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SUMMARY:Special Holiday Community Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Reflect\, connect and celebrate what we’ve achieved together\, and shape what’s next\, at the Special Holiday Edition of Community Drinks!\nAs the year draws to a close\, we invite you to pause and reflect at The Hague Humanity Hub’s Special Holdayedition of the Community Drinks. Join us on Tuesday\, December 16th\, as we transform the Hub Café into a festive space. The Hub team will invite you to reflect on the achievements of 2025 and look forward to what we want to jointly build moving forward. \nJoin us for a festive Glühwein (or your drink of choice) and don’t forget to bring along your +1. Don’t forget to register them too to guarantee their spot. \nWe look forward to seeing familiar and new faces to end the year together \n  \nWho is it for?\nIf you’re part of\, or connected to\, The Hague Humanity Hub community\, this event is for you. Whether you’ve been with us for years or have just joined\, come celebrate what we’ve achieved together and get inspired for what’s next. \nThis gathering is for everyone working toward a more peaceful and just world. Come to reconnect\, reflect\, and raise a glass to the power of collaboration. \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab\n	\n  \n\nPrivacy Policy \nThe Humanity Hub collects your name\, email\, and organisation (if you have one) when you sign up for events\, so they can manage the event and tell you about future ones. If you want to receive the Hub newsletter\, or if you have food allergies (for events with food)\, the Hub will collect that too. The Hub wil not share your info with other companies without telling you first. The Hub might take photos or videos at events\, but you can inform the organisers if you don’t want to be in them. Your data is stored safely\, and you can ask to see it\, change it\, or have it deleted. The Hub will keep your info for 5 years to understand what events you like\, and you can always unsubscribe from emails or opt out of surveys.\nFor data deletion or inquiries\, contact engage@humanityhub.net \n 
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/special-holiday-community-drinks/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Community Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251218T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251218T213000
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SUMMARY:Mapping Water and Waste from Satellites
DESCRIPTION:About Event\nIn many of the world’s most vulnerable areas\, reliable data on where people access clean water or how waste is managed is simply missing. This data gap makes it incredibly difficult for organisations to plan and deliver effective aid. \nBut what if we could use satellite imagery to fill this data gap? \nKickstartAI is proud to partner with Team 510 of The Netherlands Red Cross for a hands-on mini-hackathon focused on this very challenge. We’re bringing together creative minds to explore how freely available satellite imagery can be used to support humanitarian action. \n  \nIs this for you?\nThis mini hackathon is designed for problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds. We believe the best ideas come from collaboration\, and we strongly encourage you to join if you are a: \n\nData scientist or machine-learning engineer interested in applying your skills to satellite imagery and humanitarian challenges.\nGIS or Remote Sensing Specialist who understands geospatial data and its applications.\nHumanitarian and environmental professionals who can provide crucial real-world context and insights.\n\n  \nWhat’s on the agenda?\nThis hackathon invites participants to explore how satellite images could help: \n\nLocate and monitor water points (wells\, tanks\, or taps) to support WASH planning.\nIdentify signs of poor waste management or pollution — such as reflective plastics or dumpsites visible on bare ground.\n\n  \nIn mixed teams\, participants will brainstorm and assess how feasible these ideas are — what data exists\, what patterns could be visible from space\, what tools or methods might help\, and how such insights could support humanitarian or environmental action. \nTeams will produce a short concept summary outlining their approach and findings for The Red Cross. \nBy joining\, you’ll gain exposure to satellite data interpretation and humanitarian data challenges\, while learning how data science and geospatial tools can make a tangible social impact. \nJoin us for a day of inspiring collaboration and use your skills to make a real impact. \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/mapping-water-and-waste-from-satellites/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260115T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260115T170000
DTSTAMP:20251203T094519Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop Governance
