Magnitsky-Type Sanctions: A Tool for Parliamentarians in Addressing Human Rights Abuses

To commemorate the Int'l Day of Democracy, PGA, and the RWCHR are organizing a Panel Discussion on Magnitsky-type “sanctions” and how legislators can contribute to preventing and fighting impunity for the violation of human rights.

El régimen de Maduro intimida a un miembro destacado de PGA en Venezuela

El Gobierno de Maduro refleja un accionar que recoge los elementos típicos de una persecución política.

Participation of Hon. Amina Maelainine in a Panel Discussion on Existing Legal Limits to Security Council Veto Power in the Face of Atrocity Crimes

On 10 September 2020, PGA co-hosted a Panel Discussion on “Existing Legal Limits to Security Council Veto Power in the Face of Atrocity Crimes”, title of the new book of Professor Jennifer Trahan (New York University - NYU).

Parliamentarians in Maldives take action on Human Rights

On 24 August 2020, the Parliament of the Maldives (The People’s Majlis) took a critical step forward to protecting human rights in their country.

Regional Caribbean Consultation: The Role of Parliamentarians in Building More Inclusive Societies

Hosted by the Parliament of Saint Lucia on August 26, 2020

Zimbabwe debe poner fin a los abusos contra los derechos humanos y defender los principios democráticos y el Estado de Derecho

Recent crackdowns in Zimbabwe have left the country with several people killed, injured and arrested.

Alerta de Acción Urgente 4: Brasil

La Grave Negligencia Contra La Población Indígena De Brasil Durante La Pandemia Del Covid-19 Puede Constituir Un Genocidio

Parliament of Barbados adopts workplace protections for individuals of diverse sexual orientation

The Employment Act 2020 protects various categories of individuals from workplace discrimination, including those of diverse sexual orientation.

Niue Accedes to the Arms Trade Treaty

PGA Congratulates Niue on its Accession to the Arms Trade Treaty on 6th August 2020, becoming the 110th State Party to the ATT.

Afghanistan Accedes to the Arms Trade Treaty

Afghanistan acceded to the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) on 29th July 2020, becoming the 109th State Party to the ATT.

São Tomé and Príncipe Ratifies the Arms Trade Treaty

São Tomé and Príncipe now becomes the 108th State Party to the Arms Trade Treaty.

El Grupo Nacional de PGA en Argentina apoya la Campaña por una Gobernanza Democrática Global

La Diputada Carla Piccolomini, Presidenta del Grupo Nacional de PGA en Argentina, expresó el apoyo del grupo hacia la Campaña por una Gobernanza Global Democrática promovida por La Democracia Global.

Legislators from Lebanon, Morocco and Tunisia discuss the fight against impunity

Members of the House of Deputies of Lebanon, of the House of Representatives of the Kingdom of Morocco and of the Assembly of the Representatives of the People of Tunisia met virtually to discuss and exchange ideas on the fight against impunity.

PGA commemorates International Justice Day, emphasizing the importance of states’ efforts in reinforcing international and domestic justice systems

On 17 July, international community commemorates the International Justice Day, this year marking the 22nd anniversary of the adoption of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC).

As environmental damages and crimes amass, the interconnection between protection of human rights and nature becomes more prevalent

A webinar on “Putting an End to Greed: The interaction between respect for human rights and the protection of nature” featured the participation of experts in the field of international law, sustainable development, advocacy and human rights.

Former PGA President Minou Tavárez Mirabal commits to supporting victims of international crimes as new Board Member of the Trust Fund for Victims at the ICC

The Board of Directors of the Trust Fund for Victims at the ICC, established by the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute of the ICC, announced a new member: Dr. Minou Tavárez Mirabal.

Central African Republic adopts law on the General Regime of Conventional Weapons, Their Parts, Components and Munitions

The National Assembly has voted to adopt the law on the General Regime of Conventional Weapons, Their Parts, Components and Munitions.

Chile passes implementing legislation for the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BWC)

On 2 July 2020, the Chamber of Deputies of Chile unanimously approved a bill to implement the Biological Weapons Convention and Chemical Weapons Convention into domestic Law.