Monrovia, Liberia; June 2, 2026: Twenty-five employees of the National Elections Commission (NEC) on Friday, May 29, 2026, successfully completed a three-day Building Resources in Democracy, Governance and Elections (BRIDGE) excellence training workshop on elections.
The workshop aimed at strengthening leadership, ethical decision-making, communication, teamwork, and organizational effectiveness across the Commission.
The workshop, implemented in partnership with UNDP under the Liberia Electoral Support Project, brought together staff from NEC headquarters and field offices to explore practical approaches to building high-performing institutions capable of delivering credible, inclusive, and transparent electoral services.
The project is managed by UNDP and implemented in partnership with UN Women and the Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD), in collaboration with NEC and with funding from the European Union, Ireland, and Sweden.
The training focused on key building blocks of institutional excellence, including organizational culture, governance structures, leadership, knowledge management, communication and coordination, and people-centered performance.
Closing the workshop, NEC Chairperson Jonathan K. Weedor underscored the importance of continuous learning and professional development in strengthening institutions and advancing organizational excellence.
“There is a difference between having a job and having a passion for your job. The commitment and enthusiasm demonstrated throughout this training show that NEC staff are passionate about serving the institution and the Liberian people,” Chairperson Weedor told participants.
Mr. Weedor emphasized that knowledge remains one of the most valuable assets for professional and institutional success.
“Knowledge is power,” he said. “No matter where you are or what position you hold, the acquisition of knowledge must remain a priority. The more we invest in learning and capacity development, the stronger our institution becomes.”
He reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to staff development and thanked UNDP and partners for supporting NEC’s institutional strengthening efforts.
“We appreciate the support of our partners in helping build the capacity of our staff. Our goal is to ensure that NEC personnel possess the skills, knowledge, and confidence necessary to excel wherever they serve.”
Katherine Green, Chief Technical Advisor of the UNDP Liberia Electoral Support Project, highlighted the central role of people in institutional development. “The strength of an institution is a reflection of the efforts and commitment of the people who make it work,” Green said. “This workshop is important because it goes beyond electoral operations to focus on the institution itself—how it functions and how it can continue to grow and improve.”
She noted that knowledge management and continuous learning are essential to ensuring institutions remain resilient, adaptive, and effective in delivering on their mandates.
Participants welcomed the opportunity to engage with a customized BRIDGE curriculum. Many described the training as both timely and practical, providing tools that can be immediately applied in their respective assignments.
Danlette Tarlor Davis, Assistant Magistrate from River Gee County, said the workshop strengthened participants’ understanding of ethical leadership and responsible decision-making.
“Every decision a leader makes affects other people,” she noted. “This training has reinforced the importance of thoughtful leadership and accountability.”
For Obediah Freeman, Assistant Magistrate from Lofa County, the workshop provided valuable lessons on communication, ethics, and information sharing that will enhance service delivery at the county level.
The Liberia Electoral Support Project supports national institutions and processes to promote inclusive, transparent, and accountable governance in Liberia.
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