About GCPG
The Genève Center for Parliamentary Governance (GCPG) is an independent think tank devoted to the comparative study of parliaments, legislative procedure and the quality of law-making.
Our Vision
Strengthening parliamentary governance worldwide through independent research, comparative analysis, and capacity-building for legislatures committed to transparency, accountability, and democratic representation.
Our Mission
From Geneva we work with assemblies, universities, and international organisations to produce rigorous research, practical guidance, and executive training that strengthen legislative institutions.
Geneva Hub
Leveraging Geneva's position as a global center of diplomacy and normative expertise, GCPG links international standards with parliamentary practice across diverse legal traditions.
Legal Status & Governance Framework
GCPG is constituted as an independent, non-partisan, non-profit association of private law under Articles 60 and following of the Swiss Civil Code, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
Foundational Principles & Statutes
Legislative assemblies are fundamental infrastructures of democratic representation and public governance.
Improving legislative technique, regulatory impact assessment, and normative drafting clarity.
Promoting executive accountability, budgetary scrutiny, and financial committee effectiveness.
Applying comparative interdisciplinary methodologies to legislative studies globally.