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we dive into the core of good governance and financial transparency for non-profits. In collaboration with legal specialists\, we will cover topics such as: \n\nWhat good governance means for your foundation or association\nHow to strengthen governance structures and mitigate risks\nWhat the ANBI status entails\, including its benefits and obligations\nPractical tools to stay compliant and make your organization future-proof\nThis session is ideal for organizations looking to improve their internal structure or considering applying for or maintaining ANBI status.\n\n	Register now This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/workshop-governance/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260120T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260107T050846Z
CREATED:20260107T050846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T050846Z
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SUMMARY:AI guidelines in communication practice
DESCRIPTION:This event was originally posted in Dutch.\n  \nPartos is organising an interactive session on the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) in communications practice. AI offers enormous opportunities\, but also brings challenges and responsibilities. During this session\, we will discuss considerations surrounding AI and potential guidelines and best practices to help communications professionals deploy AI safely\, ethically\, and effectively. \n  \nKeynote Lysanne van de Kamp: 15 considerations for a much-needed conversation about AI use\nAI tools like ChatGPT and image generators seem to have become indispensable in a short time. They offer convenience\, speed\, and creativity at our fingertips. But behind this technological leap lie questions that are much larger than we often realize. In an article\, Lysanne van de Kamp lays out 15 key considerations that invite us to look beyond the benefits alone. \nShe writes about the growing power of Big Tech\, the pressure on democracy and truth\, and the socially unjust conditions in which many AI systems are built. She also addresses the enormous impact on energy\, water use\, and our planet. Furthermore\, she raises questions about the impact of AI on our creativity\, skills\, and mental space—and how this technology is increasingly accelerating our lives. \nFrom ethical dilemmas to spiritual and social reflections: let’s open the conversation together that we as a society urgently need to have. Not out of technophobia\, but out of concern for each other\, for the earth\, and for our future. \n  \nWhat can you expect?\n\nLysanne’s Talk : Ethical Considerations & Practical Tools for Responsible Use of AI in Communication.\nPractical examples and tips from colleagues in the sector. Pum shares their experiences developing policy on AI use.\nSpace to ask questions and share experiences.\nThinking along about ingredients for Partos guidelines.\nThis session is intended for communication professionals in development cooperation who want to use AI in a reliable and ethical way.\n\nRegister and join the conversation about the future of AI communication. \n	Register here! This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/ai-guidelines-in-communication-practice/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260122T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260112T043434Z
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SUMMARY:Closing of the Inclusive Communication CoP
DESCRIPTION:  \nClosing a chapter\nOver the past three years\, Partos has facilitated the CoP on Inclusive Communications. We’ve created the Inclusive Communication Guide\, a Glossary\, 10 principles of Inclusive Communication and 3 future Briefs. Together\, we have explored what Inclusive Communication is\, why it is important and how we can incorporate it in our daily work. \n  \nClosing Community session\nAs we reach the end of this shared journey\, we are eager to hear about what you have learned over the past years. We want to know how you have applied these insights and where you currently stand. We will document the key learnings\, experiences\, and insights gathered along the way. \n  \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/closing-of-the-inclusive-communication-cop/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260122T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260122T190000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134132Z
CREATED:20251222T052414Z
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SUMMARY:Community Drinks: Belonging as a Full Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:What if your next game-changing connection is just a drink away?\nJoin us for Community Drinks to wind down around a glass\, make new connections\, and get inspired by the spotlights of the evening. Hosted at The Hague Humanity Hub\, this is the place for you to get away from your busy schedule and enjoy after-hours with purposeful conversations. \n  \nWhat can you expect?\nCome to the Hub on Thrusday\, January 22nd\, between 17:00 and 19:00\, for a drink (or two) and meet professionals working at the intersection of climate\, peace\, and justice. \nDuring the evening\, you’ll hear from Hub community members working at the intersection of fundamental rights and belonging. From local movements to global policy work\, these spotlights will highlight how climate action\, peace\, and social justice go hand in hand. \n  \nWho is it for?\nIf you are interested in connecting with people and their work towards a more peaceful\, just and sustainable world\, this event is for you. Whatever your role or sector\, join Community Drinks to relax\, exchange perspectives\, and connect with this vibrant community committed to making the world more peaceful\, just and sustainable\, one conversation at a time. \n  \nWho are the spotlight speakers?