PGA’s vision is to contribute to the creation of a Rules-Based International Order for a more equitable, safe, sustainable and democratic world.
PGA’s vision is to contribute to the creation of a Rules-Based International Order for a more equitable, safe, sustainable and democratic world.
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.
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.
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,.
In a 2021 resolution of the United Nations General Assembly on “promoting inter-religious and intercultural dialogue and tolerance in countering hate speech”.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 July | Commemoration of the International Justice Day and addressing International Criminal Justice Week | Virtual | Rome Statute of the ICC |
| 23-25 July | PGA Parliamentary Participation in the Fourth Activists’ Forum | Johannesburg, South Africa | SOGI Campaign |
| July/August | Virtual regional parliamentary workshop on Marine Protected Areas | São Tomé and Príncipe | Protection of the Oceans |
| 09 August | Parliamentary Messages to Commemorate the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples | Virtual | Climate Action Campaign |
| August/September | Parliamentary workshop on the Escazú Agreement and Launch of PGA Toolkit on the Escazú Agreement | Trinidad and Tobago | Climate Action Campaign |
| 15 September | Parliamentary Messages to Commemorate the International Day of Democracy | Virtual | Democratic Renewal and Human Rights |
I am proud to have voted to maintain the law banning FGM in The Gambia. The rights and well-being of women and girls are paramount. I extend my gratitude to PGA for the advocacy and support.
— Parliamentarians for Global Action (@PGAction) July 15, 2024
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PGA was delighted to host Hon. Pindi Chana, Min, for Constitutional & Legal Affairs, Tanzania ????????, and Ms. Neema Mwanga, to discuss capacity building on #humanrights. We are grateful to Tanzania for opportunities to strengthen our ties & look forward to continued collaboration. pic.twitter.com/3vmoH0UWwW
— Parliamentarians for Global Action (@PGAction) July 12, 2024
PGA was pleased to be informed by PGA Executive Committee Member Hon. Esther Cuesta on 4th July that the National Assembly of Ecuador has approved the Budapest Convention.https://t.co/8BZuRyzvs1#cybersecurity #cybercrime pic.twitter.com/E8zb6y1z78
— Parliamentarians for Global Action (@PGAction) July 5, 2024
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