Date: Jun 30, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

In commemoration of International Day of Parliamentarism, Parliamentarians for Global Action is hosting a peer-to-peer dialogue between current and former Members of Parliament across regions to mark this occasion.

The conversation will explore how parliamentarians can respond to shrinking civic space, disinformation, and rising political polarization that continue to challenge democratic institutions.

Participants will share lived experiences and identify practical approaches to these challenges.

Previous Commemorations of International Day of Parliamentarism

Democracy in Action: The Vital Role of Parliaments

30 June 2025

We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to strengthening democratic institutions, defending human rights, and promoting inclusive governance

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

25 June 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.

International Day of Parliamentarism 2021

30 June 2021

The International Day of Parliamentarism is celebrated every year on 30 June, the date in 1889 on which the IPU was founded. The Day was established in 2018 through a United Nations General Assembly Resolution.