Leading by example, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Milton Dick discusses how he manages parliamentary debates and encourages respectful exchanges between #MPs in #Australia's parliament. Watch #IPU on air: Holding the Gavel🎥 ipu.org/onair

#IPU's #COP30 Parliamentary meeting will debate how, as #methane emissions continue to contribute to global warming, #parliaments can introduce non-CO2 gases through legislation, oversight and budgetary action. #Parliaments4thePlanet Find out more ➡️ipu.org/COP30

How can #MPs reduce vulnerability in conflict-affected States through flexible, predictable, and sustainable funding of humanitarian action? Access the #IPU/ICRC #IHL handbook for practical advice. ipu.org/IHLHB

#DYK that where single-sex delegations attend #IPU Assemblies on two consecutive occasions, their voting rights are reduced by 2 + the number of delegates allowed is reduced by 1? Read the International Gender Champions/ #IPU toolkit on Gender Responsive Assemblies ipu.org/GRA

With hundreds of #MPs and experts participating in #IPU151, our photographers have unique access to capture the event's many highlights. Take a look at some of the images captured during the last week at our 151st Assembly in Geneva.🇨🇭 ➡️ipu.org/151pics

International Humanitarian Law is there to save lives, alleviate suffering, and protect human dignity. This #IPU151, watch #IPU's video on IHL, and discover the five actions #MPs can take to implement #IHL in their #parliaments. ➡️youtube.com/shorts/yEiCDPJJOxM

At the 151st IPU Assembly, a delegation from the German Bundestag joins parliamentarians from around the world. In her speech, Member of the German Parliament Claudia Roth called for solidarity and the defense of humanitarian norms in times of crisis. #IPU151 @ipuparliament.bsky.social

Excited to be hosting this high-level parliamentary event on why #EducationInEmergencies is so crucial with @ipned.bsky.social at the @ipuparliament.bsky.social Assembly in Geneva today! #IPU151

The powerful effects of methane reduction and the role #parliaments can play in the process will be discussed at the #IPU151 Workshop: Triple Win: Protecting climate, health, and economy by cutting methane. Further details ipu.org/151#parliaments#IPU151#Parliaments4thePlanet

Niger has officially regained its seat in the #IPU after being suspended earlier this year after a 2023 military coup. The decision to readmit #Niger was confirmed during #IPU151, in the presence of the Speaker of Niger’s Advisory Council for the Refoundation (CCR). ipu.org/niger25

Today was an important day for the Inter-Parliamentary Union, as the last remaining national parliament of #Asia signed up to join the #IPU at the #IPU151 assembly. Welcome to #Brunei! Our 182nd Member Parliament! ipu.org/brunei

Not able to attend #IPU151? With the theme, Upholding humanitarian norms and supporting humanitarian action in times of crisis, watch live from Geneva, and add #IPU151 to your social posts to be part of the conversation! ipu.org/151

What is a parliamentarian's role in facilitating national implementation of International Humanitarian Law? Discover how different States promote #IHL via specific bodies, who is included in these Committees, and how they are funded. #IPU IFRC Handbook ipu.org/IHLHB

International humanitarian law governs the conduct of hostilities. #MPs are vital in ensuring funding is available to support the training of all actors who, in times of conflict, must defer to the rules + principles of #IHL. DL the #IPU IFRC Handbook ipu.org/IHLHB#MPs#IHL#IPU#IPU151

What are the challenges facing democracies in 2025? #IPU and @undp.org's roundtable will host two sessions on democratic resilience and effective oversight, and a conversation around ethical leadership. Register now for what promises to be an insightful meeting. ➡️ipu.org/SDP

Recognizing the need for climate-resilient agricultural practices, #G20 Speakers showed support for research on indigenous and biofortified crops during the #P20SouthAfrica #IPU Summit, and pledged to take action. Read the PR + access the outcome docs📑 ipu.org/11P20-PR

Ahead of #IPU151, discover what measures #MPs can take to build a comprehensive national legal framework for IHL, how to ensure #IHL is implemented, and what measures can be taken to ensure violations are punished. DL the IPU IFRC Handbook ipu.org/IHLHB

