to engage local and international public opinion and official circles on the Palestinian cause. To that end, MIFTAH adopts the mechanisms of an active and in-depth dialogue, the free flow of information and ideas, as well as local and international networking.

To enhance good governance in Palestine

• Public policies supportive to women, youth and marginalized groups
  
• Policies and decisions of the government supportive of democracy and freedom of expression
  
• A government accountable to its constituencies
  
• A government transparent in its spending
  
• Women and youth are well represented in policy and decision-making bodies in government and civic institutions
  

Strategy:

• Enhancement of women and youth participation in policy and decision-making (Public sector, local government and civil society organizations)-empowerment through training and education (training activities and specialized modules), support in elections, networking for focus and impact
  
• Policy advocacy and lobbying-policy dialogue and advocacy on promoting social justice and safeguarding of citizens' rights within public policies.