Parliamentarians for Global Action

10/10/2026

On this October 10, the 26th World Day Against the Death Penalty focuses on humanizing individuals affected by the death penalty, under the theme “Stories for Life.”

Our members — Hon. Miller from Jamaica, Hon. Chaudhry from Pakistan, and Hon. Vuanga from the Democratic Republic of the Congo — shared how this theme resonates with them.

Read the full statement on PGA’s website:
https://f.mtr.cool/cpmzk8qhfm


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10/09/2026

We are so proud of Dr. Navanethem "Navi" Pillay, lawyer, who was awarded the 2026 today for her exceptional efforts to promote peace and international law. 🕊️

She has been a pioneer in advancing legal frameworks and prosecuting war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide. ⚖️

The Norwegian Nobel Committee's recognition comes at a highly relevant moment as and the rule of law are under attack. As the Committee stated, "An international legal system in which war criminals are held to account and the victims of abuse see justice served is a precondition for a peaceful world." https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/peace/2026/pillay/facts/

PGA honored her work at the Consultative Assembly of Parliamentarians on the International Criminal Court and the Rule of Law (CAP-ICC) in 2014, presenting her with the Award for her distinguished work as the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights from 2008 to 2014: https://www.pgaction.org/news/19th-pga-annual-defender-of-democracy-awards.html

Today, she serves as a judge of the International Court of Justice in the case of The Gambia v . We are elated to see her continued work recognized. Congratulations, Dr. Pillay! 👏

📸 Photo with Dr. Pillay and PGA staff in Rabat, Morocco, in December 2014.

10/08/2026

🇺🇦 “Behind every one of these figures is a victim, a family, and a fundamental question—can international law deliver accountability when its most basic rules are violated on such a scale? Ukraine is working to make sure that it can.” - Галина Михайлюк

Hon. Galyna Mykhailiuk (Member of Parliament of , and Executive Committee Member of Parliamentarians for Global Action) and Ms. Frederika Schweighoferova (Director of the International Law and Human Rights Program of PGA) are currently attending the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Arusha, Tanzania.

🗣️ At yesterday’s panel discussion, “Beyond commitments for peace,” Hon. Mykhailiuk emphasized the urgent need to enforce international humanitarian law and protect amid the ongoing Russian invasion. Ukraine has documented over 225,000 alleged war crimes, including thousands of civilian casualties and unlawful deportations and forced transfers of children.

At the international level, Ukraine has ratified the and is strengthening cooperation with the International Criminal Court - ICC. Despite immense challenges, Ukraine is collaborating with international partners, strengthening national and international accountability mechanisms, and working to restore for victims. ⚖️

10/01/2026

🇺🇳 At the UN General Assembly last week, the President of Naoero announced that Naoero would officially withdraw from the .

The Presidency of the Assembly of States Parties expressed concern regarding Naoero’s withdrawal and urged it to remain a State Party.

👉 Read all updates from September: https://www.pgaction.org/news/international-justice/ij-2026-september.html

10/01/2026

Congratulations to 🇸🇨 Seychelles & PGA Executive Committee member Bernard Georges on the accession to the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime! Seychelles becomes the 83rd Party to the Convention on Cybercrime,

On 17 September 2026, the Republic of Seychelles acceded to the Convention on Cybercrime (ETS 185). With Seychelles' accession, 83 States are now Parties, two have signed it and 12 have been...

10/01/2026

Last week, PGA staff participated in both the United Nations General Assembly High Level Week and New York City Climate Week, attending various events and meeting with many partners and new friends. 🤝

We even got to meet with a few current and former PGA members who were in New York either as part of official delegations representing their country or showcasing their parliamentarian leadership. 🌍

It was a wonderful week full of important conversations and timely topics and we’re happy to have strengthened connections and began new relationships for the betterment of the world and the advancement of democracy. 💪

Did you attend UNGA or Climate Week last week? What did you think? 🤔

09/29/2026

During our Annual Forum in Mexico City in March of this year, we announced Jonathan Mesulam, Founder and Coordinator of the West Coast Development Foundation in Papua New Guinea, as the recipient of PGA’s 2026 Defender of Democracy Award. 🏆

Jonathan was set to join us in Mexico City 🇲🇽 until his travel was unexpectedly interrupted, and so we embarked on a quest to get the Defender of Democracy Award to him in Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬 all the way from PGA’s HQ in New York City. 🌆

Thanks to the United States Postal Service and the Papua New Guinea postal services, the Defender of Democracy Award reached Jonathan Mesulam today - on his birthday! 🎉

PGA is delighted to finally recognize the efforts of Jonathan and his entire community in Papua New Guinea properly, with the acceptance of the Award.

Congratulations, Jonathan, and thank you for all you do to defend human rights and the environment. 🩵

Please join us in the comments in wishing Jonathan a happy birthday and congratulating him on being PGA’s 2026 Defender of Democracy!

09/29/2026

PGA convenes legislators from 🇹🇴 Tonga, 🇹🇻 Tuvalu, 🇻🇺 Vanuatu, 🇨🇰 Cook Islands, 🇼🇸Samoa, and 🇫🇯 Fiji to promote nuclear security in Pacific Islands, especially by bringing women decision-makers into the conversation. Thanks to Global Affairs Canada for their support!

09/22/2026

International justice is a cornerstone of peace, human dignity, and the rule of law. It requires sustained commitment and protection to counteract a growing global culture of impunity.

As a member of the Global Initiative Against Impunity, PGA has helped uphold and strengthen . Browse some of the achievements from 2023-2025 and read the full Impact Snapshot on our website: https://www.pgaction.org/news/international-justice-day-2026.html

🔍 Explore 600+ advocacy, legal, and media resources and a calendar of events on international justice and accountability at https://makingjusticework.org/en/

CIVIL RIGHTS DEFENDERS Coalition for the International Criminal Court ECCHR - European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights Impunity Watch FIDH - International Federation for Human Rights Redress TRIAL International Women's Initiatives for Gender Justice

09/14/2026

"The safest world we could build is a world where the rules-based order prevails," says Hon. Amanza Walton-Desir - Forward Guyana Movement, Member of Parliament of Guyana. 🇬🇾

Parliamentarians are uniquely positioned to support systems and ensure the world's most serious crimes are never left unpunished.

🤝 Join us to protect the integrity of the system.