[{"bbox": [95, 151, 1134, 444], "category": "Text", "text": "cycle. These activities can broadly be divided into (1) analysis and mapping; (2) monitoring and early response; (3) activity and training design. The analysis and mapping component ensure the development of conflict-sensitive and evidence-based prevention strategies. Monitoring and Early Response is key to guaranteeing accurate and publicly accessible information to inform response and mitigation strategies. Activity and Training Design encompasses a range of context-specific electoral conflict prevention activities based on the analysis and monitoring, foreseeing capacity building with trainings as a vital component. The Action will continue providing support and training to the Liberian National Police (LNP) to ensure security and respect for human rights and freedom of expression, particularly during electoral campaign periods and electoral operations, but it will also expand its outreach to other stakeholders concerned with election related violence. Building upon the existing mechanisms and institutional partnerships, in collaboration between governmental actors and civil society, the Action will aim to strengthen the response at provincial and local level."}, {"bbox": [95, 474, 335, 499], "category": "Section-header", "text": "## Disaster Risk Reduction"}, {"bbox": [95, 501, 1134, 714], "category": "Text", "text": "Natural and man-made disasters have the potential to throw elections into chaos, destroying infrastructure, displacing populations, and potentially rendering the impacted system more vulnerable to security threats. While politicians are not responsible for natural disasters, they are often held accountable and anticipated to act. In line with Priority 1 of the EU Multiannual Indicative Programme 2021-2027, the Action plans to support Business Continuity Plans, in particular for electoral bodies and the deployment of early warning and response system that may eventually go beyond mere focus of electoral violence (e.g. Election situation room is also equipped to monitor Covid-19 risks and can be expanded to disaster risk reduction if the need arises). The Action itself does not directly or indirectly increase risk of natural disaster."}, {"bbox": [95, 745, 409, 770], "category": "Section-header", "text": "## Other considerations if relevant"}, {"bbox": [95, 771, 1134, 905], "category": "Text", "text": "In line with the EU Digital for Development (D4D) Strategy and the UNDP Digital Strategy 2022-2025, digital technologies will be mainstreamed throughout the implementation of the Action. Acknowledging the potential risks of digital technology, as well as the lack of basic infrastructure in Liberia in certain instances to drive digital technology, the Action will offer support stakeholders on a case-by-case basis to harness the transformative power of digital solutions for a more inclusive, and equitable utilisation of resources."}, {"bbox": [95, 930, 1134, 1037], "category": "Text", "text": "In addition, the Action seeks to strengthen sustainable planning and budgeting that goes hand-in-hand with sustainable procurement. Where applicable, the Action will also consider the environment in procurement actions, with an attempt of employing re-usable materials and support sustainable energy. The Action will consider environmental sustainability in its advice, where applicable."}, {"bbox": [85, 1050, 423, 1079], "category": "Section-header", "text": "## 3.4 Risks and Lessons Learnt"}, {"bbox": [82, 1095, 1167, 1632], "category": "Table", "text": "<table><thead><tr><td>Category</td><td>Risks Title</td><td>Likelihood (High/ Medium/ Low)</td><td>Impact (High/ Medium/ Low)</td><td>Mitigating measures</td></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Political</td><td>Risk 1: The political will of the National Legislature to move forward with transformative changes not forthcoming or sustained.</td><td>High</td><td>High</td><td>Engage with the leadership of the National Legislature, through the Joint Legislative Modernization Committee (JLMC) and the Secretariat to ensure buy-in and support of this Action.</td></tr><tr><td>Political</td><td>Risk 2: Continued fragmentation and personalisation of political parties.</td><td>High</td><td>High</td><td>This is a major issue, but the Action has included trainings and workshops to address it.</td></tr><tr><td>Political</td><td>Risk 3: A non-transformative approach to electoral cycle and deepening democracy issues, leading to non-<br/>transformative</td><td>Medium</td><td>High</td><td>UNDP supports NEC and CSO efforts to advocate for reforms on the legal framework or improvement of processes through adequate regulations. Comprehensive capacity strengthening programmes, engaging NEC, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure buy-in and support for the action.</td></tr></tbody></table>"}, {"bbox": [1026, 1679, 1142, 1704], "category": "Page-footer", "text": "Page 11 of 25"}]