On this International Day of Parliamentarism, celebrated every year on June 30, Parliamentarians for Global Action reaffirms our unwavering commitment to strengthening democratic institutions, defending human rights, and promoting inclusive governance.
As a global, cross-party network of committed legislators, we believe that democracy is not only a goal but an ongoing process that must be continually renewed, protected, and deepened. It is through active, transparent, and accountable parliaments that the will of the people is translated into laws, oversight, and meaningful public policy.
At our last Annual Forum in Pakistan, parliamentarians from every region reaffirmed that democracy must be safeguarded through action, not just aspiration. On this International Day of Parliamentarism, we renew our collective resolve to build inclusive, accountable, and rights-based institutions that truly serve the people." Hon. Naveed Qamar, MP (Pakistan), President, Parliamentarians for Global Action
Parliamentarians for Global Action remains dedicated to equipping parliamentarians with the tools, knowledge, and global solidarity needed to uphold democratic values and advance justice, equality, and peace. As a network that champions inclusive leadership, we actively support efforts to ensure that women and gender-diverse voices are fully represented and empowered at every level of decision-making. Achieving gender equality in parliaments is not only a matter of representation, it is essential to building laws and policies that reflect the realities of all people.
Societies thrive when people are empowered to contribute, engage, and hold power to account, regardless of background, identity, or belief. Today’s observance underscores that the legitimacy of democratic systems depends on the full and equal participation of all members of society. Together with civil society organizations and partners around the world, we will continue working to ensure that parliaments remain strongholds of democracy and engines of positive change for all.
