The recent murder of former UK parliamentarian Ann Widdecombe is a stark reminder of the dangers facing public figures. A recent IPU report reveals more about political violence against lawmakers by the general public. Find out more: ipu.org/PVAP
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Based on a survey of over 500 MPs, the #IPU reveals that 71% of MPs who responded have experienced violence by the public. What are the consequences for democracy and #humanrights? "When the Public Turns Hostile: Political Violence against MPs." ipu.org/PVAP
Young people are particularly vulnerable to online misinformation and digital threats. How can we keep them safe and protect their rights? Safeguarding digital rights will be a topic at the 12th IPU Conference of #YoungMPs in September. Find out more ipu.org/12GCYP
Parliaments play a vital role in advancing the SDGs. At the 12th IPU Global Conference of #YoungMPs, a Special Open Session will spotlight how young MPs are driving parliamentary engagement for the SDGs. Register now: ipu.org/12GCYP
Whatever you know today could be out of date tomorrow; such is the speed at which #AI is advancing. Dr Andrei Baciu of Romania outlines the issues facing lawmakers in the newest episode of the #IPU's podcast series "IPU on air". Listen now ipu.org/onair
July 17 is the World Day for #InternationalJustice. The #IPU's Committee on the #HumanRights of Parliamentarians defends #MPs who are in trouble around the world. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, discover more about this unique international body ipu.org/CHRP
Violence against women in politics (#VAWP) is rising globally. The #IPU and @undp.org have released a report detailing the issue and highlighting good practices from parliaments, including @senadomexicano.bsky.social Download the new report: ipu.org/VAWiP_IPU-UNDP
Despite terrorism remaining a threat to global peace and security, there is still no universally accepted definition under international law. The #IPU's new guide, "Defining terrorism: Challenges and approaches," provides some answers for parliaments. ipu.org/defining-terrorism
Mexico’s “Ley Olimpia” shows the power of victims of online abuse turning their experience into transformative change. Thanks to @Mx_Diputados 🇲🇽, digital violence is now a crime. Which other #parliaments are acting against sexualized deep fakes? ipu.org/NCII
Globally, 59.9% of women with internet access have personally experienced some form of technology-facilitated gender-based violence. What can #parliaments do to stem the production of this online abuse? #IPU's new publication offers guidelines ipu.org/NCIIGuide
1/ Today is the International Day of Parliamentarism. It marks the anniversary of the founding of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (@ipuparliament.bsky.social) in 1889. It's a day to remind ourselves that democracies depend not just on strong parliaments, but on informed citizens. buff.ly/Ol7XIpV
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As tech companies continue to make profit, there is little commercial incentive for them to intervene in cases of #deepfake imagery online. Parliaments, however, are better positioned to demand the responsible use of AI. Read #IPU's latest news: ipu.org/NCII
Parliaments around the world will celebrate the International Day of Parliamentarism + the 137th anniversary of the IPU on 30 June 2026 under the theme "Bring Human Rights into Focus". What is your parliament planning for #ParliamentDay? ipu.org/member-events-international-day-parliamentarism-2026
🕊️ Thanks to everyone who joined us last week at our dialogue on building a new global alliance for peace, working across borders, across sectors and across faiths. 🤝 @ipuparliament.bsky.social I @una-uk.bsky.social I OHCHR I Globethics I UK Embassy to the Holy See #peace #diplomacy
As the IPU enters a new chapter with its first female Secretary General, Anda Filip, taking over from Martin Chungong on 1 /7/26, we continue to build on a legacy shaped by visionary leaders committed to peace, parliamentary diplomacy + stronger democratic institutions worldwide. ipu.org/10IPUSGs
🗨️ 'Every human life is sacred...every human life has value.' Last week we hosted a dialogue on the urgent need to re-imagine #peace, launching a new global collaboration on peacebuilding. 👇 🤝 @ipuparliament.bsky.social I @una-uk.bsky.social I OHCHR I Globethics I UK Embassy to the Holy See
Human rights. Democratic freedoms. The safety of those who speak on behalf of others. The #IPU's Bring Human Rights into Focus campaign is a call to action for MPs everywhere: to bring human rights back into the light - and to keep them there. ipu.org/humanrights
Michel Régis Onanga M. Ndiaye Officiel, Président de l'Assemblée nationale Gabon explique pourquoi le Comité des droits de l'homme des parlementaires de l'UIP, qui célèbre son 50e anniversaire cette année, demeure plus essentiel que jamais. youtube.com/shorts/H8HDLMjDq90
With only 18% of the 169 SDG targets met, IPU SG, Martin Chungong, asked #NextUNSG candidates, @rebecagrynspan.bsky.social @mfespinosaec.bsky.social and Michelle Bachelet, how they propose to bring the SDGs back on track, and what role for parliaments. youtu.be/-IzeXpw5mck?si=Bg3epw1NojqFwRJG
In the lead-up to the #FIFAWorld Cup, we look at football's power to inspire beyond the pitch and into the political arena where some of the game's greatest stars have gone on to shape public life, including George Weah and @kakhakaladze.bsky.social ipu.org/pitch-to-politics
Anne Kristine Linnestad (H) er i Beograd der hun deltar på en konferanse for kvinnelige parlamentarikere i regi av @ipuparliament.bsky.social. – Likestilling og like muligheter mellom menn og kvinner er ikke virkeligheten i alle parlamenter. Derfor er denne konferansen så viktig, sier hun.
The #IPU Cremer-Passy Prize honours parliamentarians advancing peace, democracy & #humanrights. The 2026 award will focus on exceptional human rights leadership. Has your geopolitical group nominated a candidate? Find out more: ipu.org/prize
How can parliaments protect youth in the digital era? Join us for a seminar on: • Child safety online • Social media regulation • AI & electoral integrity ipu.org/HR_DigitalEra
From Comoros to Tonga to Mongolia, real progress was reached on global security in 2025. With support from the IPU, these countries advanced key disarmament treaties. Find out more in the IPU's new Impact Report 📑 ipu.org/IR25
With many women in Austria affected by deepfake AI-generated images, the Austrian Parliament has made it illegal for men to send unsolicited pornographic images. How is your parliament addressing the nefarious uses of #AI? Watch the latest interview with @disoski.bsky.social youtu.be/UJj97XvYRvw
A conversation with... Meri Disoski, MP, Austria
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How do MPs find consensus on tough issues? UK MP Chris Law recounts how, after 156 amendments and 3 days of talks, parliamentarians agreed on language for a two-State solution in an #IPU resolution on Israel and Palestine. Watch: youtu.be/YO-1nS3HymA?si=inf_r4NAnpwLIGw-
A Conversation with... Chris Law, MP, United Kingdom
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Chad’s 2025 elections, the first in over a decade, mark a major step back to parliamentary democracy after 3 years of transition. How has the #IPU supported #Chad 🇹🇩 on the road to #democracy? Read the IPU's new Impact Report ipu.org/IR25
Welcome news from the #Brunei Legislative Council, which has endorsed the #IPU's Common Principles, designed to guide the development of parliaments. Brunei joins 162 other national parliaments that have signed up. What about your parliament? ipu.org/principles
The IPU Global Conference of Women Parliamentarians will take place from 2-4 June in Belgrade, #Serbia, hosted by Narodna skupština Republike Srbije, uniting MPs to advance gender equality, women's rights & empowerment. Find out more: youtu.be/g14tFOidv9c?si=fLtfpEZ3eFpV7vOF
With the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace being marked today, discover the Istanbul Declaration, agreed during #IPU152 under the theme "Nurturing hope, securing #peace and ensuring justice for future generations." ipu.org/152
