The world is experiencing the impact of unsustainable growth, affecting the climate, people and natural resources. Local governments and their citizens are confronted with the exacerbation of existing problems such as air pollution or water scarcity. Moreover, their security and livelihoods are threatened by drought, floods and other natural disasters. In the face of these […]
Have you recently started working in the humanitarian field and are you looking for a solid kick-start? Or are you an experienced humanitarian professional looking for a thorough update? The KUNO Summer Course is there for you. With an unprecedented number of humanitarian crises around the world, the need for humanitarian aid has never been […]
Photo by Callum Blacoe on Unsplash In this Humanitarian Governance webinar, Professor Marcel Hazeu (Federal University of Para, Brazil) for a discussion on various humanitarian crises unfolding in the Brazilian Amazon. Santiago del Hierro Kennedy (PhD Researcher, ETH Zurich)will follow the presentation with a reflection on how development initiatives interact with resource extraction, widescale agriculture and encroachment on Indigenous territory […]
On July 3rd at 17:30, the community of The Hague will come together for an evening of good company, great conversations, and refreshing drinks — perfect for unwinding after a busy June & NATO Summit season.Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the community, this is a chance to catch up and connect in […]
Join our two-day Proposal Writing Summer School to fine-tune your skills, tackle real cases, and get ahead – just in time for the peak proposal season. Workshop overview Do you wish to improve or finetune your proposal writing skills, just before the peak pressure of proposal writing starts? Join our two-day Proposal Writing Summer School! […]
This summer Human Security Collective, together with the human rights organizations Justice & Peace, Stichting Our Bodies Our Voice, and Human Rights in the Picture, is organizing the Move 4 Human Rights Summer Edition. This empowering two-week summer program is open to (future) change makers, aged 18 – 30 years. Through interactive workshops, field visits, […]
Worldwide more than 100 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 since 2012 with no sign of this trend reversing. Among them, there are 53 million people […]
The international development landscape is undergoing rapid and profound change. Budgets are shrinking, political space for civil society is narrowing, and INGOs face major strategic and operational shifts. At the same time, Global Majority actors are quickly adapting and stepping up leadership. Amidst these shifts, how can we ensure the momentum for equitable partnerships and […]
Join us for a special edition of The Handshake, our interactive event series connecting aspiring changemakers with experienced professionals in the peace & justice and “for good” sectors. This edition is presented in partnership with the Move 4 Human Rights Summer Edition. A limited number of seats have been opened up for the public—register soon to secure your […]
The GPIL International Law in Practice Intensive Program (“GPIL Summer Intensive Program”) provides a hybrid (i.e., both in-person and remote) experiential learning opportunity designed to advance practical understanding of public interest lawyering in public international law. In 2025, the GPIL Summer Intensive Program will be offered from 28 July to 02 August in The Hague […]
From Monday 25 to Friday 29 August 2025, the T.M.C. Asser Instituut and the International Centre for Counter-Terrorism (ICCT) will host the 15th-anniversary edition of the Advanced summer programme on terrorism, counter-terrorism and the rule of law. During inspiring and interactive classes taught by leading practitioners and academics in the field, you will gain deep insight into the current and emerging threats […]
Call for Applications We’re thrilled to announce the hybrid Summer School Critical Raw Materials and Energy Security: Geopolitical Dynamics in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the South Caucasus 26-28 August 2025. Please use the following link for the application process. When: 26-28 August, 2025 Where: The Hague, Netherlands Participants: BA, MA, PhD, researchers Fee: 600 EUR (in person), 300 […]
Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash Introduction Corruption is a fundamental cause of poverty, conflict, and state fragility. It undermines a state’s ability to effectively deliver public services, uphold the rule of law, and foster a conducive business environment. Furthermore, corruption presents a significant obstacle to sustainable economic and social development. Research has consistently demonstrated […]
The International Institute of Social Studies is hosting the third edition of The Hague Humanitarian Studies Centre’s One-Day Conference which will look at how global political currents affect the work of humanitarian actors and researchers. Global political currents are buffeting humanitarian action and humanitarian studies in multiple contexts across the world, with decisions taken in […]
Photo by Jose Antonio Gallego Vázquez on Unsplash Introduction Because of globalisation and decentralisation, economic development has shifted from large-scale national plans to territorial bound local plans known as Local Economic Development (LED). LED allows localities to plan and implement their economic development through a representative and participative forum that can build on existing economic […]
Save the date for the Just Peace Open Day 2025! Have you ever walked past an impressive building in The Hague and thought, "I wonder what goes on inside there?" On September 21st, a large number of famous buildings and institutions in The Hague will open their doors! Stroll through the corridors of power, take […]
Introduction Designing and delivering training in international contexts presents unique challenges. Trainers work with diverse groups with varying experience, cultural backgrounds, and expectations. This requires a flexible, inclusive approach. In our Training of Trainers course, we explore these challenges and provide practical strategies to address them. We cover the full training cycle – from needs assessment to […]
Photo by Ermir Hoxhaj on Unsplash 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 from droughts, floods, and other water disasters. In the […]
A global gathering of peacebuilders and their allies. Peace Connect will be the first event of its kind: a global peacebuilding gathering for local peacebuilders and their allies. Held in Nairobi, Kenya, Peace Connect will bring together hundreds of peacebuilders from the Global South to share, learn and create.
The global non-proliferation norms regarding the use and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction are under pressure. The threat posed by nuclear, chemical and biological weapons has reached levels of urgency not seen since the Cold War. Consequently, there is a growing demand for professionals with the necessary legal, technical and policy expertise to tackle the challenges […]
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