Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR)

The FP-ICGLR is an inter-parliamentary organization composed of 12 National Parliaments of the ICGLR Member States

[Women Peace Security Coalition Tanzania @wpscoalitiontz]

We echo the message of our Co-Convener and Co-Chair of the Women Peace Security Coalition Tanzania and a member of the Women Parliamentary Conference 2026 steering committee, Ms. @PetriderPaul

Ahead of the Women Parliamentary Conference 2026.

[UNDP Tanzania @undptz]

Yesterday, @undptz ResRep @Komatsubarasan1 welcomed @dmwaps (Executive Secretary, ICGLR Parliamentary Forum) to our Tanzania office.

See the following thread on what was on the agenda

[Petrider Paul @PetriderPaul]

I look forward to engaging with fellow leaders, policymakers, and advocates as we work together to build a more peaceful, secure and prosperous Great Lakes Region for present and future generations.

Registrations for the #WPC2026 Conference are now open : https://t.co/aKFsFxHJoP

[Petrider Paul @PetriderPaul]

Mama Dr. Gertrude Mongella is the epitome of women's leadership in Africa 🌍.

Her support for the Women Parliamentary Conference 2026, is a testament to her legacy and vision for inclusive leadership across the continent.

Learn more: https://t.co/aKFsFxHJoP
#WPC2026 #FPICGLR

[Petrider Paul @PetriderPaul]

I am pleased to share my message ahead of the Women Parliamentary Conference 2026, which will take place from 02–05 November 2026 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania convened by the Parliament of Tanzania ( @bunge_tz ) and @FPCIRGL.

[Dr. Deo Mwapinga @dmwaps]

I had the distinct honor of meeting Amb. Dr. Gertrude Ibengwe Mongella, Secretary-General of the Fourth United Nations World Conference on Women held in Beijing in 1995 and the first President of the Pan-African Parliament.

During our discussions, I shared the progress updates on the forthcoming Women Parliamentary Conference 2026, scheduled to take place from 02-05 November in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania , aimed at advancing women's political leadership and promoting inclusive governance for peace, security and sustainable development across Africa's Great Lakes Region.

I am grateful to receive her endorsement for the upcoming #WPC2026, Dr.Mongella’s support reinforces our shared commitment to empowering women as key architects of peace and progress. Together , we will continue to strengthen the voices of women leaders and foster meaningful dialogue that contributes to a more peaceful, prosperous and united Great Lakes Region.

#WPC2026 #FPICGLR #GreatLakesRegion

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

We are honored to share the news that the Women Parliamentary Conference 2026 has received the an endorsement of Dr. Gertrude Ibengwe Mongella for the upcoming Conference, scheduled to take place 02–05 November 2026 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

As a distinguished Tanzanian stateswoman, former parliamentarian and globally respected advocate for women's empowerment, Dr. Mongella brings a wealth of experience and an enduring legacy of advancing women's leadership, political participation, peacebuilding and sustainable development.

This significant endorsement follows a meeting with the Secretary General of the FP-ICGLR, Amb. Dr. Deo Mwapinga, her support comes at a pivotal moment and reinforces our shared commitment to empowering women as key architects of peace, stability, and progress across the Great Lakes Region.

We look forward to welcoming distinguished delegates, parliamentarians, policymakers and partners to the Women Parliamentary Conference 2026.

Learn more about the conference here : https://t.co/0iqhb6Ls3t

#WPC2026 #FPICGLR #GreatLakesRegion

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

80 Power Factors Defining a Legacy of Leadership, Service and Impact

Dr. Gertrude Ibengwe Mongella graciously shared a remarkable collection of 80 Power Factors Words with the Secretary General of the @FP-ICGLR, @dmwaps, the collection was presented to her on the occasion of her 80th birthday in 2025 , these powerful words stand as a testament to her dedication in advancing equality, empowering communities, strengthening institutions and inspiring generations of women and girls to lead with courage, vision and integrity.

As we continue to promote inclusive governance and sustainable development across the Great Lakes Region and beyond, Dr. Mongella's legacy reminds us that when women lead, societies prosper and peace is strengthened.