\nPitztop\nPitztop creates a space where you feel welcome: accessible\, safe and welcoming. Here you meet new people\, build friendships and discover together how beautiful connection can be. Whether you are new to the Netherlands or have been living here for a while: we believe that we are stronger together. \nUnrepresented Nations and Peoples Organisation (UNPO)\nThe Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization (UNPO) is both\, an international membership platform of solidarity established to promote the voices of unrepresented peoples worldwide\, and a foundation\, stablished to support the protection of their fundamental rights. \n  \n	Reserve your spot here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/community-drinks-belonging-as-a-full-spectrum/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Community Drinks
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hague Humanity Hub":MAILTO:hello@humanityhub.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260126T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260114T112509Z
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SUMMARY:India’s Republic Day: Constitution\, Rights and the Indian future
DESCRIPTION:  \n📣Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the significance of India’s Republic Day beyond the celebrations. This session will delve into the foundations of the Indian Constitution\, the evolution of fundamental rights\, and their role in shaping the nation’s democratic future. We will explore how constitutional principles intersect with today’s challenges and what these mean for India’s future as the world’s largest democracy.✊🏽 \nConfirmed speakers: Prof. Nivedita Menon and Dr. Shamsul Islam \n  \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/indias-republic-day-constitution-rights-and-the-indian-future/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260126T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260128T170000
DTSTAMP:20251222T053457Z
CREATED:20251222T053457Z
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SUMMARY:Fundraising in Europe for Non-European NGOs
DESCRIPTION:Unlock new funding opportunities in Europe and enhance your fundraising strategies to thrive in the European funding market. Join us for three engaging 2-hour online sessions to unlock new funding opportunities and enhance your fundraising strategies in Europe. \n  \nWorkshop 1: How to explore the European funding landscape? What does the European funding landscape look like? How can you find relevant information? \nWorkshop 2: How to craft an effective fundraising strategy? How to position yourself? What capacity and investment would be needed? And what result is possible? \nWorkshop 3: How to make it work? What can be done on the short term and what can wait? What resources would each action require? \n  \nWho is this for?\n\n(Senior) business developers from non-European NGOs.\nAlso suitable for (senior) business developers from European NGOs that are interested to do fundraising outside of their home country.\n\n  \nCost\n\n300-euro p.p. As HVFC is registered and audited by CRKBO our trainings are offered without an additional VAT. The fee is therefore all-inclusive!\n\n	Register now This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/fundraising-in-europe-for-non-european-ngos/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260128T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260128T170000
DTSTAMP:20251203T142410Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop Tax and Contract Law
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about tax obligations\, VAT rules\, or the legal aspects of contracts in civil society? This session provides practical insights\, including:\n\nTax obligations for foundations and associations\nHow VAT rules work for non-profits (exemptions\, risks\, key considerations)\nContract law for civil society organizations: from partnerships to procurement and service agreements\nCommon pitfalls and how to avoid them\n\nA must-join for organizations that regularly enter into contracts or want more clarity on their fiscal position. \n  \nProgram;\n14.30: Doors open\n15.00: Welcome & introduction\n15.10: Tax law – ANBI status\, corporation tax for ANBIs\, VAT aspects\n16:05: Contract law – Including basic concepts\, liability\, termination\n16:50: Closing and networking drinks \n  \nFor our Governance & ANBI Status (January 15) and Tax & Contract Law (January 28) workshops\, we want to tailor the content entirely to your needs. \nHelp shape these sessions by sharing your input\,  your feedback will make the workshops truly practical and valuable. \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/workshop-tax-and-contract-law/
LOCATION:Debrauw\, Burgerweeshuispad 201\, Amsterdam\, Noord-Hooland\, 1076 GR\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260128T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134119Z
CREATED:20260107T052029Z
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Movie Night x Guarding Gaia
