This historic resolution represents a crucial step forward for the abolitionist movement.
We, the undersigned members of parliaments worldwide, stand united in our individual capacities in unwavering support of the International Criminal Court (ICC).
On 22 November 2024, the Sixth Committee of the United Nations unanimously approved the “United Nations Conference of Plenipotentiaries on Prevention and Punishment of Crimes against Humanity”.
The hybrid, non-partisan Caucus brought together parliamentarians, experts, and civil society to explore the Escazú Agreement.
The conference brought together over 200 participants providing an opportunity for legislators worldwide to share experiences.
In an era characterized by growing challenges to democratic values and institutions, the Parliamentary Toolbox for Democracy Defense is a vital resource to empower parliamentarians and democracy advocates worldwide.
Date | Event | Location | Campaign |
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28-29 January | Participation in Zambia National Workshop on Implementation of Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), organized by The Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control of Germany (BAFA) | Lusaka, Zambia | SALW/ATT Campaign |
January / February | PGA National Parliamentary Session | St. Georges, Grenada | Nuclear and Radiological Security |
11-13 March | PGA African Parliamentary Delegation to Third African Forum on Cybercrime | Nairobi,Kenya | Global Cybercrime Initiative |
April | Indo-Pacific (Pacific Islands) Regional Parliamentary Workshop on Implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004) | Honiara, Solomon Islands | Biological Security and Health |
May 17 - 25 | Parliamentary Delegation to World Prde 2025 | Washingon DC, United States | SOGI Campaign |
December | Indo-Pacific (Pacific Islands) Follow-Up Regional Parliamentary Workshop on Implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 (2004) | Port Vila, Vanuatu | Biological Security and Health |
PGA calls for immediate release of Reza Khandan, human rights defender & husband of Iranian human rights & women's rights advocate Nasrin Sotoudeh. Mr. Khandan was arrested on Dec/13 and is unjustly imprisoned for supporting women's freedom in Iran.https://t.co/puPfYVxucn
— Parliamentarians for Global Action (@PGAction) December 23, 2024
Our parliamentary delegation from Africa is bringing vital perspectives to the Equal Rights Coalition Conference 2024 in Berlin this week.
— Parliamentarians for Global Action (@PGAction) December 18, 2024
45 nations are united in promoting and defending LGBTQI+ rights globally.#ERC2024 #HumanRights pic.twitter.com/oYMEOrADHD
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