Across #parliaments, #AI is being embedded into processes and procedures, but at what rate and with what success? #IPU's dedicated resource, Parliamentary action on AI policy, looks at advances across Member Parliaments, and documents the range of initiatives on AI taking place. ipu.org/PA-AI#parliaments

#IPU's latest Innovation Tracker has updates from the IT Governance Hub and the Southern Africa Regional Hub, as well as dates for upcoming webinars. Get all the latest parliamentary #innovation news. ipu.org/innovation-tracker/issue-23

A positive outcome of the recent #P20 Summit was a commitment to mobilize investment in #RenewableEnergy, particularly in #Africa, and to building responsible supply chains for critical minerals. How will this translate through #parliaments? #IPU PR ipu.org/11P20-PR

60% of employees felt positive about introducing #AI tools to @ourcommonspace.bsky.social in May 2024, increasing to 74% in April 2025. #IPU's latest #Innovation Tracker explains how #Canada rolled out parliamentary AI tools within a human-centric framework. ipu.org/innovation-tracker/issue-23

Taking place under the auspices of the 11th #G20 Speakers' Summit, the inaugural #P20 Meeting of #YoungMPs urged greater #youth participation in politics, digital inclusion, and climate resilience. Read #IPU's PR 📑 ipu.org/11P20-PR

Following a knowledge-sharing workshop on virtual assistants organised by European Parliament, Diputadas y Diputados de Chile is leading the charge when it comes to parliamentary #AI innovation across Latin America. Discover more in #IPU's #Innovation Tracker 23 ipu.org/innovation-tracker/issue-23

#IPU spoke to Denis Naughten for our #Innovation Tracker #23 to understand how citizen science and human engagement can strengthen parliamentary engagement. From the "Bohm Dialogue" to the "fishbowl" method, discover more effective ways to communicate. ipu.org/innovation-tracker/issue-23

Ahead of the #IPU151 Assembly with its theme 'Upholding humanitarian norms and supporting humanitarian action in times of crisis,' we revisit some of IPU's relevant products. Download the #IPU and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency handbook for #MPs. ipu.org/sas

What's on this October at the #IPU? 🟧11th G20 Speakers' Summit Cape Town, South Africa 📅 01-03 October 🟧Strategic Actions towards A1 Governance 🖥️Online 📅8 October 🟧151st IPU Assembly and related meetings 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland 📅19-23 October ipu.org/events

Ahead of the #IPU151 Assembly with its theme 'Upholding humanitarian norms and supporting humanitarian action in times of crisis,' we revisit some of IPU's relevant products. Download the #IPU / @unhcr.org handbook #IHL ipu.org/prs

In 2024, 3.7B people across 72 countries had the chance to vote. It was an example of #democracy in action Find out more in @undp.org's #SDG16Report supported by #IPU data ➡️undp.org/publications/global-progress-report-sustainable-development-goal-16-indicators-peaceful-just-and-inclusive-societies

The #IPU + @parliamentofrsa.bsky.social's 11th G20 Speakers' Summit (P20) will host four high-level sessions on disaster resilience, debt sustainability, mobilizing finance, + harnessing critical minerals for sustainable development. 📍Cape Town, SA 📅 1-3 October ipu.org/11PTO

📢LAST CALL! Register now for tomorrow's side event of the #UNGA as part of the #WYDE Leadership initiative, where the #IPU will be examining the under-representation of young, indigenous and minority #women in #parliament. 📅25 September ipu.org/event/no-wom...

2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration + Platform for Action, the global blueprint for gender equality. During the HL Week at the @UN_PGA, #IPU will host an event for #MPs to discuss parliamentary engagement around #genderequality. ipu.org/UNPGA25

With progress on women’s representation in #parliaments stalling, and a rollback of women’s rights in some countries, the need for urgent, collective action has never been greater. This #DemocracyDay, will your parliament support #IPU's gender campaign? ipu.org/AbA

✅Transparent ✅Responsive ✅Representative ✅Participatory ✅Inclusive ✅Effective ✅Accountable 7️⃣ targets for democratic parliaments Ahead of #DemocracyDay, discover the #IPU's Indicators for democratic parliaments ipu.org/indicators

The #IPU is following with concern the unrest in #Nepal, especially the attacks on Parliament. Attacks on public institutions and private property are unacceptable and undermine the foundations of #democracy. Read the full statement www.ipu.org/news/stateme...