DESCRIPTION:Just Peace Movie Night: Guarding Gaia\nJoin us for a thought-provoking evening organised by Human Rights in The Picture\, Lawyers for Lawyers and The Hague Humanity Hub\, part of the Just Peace Movie Nights series. \n  \nOn 28 January\, we screen the documentary Guarding Gaia\, which exposes the risk that environmental lawyers face in their everyday work. They represent marginalised groups in cases involving oil exploitation\, deforestation\, wildlife trafficking\, mining and other environmental harms. By holding powerful economic actors to account\, they become targets themselves. The documentary explores their daily work\, often with limited resources and in isolation\, facing growing risks of physical attacks\, harassment and intimidation from state actors\, organised crime and other hostile groups. \n  \n🎬 About the Film – Guarding Gaia\nGuarding Gaia is a 30-minute documentary produced by Human Rights in the Picture. The film is a central component of a two-year campaign by Lawyers for Lawyers to support legal professionals at risk who work on the front lines of climate justice. Through this campaign\, Lawyers for Lawyers aims to raise awareness about the crucial role these lawyers play\, advocate for their safety\, and call for greater international support so they can continue their essential work. \n  \nThe movie screening will be followed by a moderated discussion in collaboration with Lawyers for Lawyers and Human Rights in the Picture. The confirmed speakers are: \n\nRitwick Dutta\, environmental lawyer from India\, founder of LIFE\nTara Fiechter\, Lawyers for Lawyers\nNadia Sánchez Castillo-Winckels\, Climate Legal Consulting\nSjoerd Lopik\, partner De Roos / research fellow Leiden University\n\n  \n	Get your ticket here! This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-movie-night-x-guarding-gaia/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Just Peace Movie Night
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260129T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260129T190000
DTSTAMP:20260122T141335Z
CREATED:20260122T141204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T141335Z
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SUMMARY:Techfest 2026
DESCRIPTION:TechFest is The Hague’s annual tech and innovation festival\, bringing together professionals\, policymakers\, educators\, and entrepreneurs to explore how technology can create meaningful societal impact. Hosted in the heart of the Central Innovation District\, the event combines hands-on workshops\, in-depth discussions\, and structured networking to move from learning to contribution and connection. TechFest is a space to gain practical skills\, exchange perspectives\, and build collaborations that shape the future of technology in society.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/techfest-2026/
LOCATION:The Hague Tech\, Waldorpstraat 5\, Den Haag\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260129T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260120T145737Z
CREATED:20260112T044534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T145737Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Drinks x Climate Justice Community
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us on January 29 for the first 2026 edition of Blue Drinks at The Hague Humanity Hub\nFor our first gathering of 2026\, the Climate Justice Community Drinks is teaming up with Blue Drinks at the Hub to bridge the gap between climate action and water justice. \nLast year\, many of us sat together to reflect on the hurdles we faced and the lessons we learned. Now\, we are shifting our focus forward. We want to hear about your aspirations\, your big plans\, and your hopes for the months ahead. \nWater is often missing within climate conversations and that is why this collaboration is so important. While it’s frequently buried in technical reports or sector-specific silos\, we know that water justice is a deeply social and political issue. It’s about access\, equality\, and resilience\, and it touches every single one of us regardless of our discipline. \nThe evening will be a relaxed space to connect\, hear from a few experts in the field\, share reflections on why water justice matters more than ever\, and trade goals for the coming year. Whether you’re a regular at the Hub or joining us for the first time\, come as you are and help us kick off the year with some collective momentum. \nBlue Drinks is an informal networking series bringing together professionals across the climate and environmental sectors to connect and collaborate. \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/climate-justice-community-x-blue-drinks/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hague Humanity Hub":MAILTO:hello@humanityhub.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260203T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260202T155629Z
CREATED:20260107T052653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T155629Z
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SUMMARY:Responsible AI & Cyber resilience for the non-profit sector
