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Published purpose

This is a collaborative project, designed to promote democratic governance based on an effective Parliament, professional media, and citizen participation. The purpose is to strengthen institutions and processes that contribute to the free flow of information and allow interaction between citizens, elected representatives, and government officials with regard to government budgets. The project provides technical assistance, training and materials to non-governmental organizations, media representatives, members of parliament, parliamentary committees and district assemblies. Activities aim to build the capacity of citizens, the media and elected representatives to understand and contribute to the public budgeting process; increase the ability and openness of the Government of Malawi to receive and incorporate public input; and improve the availability of information and analysis on public expenditures. The UK Department for International Development (DfID) is contributing an additional $3.5 million to this project.