The People’s Democratic Organisation for Independence and Socialism (PDOIS) is a Gambian political party advocating self-determination, social justice and a secular, democratic, sovereign republic. Its vision is a Gambia built through citizens’ equal participation in public life, with people’s liberty, dignity and prosperity at the centre of governance. PDOIS presents its policies through manifestos and programs focused on political transformation, economic development, education, human rights, cultural diversity and international relations.

The party’s proposals include expanding access to quality education, promoting jobs and grassroots development through cooperatives, and using national resources to support infrastructure and public services. It also calls for stronger protections for fundamental rights, civic education, freedom of information, and reforms to police and prison administration. Other priorities include gender parity, proportional representation, cultural preservation, and regional cooperation. PDOIS describes its role as facilitating systemic change and addressing poverty through policy. Its website provides information about the party’s history, leadership, organization, candidates and diaspora, alongside manifesto downloads, news, photo and video galleries, and ways to contact or support the party.