• Local Response to Migration and Refugees Course

    Key information Course Date: (Face-to-face)26 October - 30 October 2026 Location:The Hague, The Netherlands Fee:€2,950 Introduction Worldwide more than 120 million people have been forced to leave their homes due to conflicts, violence, fear of persecution and human rights violations. There has been a remarkable increase in the number of people that have been displaced […]

  • UNPO’s Symbolic Return to The Hague, Thirty-Five Years on: Register Now for the 2026 Conference on Self-Determination

    The Hague Tech Waldorpstraat 5, Den Haag, Netherlands

    As UNPO marks its 35th anniversary, the organisation is returning to The Hague, where it was founded at the Peace Palace in 1991, to host the second edition of its international conference on “Re-imagining Self-Determination” from 27-28 August 2026. Building directly on UNPO’s 2025 gathering in Madeira and its outcome report, Reimagining Self-Determination for a […]

  • Grand Challenge Accepted 2026

    Spui 5, TU Delft The Hague

    27 August 2026 12:00 till 22:00 Location: Vierde verdieping, Universiteitscampus Spui Special edition of The Handshake by The Hague Humanity Hub and thesis conference from MSc Engineering and Policy Analysis Grand Challenge Accepted will be hosted at TU Delft | Campus The Hague. This is the ninth thesis conference and graduation celebration from the TU […]

  • Changemakers’ Friday

    The Hague Humanity Hub Fluwelen Burgwal 58, Den Haag, ZH, Netherlands

    Changemakers’ Friday  Join our monthly gathering for anyone working on initiatives for a better world. Hosted at The Hague Humanity Hub together with We Are Changemakers, the day offers a relaxed mix of coworking, peer exchange, practical learning, expert support, and community connection. It is designed for people working on ideas or organisations with social […]

  • Conference: ‘The essence of childhood has been destroyed’

    UN report on Israel’s deliberate targeting of Palestinian children in the Occupied Palestinian Territory since 7 October 2023   Background  The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and Israel (Commission of Inquiry) has published a new report on violations against Palestinian children since 7 October 2023. The report presents grave findings concerning […]

  • Opening of the Academic Year of Leiden University!

    Amare Spuiplein 150, Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands

    A historic moment for Leiden University This year we are making history. For the first time in over 451 years of Leiden University’s existence, we will open the academic year in The Hague: for 25 years now our second university city, where a quarter of our students study and more than five hundred colleagues work. […]

  • ISS Leadership Programme

    International Institute of Social Sciences Kortenaerkade 12, Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands

    Lead with impact in a changing global landscape Global challenges are becoming more complex, while funding and support for international cooperation are increasingly under pressure. This raises urgent questions for organizations working in development: how do you prepare for an uncertain future, and how can you effectively integrate the latest social science insights into your […]

  • Your Mission, Your Voice Workshop

    The Hague Humanity Hub Fluwelen Burgwal 58, Den Haag, ZH, Netherlands

    A hands-on workshop on core message clarity and ethical AI use. How do you explain what your organisation does in one clear sentence? For most NGO professionals, that sentence is harder to write than it sounds. Whether you're speaking to a potential partner, funder, or colleague, having a clear and compelling message matters. This workshop […]

  • Community Drinks: AI & Humanity; Navigating Technology, Ethics, and Society

    The Hague Humanity Hub Fluwelen Burgwal 58, Den Haag, ZH, Netherlands

    Connect, share & learn about what different organisations are doing to make the world more peaceful and sustainable at the Community Drinks. What if your next game-changing connection is just a drink away? Join us for Community Drinks to wind down around a glass, make new connections, and get inspired by the spotlights of the […]

  • Project Management in the Public Sector Course

    Key information Course Date: (Face-to-face)22 September - 25 September 2026  Location:The Hague, The Netherland  Fee:€1,845 Introduction Effecting change in the public sector is complex. Projects take place in dynamic political environments, where priorities shift, decision-making can be slow, and roles and responsibilities are not always clearly defined. At the same time, project managers must work […]

