ParlAmericas – the network of the national legislatures of member states of the Organization of American States (OAS) – serves as an independent forum for parliamentarians of the Americas committed to cooperative political dialogue and participation in the inter-American system. Since 2001, ParlAmericas has created a supportive professional community for parliamentarians through regional forums, training opportunities, year-round discussions, and follow-up actions. ParlAmericas is a space to share experiences and best practices on issues of hemispheric concern and to strengthen the ties between the countries of the hemisphere through parliamentary diplomacy.
ParlAmericas is managed by parliamentarians for parliamentarians, with a current board of directors comprising 18 parliamentarians representing 16 member legislatures from North, South, and Central America and the Caribbean.
ABOUT PARLAMERICAS
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"As Speaker, it is my belief that the very essence of parliamentary diplomacy is about building relationships with colleagues in other countries. These partnerships can form the basis for exploring enhanced relations between countries and peoples. They can also serve to deepen the diplomatic relations that already exist. From experience, I know that what we learn through inter-Parliamentary meetings, like those convened through ParlAmericas, is immensely valuable in helping us make better decisions in our respective parliaments. I am confident that our exchanges through ParlAmericas will continue to enrich us all."
Andrew Scheer,
Speaker of the House of Commons, Canada