This September, #MPs both young and more senior will convene in #Peru for the 11th #IPU Global Conference of #YoungMPs, hosted by Congreso del Perú, to consider global advancement of #genderequality. Registration and event details ipu.org/11YMPs

#Bahrain is leading the way when it comes to green action in parliament, having received ISO certification for environmental management! #IPU congratulates Bahrain on its green initiatives, inc new solar panels in Council buildings and expansion of green spaces. #Parliaments4thePlanet ipu.org/BH25

First launched in 2021 by @camaradeputados.bsky.social and @europarl.europa.eu, #IPU's Transforming Parliaments webinar series covers a range of topics, including #AI governance and open data in #parliaments, building a digital strategy and much more. More info ipu.org/TPWS

#MPs will hear from their more youthful colleagues on the challenges they face, while #YoungMPs will benefit from the experience of age, at the 11th Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians this September in Peru. What's on the agenda? Find out more ipu.org/11YMPs

Have you tuned into #IPU's latest round of podcasts? Listen to Holding the Gavel: Behind the role of the Speaker with @sverigesriksdag.bsky.social's Andreas Norlen, #Namibia's Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila + #Malta's Angelo Farrugia. player.captivate.fm/collection/fac77c1a-9998-41da-b161-d8366a093790

From #AI transcription ideas for small #parliaments, promoting #multilateralism through digital trade, the 11th IPU Global Conference of #YoungMPs, and IPU's Parliamentary Meeting at the United Nations, September is a busy month for the #IPU! Latest event info ipu.org/events

Nataliya Kiselova, President of the National Assembly of #Bulgaria, spoke to the #IPU as part of our 2025 Achieving #genderequality, action by action campaign, about why gender equality in #parliaments matters and her journey as a Woman MP. Watch🎥 youtube.com/shorts/ST3pi5tqalw

The 11th IPU Global Conference of #YoungMPs, hosted by #Peru in Lima, will examine the theme, Uniting Generations for Gender Equality, reflecting #IPU's 2025 focus on #genderequality. Discover the programme and register ipu.org/11YMPs

Leading committees is an integral part of a Speaker's role, as is knowing when to speak, and when to listen. Listen to the Speaker of #Sweden's parliament, Andreas Norlen discuss parliamentary diplomacy at the House of #Parliaments last month. 🎙️Behind the Gavel #IPU on air 11 ipu.org/onair

This week, #parliaments will attend the 2025 #IPU Interregional Seminar on the Achievement of the #SDGs for #Parliaments of Developing Countries, in Beijing, China, to discuss opportunities to accelerate SDG implementation through parliamentary cooperation. Find out more ipu.org/SDGsIR25

"I like politics because of the impact you make on people's lives through participation in law-making." Discover why Parliament of #Nambia Speaker, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, has dedicated years to public service, and how well #WomenMPs are represented in Namibia. youtu.be/SwwREKn7yXI

Stronger inter-parliamentary exchanges for better achievement of the #SDGs is the theme of the Interregional Seminar on the Achievement of the SDGs for Parliaments of Developing Countries, taking place in Beijing, China, from 28 August. Event details ipu.org/SDGsIR25

In #IPU's interview with the Speaker of #Zambia's Parliament, Nelly Mutti, discover how the National Assembly is working to become more gender equal, with practical measures including the addition of a creche, as well as legislative change to embrace #genderequality. youtu.be/8mOLEyZwnVs

Yesterday was #WorldHumanitarianDay. Learn about #IPU's Committee to Promote Respect for International Humanitarian Law, which advocates for the protection of citizens and combatants in conflict around the world through the ratification of relevant laws. #IHL ipu.org/CIHL

During the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament, the #IPU caught up with the Speaker of the Parliament of #Namibia, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, to hear about the process of creating a more gender balanced parliament. Listen to our podcast, IPU on air 10 #genderequality ipu.org/onair

#IPU's Parliamentary actions on #AI policy is updated monthly, giving a global snapshot of #artificialintelligence adoption across the parliamentary community. Find out how your parliament is crafting and refining AI-related legislation. ipu.org/PA-AI