Chapter 3: Complaints Adjudication Training for Election Management Bodies and Political Parties It can be useful to design specific, abbreviated training sessions for EMBs at the polling station level. Ideally, basic training on how to handle complaints can be accommodated during their regular poll worker training sessions. √ Topics for training programs for political parties: A basic training program for political parties can cover introduction of laws and regulations; rights and responsibilities of political parties; electoral violations and offenses; electoral complaint procedures; preparation of submissions; and appeal procedures. Separate training programs can be a good option for covering political concerns that are not included in the comprehensive training program. √ Additional resources: A handbook on election complaints, to be distributed by the EMB in advance of Election Day, can be an invaluable resource for political parties and candidates. 157