This session is the official launch event for 'Parliamentarians for the Global Goals', a new initiative for and by parliamentarians who work on SDG implementation as they play a crucial role in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda — as legislators, holding governments accountable, as representatives and as the link between the multilateral/regional spheres and the people. ...

New technologies are changing how democracies around the world function. Such technologies present clear opportunities to make governance institutions more open and participatory, though they also expose governments and legislatures to a range of new challenges. ...

During this session, panelists will discuss strategies for advancing parliamentary openness, including endorsement of the Declaration on Parliamentary Openness and development of parliamentary openness action plans. Panelists will also consider the role that collaboration with civil society plays in strengthening parliamentary openness. ...