National Election Observation Committee (NEOC) is one of the largest and pioneer civil society coalitions in Nepal with demonstrated expertise in enhancing electoral democracy, civic space, governance, and inclusive representation since 1991. NEOC is engaged as a democracy watch flagship organization primarily focused on undertaking field research & study, conducting rights-based civic & voter education, advocating for legal & administrative reforms, lobbying for the development of an equitable & inclusive representation model (electoral systems), and carrying out election observation & monitoring missions.
Having its National Secretariat in Kathmandu, NEOC has 7 provincial and 77 district chapters actively functioning toward NEOC mission. Besides monitoring and observation during elections, NEOC's chapters are engaged in making different interventions including mass awareness, capacity building, dialogues & public policy advocacy, electoral governance & campaign financing, voters/civic education, media campaigning and more. NEOC has a policy of involving equal and inclusive participation of women and diverse groups in its every intervention.
Given its time-tested experience NEOC is also entrusted to coordinate all domestic and international election observation groups in Nepal, by leading the Election Observation Coordination Group (EOCG) which is common platform of election observer groups in the country. NEOC is also the founding member of Asian Network for Free Elections (ANFREL) and serves on the organization’s Board of Directors since 2008, and has participated in several international election observation missions in Asia and beyond.
Vision
Electoral integrity for better representative democracy
Mission
Dedicated engagement with electoral actors and general public for credible elections
Goal
Promoting free & fair elections and strengthen governance through improved electoral system and management with the attainment of efficiency, effectiveness, transparency, inclusiveness and accountability.
Objectives