Amendments to PKR Party Constitution to Enhance Inclusivity and Fairness in Leadership Election Process
SHAH ALAM, Dec 15 (BERNAMA) — Amendments to the Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) party constitution regarding the election process, approved today, will enable greater participation from members of diverse backgrounds in selecting the party’s top leadership in the future, said party information chief Fahmi Fadzil.
Increased Participation and Representation
The amendments allow for an increase in the number of delegates voting for party leadership, as future elections will be conducted in both physical and hybrid formats. This move is expected to promote greater fairness and inclusivity in the election process.
Incorporating Digitalisation and Gender and Ethnic Quotas
The amendments also include principles for gender and ethnic quotas to ensure inclusivity and to prevent any ethnic group from being left out of the election process. Fahmi highlighted that the incorporation of digitalisation will allow for division-level voting to be conducted online, promoting greater participation from members across various states and backgrounds.
"My hope is that this will enable participation from members of all races, across various states and backgrounds, in the process of selecting the party’s top leadership when the time comes," he said.
Fair Representation for Large-Membership Divisions
Fahmi added that the amendments would also increase the representation of divisions with large memberships in the election process, ensuring fairness for these divisions.
PKR Special National Congress
The amendments were approved during the PKR Special National Congress, officiated by party president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim here today. The congress also approved amendments to the party constitution regarding the election process, allowing for a higher number of delegates to vote for the six top party positions and 20 members of the Central Leadership Council (MPP) at the National Congress.
Conclusion
The amendments to PKR’s party constitution are a significant step towards promoting greater inclusivity and fairness in the party’s leadership election process. By increasing participation and representation, ensuring digitalisation, and incorporating gender and ethnic quotas, the party is taking a crucial step towards building a more diverse and inclusive leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the key changes in the amendments to PKR’s party constitution?
A: The amendments increase the number of delegates voting for party leadership, include principles for gender and ethnic quotas, and incorporate digitalisation for division-level voting.
Q: What is the purpose of the amendments?
A: The amendments aim to promote greater inclusivity and fairness in the party’s leadership election process.
Q: How will the amendments benefit the party?
A: The amendments will increase participation and representation, ensuring a more diverse and inclusive leadership.
Q: When will the amendments take effect?
A: The amendments will take effect after approval by the party’s central leadership council.