Activity and References

Thematic Bibliography for P20 - Parliaments for a Just World and a Sustainable Planet - P20 / 2024

Compiled a comprehensive bibliography on these topics, divided into four sections: 1. Reducing hunger, poverty, and inequality worldwide; 2. Socioenvironmental development and a just, inclusive ecological transition; 3. More equitable governance of international trade; and 4. Addressing natural and man-made disasters and humanitarian precariousness.

Social Inclusion, Combating Hunger and Poverty

Given the Brazilian National Congress's efforts in combating hunger, poverty, and inequality, a compilation of legislative matters has been created to reflect the commitment of the national Legislative Power to ensuring full citizenship. In this context, access the compiled information here to learn more about how the Brazilian Parliament has been fighting for policies of social transformation throughout our history.

  • The importance of fighting hunger for Brazilian democracy;
  • Income Transfer Programs in Brazil: a brief history;
  • The Brazilian Parliament and different approaches aimed at combating inequality.

Three Dimensions of Sustainable Development (Economic, Social, and Environmental)

Considering the Brazilian National Congress's role in building public policies for sustainable development, a compilation of actions has been made to demonstrate Brazil's commitment to a green economy. To learn more about this topic, access some of these initiatives here.

  • Historical origins of the concept of sustainable development;
  • Nature as an integral part of development;
  • Different approaches by the Brazilian Parliament.

Global Governance

Globalization and the spread of information through the internet have required Parliaments, as a whole, to act jointly in the search for cooperation that ensures voices from different parts of the world are heard. In light of this challenge, a compilation has been created to demonstrate the commitment of the Brazilian National Congress to the creation of intergovernmental policies and institutions. To learn more, access it here.

  • The concept of global governance: a long historical process;
  • The challenges of global governance;
  • Different approaches by the Brazilian Congress.