EVIDENCE AND
METHODS LAB
This project is a nationwide voter readiness survey designed to assess how prepared Ugandans are to participate meaningfully in the January 2026 general elections. The survey focuses on citizens' electoral knowledge, awareness, access to information, trust in institutions, and perceived barriers to participation across presidential, parliamentary, and local government elections. The survey is implemented through a combination of community-based offline data collection and large-scale digital outreach. Data use and Confidentiality: All information you provide on voter readiness for the 2026 Uganda general elections will be kept strictly anonymous and confidential. No personally identifiable information will be published or shared with third parties.

Citizen Champion Details Name *

Champion Telephone Number *

Champion Email Address

Respondent details - Name (Optional)

Telephone number (Optional)

Email address (Optional)

District *

Section 1- Demographics and Registration: 1. What is your age group?

2. What is your gender?

3. In which region of Uganda do you currently reside?

4. Do you live in an Urban or rural area?

5. Are you currently registered to vote in the 2026 general elections?

6. If not registered, what is the main reason?

7. If other above, please specify.

8. Do you have a National ID or other valid identification document?

Section 2 - Electoral Knowledge and Awareness: 9. Do you know the date when the 2026 general elections will begin?

10. Which electoral positions will you be voting for in 2026? (select all that apply)

11. How confident are you that you understand the voting process?

12. Do you know where your designated polling station is located?

13. What criteria do you consider most important when choosing a candidate? (Select top 3)

14. If other above, Please specify.

15. Have you attended any voter education sessions or received information about the 2026 elections?

16. Rate your knowledge of your rights as a voter on a scale of 1-5.

Section 3 - Information Sources and Engagement: 17. What are your primary sources of information about elections and candidates? (Select all that apply)

18. If other above, please specify.

19. How trustworthy do you find information from the Electoral Commission?

20. Have you had any direct interaction with candidates or their representatives?

21. What would make you feel more prepared to vote? (Select all that apply)

22. If other above, please specify

23. Do you use social media to follow election-related information?

Section 4 - Barriers, Trust, and Civic Attitudes: 24. What challenges, if any, do you anticipate facing on election day? (Select all that apply)

25. If other above, please specify.

26. Have you ever felt intimidated or unsafe when trying to participate in political activities?

27. Do you feel free to discuss your political preferences openly?

28. How much do you trust that your vote will be counted accurately?

29. Do you believe voting can bring about positive change in your community?

30. How likely are you to vote in the 2026 elections?

31. By selecting "Yes" below, you confirm that you are 18 years or older and freely consent to participate in this survey.

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