The forum exists in order to provide a space for the exchange of information related to the capacities, intentions, policies and activities of governments, organizations and persons involved in, or concerned about, the pursuit of African unity and self-determination.

The forum is for anyone interested in understanding how Pan African efforts relate to the developments and crises in Africa, and is open to anyone who wants to engage constructively in addressing African parliamentary supremacy, democracy and federalism in practical ways. Use the forum to organize activities and petitions, and to promote constructive policies.

The forum is open to the public and anyone can post messages. Forum members are encouraged to adhere to a parliamentary process of debate, entailing all the usual decorum and civil discourse and procedures whenever applicable.