Forum says working to support capacity of key Ethiopian institutions

(March 30, 2011, Addis Ababa, ENA)--Knowledge Sharing Forum said it is working to support capacity development of key democratic institutions in Ethiopia.

The Forum held its meeting here on Tuesday under the theme ‘‘Building a Sustainable Democratic Governance: Role of Democratic Institutions’’.

The support geared towards helping Ethiopia’s effort in achieving the Millennium Development Goals and ensuring a sustainable development through enhanced democratic empowerment and participation at all levels.

Among the key institutions that receive support are the National Electoral Board of Ethiopia, the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission, the Ethiopian Institution of the Ombudsman, the Federal Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the House of Peoples' Representatives, among others.
Source: ENA