About Us
The Parliamentarians for Jerusalem and Palestine Association is an institution founded on October 15, 2015, at the initiative of parliamentarians supporting the Palestinian cause. Headquartered in Istanbul, it now comprises some 1,500 current and former legislators from around the world. Its executive board includes members from Palestine, Turkey, Yemen, Jordan, Algeria, Kuwait, Italy, Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Colombia, Senegal, South Africa, Nigeria, and Brazil. The Association’s mission is to forge a broad parliamentary movement in support of the Palestinian right to freedom and the establishment of an independent state with Jerusalem as its capital. It does so by uniting parliamentary efforts and developing mechanisms to serve Jerusalem and Palestine within national legislatures and legal institutions, in accordance with United Nations resolutions and the human-rights principles enshrined in international law and custom. The Association holds observer status in the Council of Member States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Pan-African Parliament, the Global Organization of Parliamentarians Against Corruption, the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union, and the Asian Parliamentary Assembly.
Message of the Association
The Parliamentarians for Jerusalem and Palestine Association aims to unite the efforts of parliamentarians worldwide in support of the Palestinian right to freedom and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state, with Jerusalem as its rightful capital. The association serves as a platform for dialogue and coordination between current and former parliamentarians to strengthen legislative and diplomatic backing for the Palestinian cause, relying on United Nations resolutions and internationally recognized human rights principles. It also develops legal and organizational mechanisms to enhance parliamentary cooperation in international forums, ensuring that collective efforts pave the way for justice and fairness for the Palestinian people.
Vision
The Association envisions that achieving peace and justice in the Palestinian issue requires:
Complete international recognition of the national rights of the Palestinian people, including the right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent state.
A transformative shift in international policies that guarantees adherence to United Nations resolutions and the principles of human rights at every legislative and political level.
The creation of a cohesive global parliamentary network that reflects the diversity and depth of political dialogue, and which works on practical solutions to ensure continuous international support for the Palestinian cause.
Achieving justice for Jerusalem, recognizing it as the vital core of the Palestinian national identity and historical heritage.
goals
The Association envisions that achieving peace and justice in the Palestinian issue requires:
Complete international recognition of the national rights of the Palestinian people, including the right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent state.
A transformative shift in international policies that guarantees adherence to United Nations resolutions and the principles of human rights at every legislative and political level.
The creation of a cohesive global parliamentary network that reflects the diversity and depth of political dialogue, and which works on practical solutions to ensure continuous international support for the Palestinian cause.
Achieving justice for Jerusalem, recognizing it as the vital core of the Palestinian national identity and historical heritage.
Our Values
Independence
We pledge to uphold sovereign decision-making, free from any external influence, so that our positions arise solely from parliamentary conscience and safeguard Palestinian dignity and rights under legal and humanitarian principles.
Justice
We affirm that justice is the bedrock of our mission. We therefore draft and support legislation that enshrines equality and secures the national and cultural rights of the Palestinian people.
International Solidarity
We view parliamentary solidarity on the Palestinian cause as a vital bridge for strengthening support. We strive to build a global network that shares expertise and resources to generate a powerful collective impact.
Transparency and Accountability
We commit to full disclosure of our proceedings and the regular publication of detailed reports, bearing direct responsibility before parliamentary bodies and the international community.
Commitment to International Law and UN Resolutions
Our legal foundations rest upon international treaties and United Nations resolutions. Every initiative we undertake strictly adheres to the framework of international law and universally recognized human-rights standards.
Diversity and Inclusion
We recognize that our Association’s true strength lies in the diversity of its membership. We actively encourage participation from parliamentarians of varied backgrounds to ensure a comprehensive and balanced dialogue.
Mutual Respect
We uphold mutual respect as the cornerstone of our parliamentary discourse. Our debates are grounded in the appreciation of differing views and the exchange of expertise, while always preserving human dignity and freedom of expression.
Professionalism and Excellence
We are committed to the highest standards of parliamentary and diplomatic practice, striving to achieve tangible, sustainable outcomes that elevate the cause of Palestine on the global stage.
