Statement by ParlAmericas on Recent Developments in Venezuela
January 5, 2026
ParlAmericas, as the institution that promotes parliamentary diplomacy within the Inter-American system, has consistently affirmed that the right of the Venezuelan people to determine their future freely and through democratic means is fundamental. The priority for the international community now must be to ensure that Venezuela’s path forward is peaceful, democratic, and firmly grounded in the rule...
When climate policy meets public conversation: Parliamentary perspectives on climate communication in the Americas and the Caribbean
December 12, 2025
For most people, climate change does not enter their lives through scientific reports or international negotiations. It shows up in everyday life: higher food prices, concerns about water quality, rising energy bills, or questions about whether climate policies will make life more expensive. That’s why the challenge for parliamentarians isn’t just passing climate laws—it’s explaining...
Strengthening parliamentary capacities through data to advance food security and gender equality
December 4, 2025
Advancing food security requires addressing the structural inequalities that shape people’s access to adequate food and nutrition. Unequal levels of income, land ownership, care responsibilities, and participation in decision-making for women and marginalized groups, combined with territorial disparities and other evolving social and environmental pressures, create complex obstacles to guaranteeing the human right to food....
ParlAmericas new parliamentary network to strengthen regional responses to evolving security challenges
November 28, 2025
In response to the increasingly complex security landscape in the Americas and the Caribbean, parliamentarians from across the Hemisphere convened in Panama City on November 27-28 for the First Gathering of the ParlAmericas Parliamentary Network on Security. The event, which was held in partnership with the National Assembly of Panama, served as the official launch...
Youth voices from across Colombia came together to propose action aimed at improving policy for young women
November 20, 2025
What happens when young leaders from across Colombia come together to reimagine politics? They bring fresh ideas, bold perspectives, and a commitment to shaping decisions today and for future generations. This was the spirit of Impacto Legislativo Joven – Colombia, an initiative hosted by ParlAmericas and the Congress of Colombia that convened more than 30 young...
Harnessing common ground: Advancing cooperation between Canada and Latin America
October 30, 2025
As the Americas navigate an era of profound global change, collaboration between Canada and Latin America stands as a key pathway to achieving enduring and responsible development that promotes shared prosperity and inclusive growth. With this vision, the Canadian Section of ParlAmericas (CPAM), in collaboration with the Group of Embassies of Latin American countries (GRULA), hosted the Third...
ParlAmericas stands in solidarity with those affected by Hurricane Melissa
October 29, 2025
ParlAmericas expresses its solidarity with the people and governments of the countries affected by Hurricane Melissa, which has resulted in loss of life, displacement, and widespread destruction across several parts of the Caribbean, in particular Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Cuba. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and our wishes...
Parliaments and the United Nations: A shared agenda for sustainable development
October 28, 2025
With less than five years remaining to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), an urgent question arises for Latin America and the Caribbean: how can effective implementation be accelerated through concrete policies that improve people’s lives? Although the region has made progress in integrating the SDGs into national development plans, persistent inequalities and growing challenges...
From mobility to inclusion: a regional perspective on migration governance
October 16, 2025
In the Americas and the Caribbean, human mobility crosses borders, communities, and generations, profoundly shaping the region's past, present, and future. Behind each displacement lie diverse motivations and factors, from deep socioeconomic inequalities to contexts of violence, environmental emergencies, and institutional fragility, which today constitute one of the greatest governance challenges in the hemisphere. When...
Reimagining resilience: Young women leading climate action and disaster response in the Caribbean
October 14, 2025
The Caribbean region is particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and disasters, including rising sea levels, more frequent and intense natural hazards, and shifts in water availability. These challenges threaten the region’s countries, populations, and sustainable development. However, their effects are not felt equally – certain groups face heightened vulnerability due to factors...