Nature at the Heart of Climate Action: A Regional Parliamentary Dialogue
To mark World Environment Day, ParlAmericas convened a virtual dialogue on June 5, 2025, to explore the role of Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) in addressing the interlinked challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss, and sustainable development. Held under the theme “The Power of Nature to Advance Economic Growth and Sustainable Development,” the session brought together parliamentarians, […]
Post-Election Seminar to Strengthen Parliamentary Practice in Belize
As Belize embarks on a new legislative term following its March 2025 general elections, the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) and ParlAmericas, in collaboration with the National Assembly of Belize, delivered a comprehensive Post-Election Seminar from June 4 to 6, 2025, in Belmopan. The seminar created a dedicated space for new and returning Members of Parliament […]
ParlAmericas condemns the attack against Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay
ParlAmericas strongly condemns the attack against Colombian Senator and presidential pre-candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay on June 7, 2025. We extend our solidarity to Senator Uribe Turbay, his family, the Senate of the Republic, and the people of Colombia, and express our sincere wishes for his prompt recovery. ParlAmericas reaffirms its unwavering commitment to democracy, peace, and […]
Legislating for the Future: Parliaments Gather in Montevideo to Embrace Anticipatory Governance and Advance Democratic Renewal
With global dynamics rapidly evolving and democratic institutions facing mounting pressures, the 21st ParlAmericas Plenary Assembly and 9th Gathering of the Open Parliament Network convened in Montevideo, Uruguay, from May 27 to 29, 2025, under the theme “Legislating for the Future: Harnessing Anticipatory Governance in Parliamentary Action.” Hosted by the Parliament of Oriental Republic of Uruguay, […]
Exploring the environmental and social impacts of AI: A regional dialogue on inclusive and sustainable governance
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping the tools and strategies used to address climate and environmental challenges. To examine the potential and risks of these technologies, the ParlAmericas Parliamentary Network on Climate Change and Sustainability (PNCCS) and the Parliamentary Staff Network on Climate Change and Sustainability co-organized the meeting “AI and the Environment: Impacts and Innovation,” which virtually gathered parliamentarians, parliamentary […]
Young women in leadership: A driving force for gender equality in the Caribbean
Recognizing that the empowerment of young women in leadership is crucial for driving forward the agenda for gender equality, this Beijing +30 Webinar served as a platform to re-engage participants of the Young Women in Leadership (YWiL) and YES! Leadership Programmes in meaningful dialogue on gender equality to deepen their understanding of the Beijing Declaration […]
Urgent Call to Reform Outdated Sexual Violence Laws in Latin American and the Caribbean
Across Latin America and the Caribbean, sexual violence remains one of the most pervasive forms of gender inequality, with outdated and sex-discriminatory legal frameworks failing to provide effective protection for victims. A new guide by Equality Now and ParlAmericas provides a comprehensive framework for legislating on sexual violence to help ensure national laws align with international human […]
International parliamentary delegation holds dialogues on the bicameral system in the Congress of the Republic of Peru
In the framework of Peru’s recently approved transition back to a bicameral legislature—established through Law No. 31988 passed by the Congress of the Republic—a high-level international parliamentary delegation conducted an official visit to Lima on April 1-2. The agenda featured meetings with legislative authorities and a conference exploring comparative experiences with bicameral systems in Latin America. The […]
ParlAmericas Delegation to Washington Advances Parliamentary Engagement on Multidimensional Security and Regional Cooperation
Against a backdrop of evolving security threats, heightened geopolitical tensions, and increasing challenges to democratic governance across the region, the ParlAmericas Annual Parliamentary Delegation to Washington, convened from March 25 to 27, 2025, addressed the central role of parliaments in shaping comprehensive security strategies and promoting a multidimensional approach to regional security. Held under the theme “Multidimensional […]
ParlAmericas highlights the role of legislatures in strengthening democratic governance during its address to the OAS Permanent Council
This morning, Senator Blanca Ovelar of Paraguay, President of ParlAmericas, and The Honourable Bridgid Annisette-George, Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and Vice-President of ParlAmericas, addressed the Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) during its regular meeting in Washington, D.C. Their participation occurred in alignment with the mandate of OAS General […]
