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PGA Member Hon. Dr. Ephraim Kayembe MP welcomes ratification of Arms Trade Treaty by the Government of Malawi

Malawi has ratified the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) a multilateral agreement that regulates trade in conventional weapons.

Strengthening the Abolitionist Movement: Launch of the Global Consortium for Death Penalty Abolition

The death penalty remains a significant human rights concern. In 2023 alone, Amnesty International recorded 1,153 executions marking a 31% increase from the previous year and the highest since 2015.

Championing Human Rights, Democracy and The Rule of Law - International Day of Parliamentarism 2024

We invite parliamentarians to learn more about our toolkits and resources on democracy, the environment, gender equality, international justice, peace and security and the inclusion of marginalized populations.

PGA National Parliamentary Session on Nuclear and Radiological Security Dodoma, Tanzania

While Tanzania is already a State Party to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation and other treaties, action is still pending .with respect to several other crucial international conventions and treaties which regulate nuclear and radiological security,.

Parliamentarians Must Tackle Hate Speech to Protect Inclusive Democracy

In a 2021 resolution of the United Nations General Assembly on “promoting inter-religious and intercultural dialogue and tolerance in countering hate speech”.

Somalia Paves the Way for Justice & Accountability

The delegation – all members of the Committee of Justice and Defense from the Federal Parliament of Somalia – had the opportunity to engage in direct and crucial exchanges on accountability and justice.

Haciendo que la justicia funcione: la sociedad civil se une en la lucha global contra la impunidad

La impunidad es el principal obstáculo para la justicia y la reparación de las víctimas y supervivientes de violaciones de derechos humanos y crímenes internacionales. A menudo, sólo un pequeño número de responsables rinden cuentas.

Parliamentarians from Suriname Strengthen ties with International Organizations to Champion International Cooperation

From 15 to 17 May 2024, a delegation of Members of Parliament from Suriname participated in a high-level visit to The Hague, The Netherlands, organized by Parliamentarians for Global Action (PGA).

Legislators and Representatives of the Diplomatic Community discuss Democracy and Human Rights

Diplomatic representatives had the opportunity to discuss PGA’s current thematic priorities and the challenges legislators face in the implementation of a human rights-centered agenda that aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

PGA Welcomes Unanimous Parliamentary approval in Fiji for Accession to Budapest Convention on Cybercrime

Unanimous support for Fiji’s accession of the Budapest Convention

Roundtable Conversation on Promoting Safe and Inclusive Political Environments for Women Parliamentarians:

PGA is committed to promoting safe and inclusive political environments for women parliamentarians

Meeting of the PGA United Nations Advisory Committee and PGA Executive Committee

Highlighting progress made and remaining challenges regarding the implementation of PGA Programs

Parlamentarios para la Acción Global (PGA) Celebra la Aprobación de la Ley de Cooperación con la Corte Penal Internacional (CPI) por parte de Ecuador

PGA acoge con entusiasmo la trascendental decisión de la Asamblea Nacional de Ecuador de adoptar la Ley Orgánica de Cooperación entre el Estado del Ecuador y la Corte Penal Internacional.

Parliamentarians from the Pacific participate in the Region’s 3rd Human Rights Conference on Inclusion of Persons of Diverse SOGIESC

PGA organized meetings for legislators to engage in dialogue on the situation of LGBTQI+ persons in Pacific Island States to effectively address pressing issues such as climate resilience, health, education and economic sustainability.

Legislators are key allies in achieving the goal of “No one left behind: equality, freedom and justice for all”

In the last two years, there has been a surge in hostility and discriminatory legislation targeting LGBTQI+ persons fueled by foreign-funded, anti-rights movements and scapegoating of vulnerable populations for political gain

Empowering Action on the Escazú Agreement: A Parliamentarians and Civil Society Dialogue

This session, jointly hosted by Parliamentarians for Global Action (PGA) and ParlAmericas, will bring together parliamentarians and civil society representatives from the Caribbean SIDS for a dialogue on the Escazú Agreement

Promoting Accession to the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime in the Pacific

Participants benefited from several expert presentations. Points of Action were identified at the conclusion of the Workshop to promote accession to the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime in participant States in the region.

PGA reestablishes National Group in Mexico

the work of the organization and to encourage them to become PGA members