Dear Members and Friends,
As 2024, a super election year, comes to a close, the need for determined parliamentary action to address the rise in conflicts and armed violence has never been more pressing. Global parliamentary action is more vital than ever to contribute to human security and sustainable development. With over one billion Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) in circulation worldwide, 45% of violent deaths in 2021—equating to 260,000—were caused by firearms, with 236,000 of the victims being men and 22,000 being women. *
This pivotal year has underscored the crucial role of parliamentarians in preventing SALW-related violence to build more peaceful and sustainably developed societies globally. Now, more than ever, parliamentary leadership is essential in addressing complex social, economic, and environmental challenges to promote sustainable development and human security.
The Parliamentary Forum on Small Arms and Light Weapons (the Forum) is the only membership-based organisation gathering parliamentarians globally across party-political lines, specifically related to the reduction and prevention of SALW-related violence. It is an organisation constituted by parliamentarians, for parliamentarians, working for sustainable development, human security and peacebuilding.
The Forum warmly welcomes you to join our efforts to promote human security and sustainable development globally through the prevention and reduction of SALW-related violence. Your support is highly appreciated in a time where many organisations are facing challenges as a result of a more complex world along with shifting donor priorities.
You are welcome to contribute to our work by giving a donation**. Small or big, all contributions make a difference and are highly appreciated! Donations can be made using channels enabling swift and secure donations by both Swish (for Swedish residents) and Donorbox.
This December 2024, join us in spreading the spirit of peace and goodwill! As a heartfelt thank you for your support, we will send you an electronic Christmas card, perfect for sharing with loved ones. For Swedish residents donating via Swish, simply include your email address in the message field to receive your card. To ensure delivery before Christmas, please make your donation by December 19, 2024. Your generosity brings us one step closer to a more peaceful world this holiday season!
Thank you very much in advance!
Warm regards and happy holidays,
The Secretariat of the Parliamentary Forum on Small Arms and Light Weapons.
*According to statistics from Small Arms Survey 2021.
**All revenues and expenses are audited annually by an independent external auditor.