#WPC2026 #FPICGLR #GreatLakesRegion

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

On the sidelines of the meeting the Secretary General of FP-ICGLR, @dmwaps, toured the publication collection of Amb. Dr. Gertrude Ibengwe Mongella, her publications stands as a valuable repository of knowledge, leadership and public service, reflecting decades of dedication to advancing development, gender equality and regional cooperation

Throughout her distinguished career, she has held several senior leadership positions in the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania, including Former Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office, Former Head of the Social Services Department in Government, Former Minister for Lands, Tourism and Natural Resources and Former Minister Without Portfolio in the President’s Office.

Through these important roles, she contributed significantly to the development of national policies on social development, governance, natural resource management and public administration, leaving an enduring impact on the nation’s progress.

We commend Dr. Mongella for her exceptional contributions and reaffirm our commitment to preserving and promoting the intellectual and leadership legacy of Africa’s distinguished stateswomen for future generations.

#WPC2026 #FPICGLR #GreatLakesRegion

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

Benchmarking on the same meeting with HE Dr Getrude Mongella, the SG @dmwaps toured the library of Mama Mongella and witnessed a wealth of archival documents. Throughout her career, she has received numerous national and international honors in recognition of her stellar leadership and contributions to women's empowerment, governnance, peace building and development. #WPC #FPICGLR

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

The meeting between the Secretary General @dmwaps and Amb Dr Getrude Mongella, the former Secretary General of the 4th UN World Conference on Women held in Beijing, 1995 and also the first President of the Pan African Parliament. The discussio focused on advancing voices of women leaders to foster meaningful dialogue that contributes to a more peaceful, prosperous and united Great Lakes Region.

The forum is delighted to receive Dr Mongella's endorsement for the upcoming Women Parliamentary Conference to be held in Tanzania from 2-5, November, 2026. Her stellar records in promoting gender equality, peace building, and sustainable development makes #WPC an important gathering to amplify such important iniatives.

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

In Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the Secretary General @FPICGLR, @dmwaps met with Amb. Dr. Gertrude Ibengwe Mongella, the former Secretary-
General of the Fourth United Nations World Conference on Women held in Beijing in 1995 and the first President of the Pan-African Parliament.

The meeting aimed at advancing the forthcoming Women Parliamentary Conference 2026, scheduled to take place from 02-05 November 2026 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania , and strengthening women's political leadership and promoting inclusive governance for peace, security and sustainable development across Africa's Great Lakes Region. #WPC2026 #FPICGLR #GreatLakesRegion

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

More details:

https://t.co/rgoQb8Ixnz

[ACCORD @ACCORD_online]

📍#Nairobi
📅 3 - 4 June 2026

ACCORD is currently at the High-Level Strategic Meeting of the Advisory Board for #WPS in the Great Lakes Region.

Together with regional actors, civil society networks & development partners, we're exploring ways to strengthen peace efforts, elevate the voices & leadership of women and youth in peace processes & bridge the gap between community-led peacebuilding & high-level political processes.

As a partner organisation, ACCORD is honoured to contribute to these important conversations on building more inclusive approaches to peace, security & regional cooperation in the Great Lakes Region.

@UNOAU_ @HuangXia16 @Amb_Mulamula @SahleWorkZewde

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

At #WPC we insist on meaningful participation. 28% is where the foundation of this conversation starts.

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

@dmwaps We believe that this advisory board, regional peace facilitators, civil society networks, the UN, AU, @_ICGLR_, and us, forms a web of commitment and capability that when cordinated is formidable

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

SG @dmwaps speech during the High Level Advisory Board for WPS in Nairobi, Kenya: This high level stratetic meetingc came at an opportune time....our region have sufferred a lot. The solution to these enduring challenges needs paradigm shift.

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

@dmwaps The upcoming #WPC in Tanzania is coming to bridge the gap. Not as an isolated event, but as a structural contributor to the UNSC 1325 and #RAP on WPS.

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

@dmwaps As @FPCIRGL we believe that lasting peace cant be achieved without full, meaningful and equal participation of women in our parliaments, in our peace process and in our communities.

[Forum of Parliaments of ICGLR (FP-ICGLR) @FPCIRGL]

Our solutions needs a political will...needs accountability to get out of these challenges.