With just 2.8% of youth under 30 represented in parliaments, + ahead of the 12th IPU Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians, access the "Youth participation in national parliaments: 2025" report to appreciate why we need more youth voices in politics. ipu.org/YP25

How does the IPU support resilient and innovative parliaments? The IPU Centre for Innovation in Parliament helps parliaments navigate and harness new technology and understand how best to use it. Could your parliament benefit from such support? ipu.org/supporting-resilient-and-innovative-parliaments

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

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Whatever you know today could be out of date tomorrow; such is the speed at which #AI is advancing.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

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

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

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

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

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

Anda Filip of Romania has been elected IPU Secretary General during a secret ballot involving some 321 MPs from 126 countries. With four female candidates on the ballot, Anda Filip was elected after 1 round of voting, winning 72% of the vote. ipu.org/NewIPUSG

Today marks the first day of the #IPU152 General Debate hosted by @tbmmresmi.bsky.social as #MPs + experts discuss: "Nurturing hope, securing peace, and ensuring justice for future generations." Join the conversation by adding #IPU152 to your social messages ipu.org/152

The Forum of Women Parliamentarians has convened today during the #IPU152 IPU Assembly to discuss the rise in conflicts and the pushback of the rights of women and girls in some countries of the world. What else is on the agenda? Watch live ipu.org/152

This year, the #IPU marks the 50th anniversary of its Committee on the Human Rights of Parliamentarians, a unique body defending lawmakers facing persecution worldwide. Commemorating this achievement, watch live from #IPU152 ipu.org/152