  • Civil engagement in donor countries – Workshop

    The Hague The Hague

    About the event In the context of shifting geopolitics, changing narratives around humanitarian action and declining funding, reflection is happening on the diverse roles different humanitarian actors have. A recent report by ICVA outlines the complementarity of various actors in the system. INGOs, as one group of  those actors, see much diversity: they include large, federated […]

  • 5-Session Nonviolent Communication Journey: From Judgment to Understanding

    The Hague Humanity Hub Fluwelen Burgwal 58, Den Haag, ZH, Netherlands

    Turn conflict into collaboration. Learn the essentials of Nonviolent Communication in this engaging 5-part journey. Join us! Dates below. In communities working for peace, justice and social impact, communication matters. Even when values are shared, misunderstandings and conflict arise. How we respond can streghen relationships, collaboration and collective impact. Following the enthusiastic response to our introductory […]

  • Shift to Thrive 2026 Career Readiness & Resilience Program

    The Hague Humanity Hub Fluwelen Burgwal 58, Den Haag, ZH, Netherlands

    Thrive by Lydia Generation is an empowerment platform dedicated to helping Migrant women actualize their full potential and destiny. We envision resilient migrant women prospering in their host city through economic self-sufficiency and positive contributions to The Hague and The Netherlands. Our mission is to enlighten our audience with educative and motivational content that inspires action and builds pathways to success. Don’t just be a […]

  • HSC 2026 One-Day Conference ‘Humanitarian Justice & The State of the Humanitarian System’

    International Institute of Social Studies Kortenaerkade 12 2518 AX, Den Haag Netherlands

    Friday 2 October at the International Institute of Social Studies, The Hague Join us for this year’s One-Day Conference in partnership with ALNAP and KUNO. As is well-documented, the global geopolitical milieu for humanitarian action in all forms is increasingly challenging. State funding for formal humanitarian action is at its lowest for decades, there is a growing […]

  • HSC One-Day Conference: Humanitarian Justice & The State of the Humanitarian System

    International Institute of Social Studies Kortenaerkade 12 2518 AX, Den Haag Netherlands

    About the conference As is well-documented, the global geopolitical milieu for humanitarian action in all forms is increasingly challenging. State funding for formal humanitarian action is at its lowest for decades, there is a growing disregard for International Humanitarian Law in various conflict contexts, and (poly-)crises derive from interlocking environmental hazards, socio-economic vulnerabilities and ongoing […]

  • Multilevel Water Governance Course

    Key information Course Date: (Face-to-face)5 October - 16 October 2026  Location:The Hague, The Netherlands  Fee:€3,995 Introduction The world is facing many water-related challenges, including shortages, pollution, flooding, and unequal access to safe drinking water. Climate change is making these problems worse, threatening people’s safety, economies, and the environment. Local governments and communities are at risk […]

  • NETHOPE Global Summit 2026

    Amsterdam, Netherlands Amsterdam, Netherlands

    JOIN THE DIGITAL LEADERS WORKING THROUGH SOLUTIONS TOGETHER AND HELP SHAPE WHAT'S NEXT FOR THE SECTOR! Nonprofit organizations are operating in a world that’s more complex, connected, and demanding than ever. Missions are growing while resources tighten, and technology sits at the center of how impact is delivered, scaled, and protected. There is also optimism […]

  • Fiscal Decentralisation and Local Finance Course

    Key information Course Date: (Face-to-face)26 October - 6 November 2026 Location:The Hague, Netherlands Fee:€3,995 Introduction How a country organises its finances shapes how local authorities govern their cities, towns, and villages. Fiscal decentralisation gives local governments greater authority to decide how and where to allocate resources, enabling them to better respond to citizens’ needs. For […]

  • [Short course] Climate litigation and regulation – International and European perspectives

    Asser Institute R.J. Schimmelpennincklaan 20-22, The Hague, Netherlands

    Join us for a training on climate litigation and regulation - one of the fastest-moving areas of the legal landscape today. This two-day course gives you a practical, up-to-date understanding of that landscape - from international foundations to European regulation - so you can navigate it with confidence. In recent years, courts at every level […]