DESCRIPTION:Non-profit organisations face growing digital threats\, while increasingly relying on tools and systems that shape how they work with people\, communities and data. That’s why on 3 February 2026\, we invite non-profits\, practitioners and experts for a session at the HSD Campus on how to stay resilient in a rapidly changing digital environment. This event explores how to stay secure\, make informed choices and use technology in ways that strengthen your mission. \n  \nDaan Rijnders\, Programme Manager for Digital Safety at The Hague\, will share practical insights into digital security. The CyberPeace Institute will present what they are witnessing on the frontline of digital incidents affecting societal organisations. ObjectivEye will demonstrate how everyday digital systems can unintentionally create risks or exclusion\, and how these can be recognised and prevented. \n  \nProgramme\n\nOpening: what “digital peace” means for non-profits today\nCyberPeace Institute (Jim Boevink): the new reality of digital threats\nObjectivEye (Noura): practical\, people-centred digital practices\nDialogue Table: “From Cybersecurity to Algorithmic Security” with NGO cases from human rights\, education and health\nJoint Workshop: shaping a shared definition of “digital peace”\nClosing & next steps\n\n  \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/responsible-ai-cyber-resilience-for-the-non-profit-sector/
LOCATION:HSD Campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260204T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260120T050201Z
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SUMMARY:AI and the Planet: Can Democracy Survive AI?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second event in our AI and the Planet series as we discuss AI’s influence on modern politics.\n  \nThe 2018 Cambridge Analytica scandal exposed the vulnerability of our democratic processes in the digital age. As AI algorithms increasingly dictate the flow of information online\, fuelling outrage and division\, the capacity for AI to influence political discourse has grown on an unprecedented scale. With the introduction of generative AI and its capacity to produce hyper-realistic deepfakes and synthetic media\, this risk has only accelerated. \n  \nIn this event\, we discuss AI’s influence on modern politics with Claudia Chwalisz\, Founder and CEO of DemocracyNext\, and AI ethicist and action philosopher\, Nathan (Nate) Kinch FRSA. Join us as we explore whether we can use AI to enhance democratic principles rather than erode them. \n  \nAbout the series:\nAI and the Planet is a webinar series hosted by the RSA’s Oceania network and AI ethicist\, Nathan (Nate) Kinch FRSA\, and supported by the RSA Sustainability Network. Each event features a discussion with a leading scholar whose work deepens and expands our understanding of the current AI moment – the risks\, challenges and potential. Together\, we will explore the rapidly evolving relationship between Artificial Intelligence and the world it is reshaping. \n  \nFor questions about this series\, please contact RSA Global Manager (Oceania and Asia)\, Philipa Duthie on philipa.duthie@thersa.org. \n  \n	Register here! This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/ai-and-the-planet-can-democracy-survive-ai/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260204T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260202T155959Z
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SUMMARY:The Politics of Dry Feet: The political economy of flood risk management in Indonesia
DESCRIPTION:Floods represent one of the most persistent and damaging disasters in Indonesia\, a nation highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. \nDespite significant investments in flood management infrastructure\, several Indonesian cities continue to grapple with flooding issues\, while others have effectively reduced their risks. In Politics of Dry Feet\, Dr Yogi Permana explores the reasons behind these disparities. \nBased on extensive field research\, Permana argues that local political economies – not merely technical capabilities – are key to understanding divergent outcomes. By examining four cities\, he shows how collusion between political and business interests undermines spatial planning\, flood defence and emergency response\, while alliances between reform-minded leaders and civil society foster more resilient outcomes. \nBridging anthropology\, political science and urban political ecology\, Permana offers a political economy perspective on flood risk management that is relevant to scholars\, practitioners and policymakers alike\, both within and beyond Indonesia. \nThe talk will be followed by a ‘reflection’ by Professor Lisa SchipperOpens external (University of Bonn\, Germany) who will broaden out the discussion around Disaster Risk Reduction\, and the everyday politics of vulnerability. \n	Register here
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/the-politics-of-dry-feet-the-political-economy-of-flood-risk-management-in-indonesia/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260211T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260211T163000
DTSTAMP:20251222T053959Z
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SUMMARY:USA Foundation Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the United States has a $592\,50 billion philanthropic market? This number is not only stunning\, but it is also constantly growing by $10 billion each year. How to unlock this market? \n  \nTraining overview\nEven though the US fundraising landscape has changed a lot recently\, there are plenty of funding opportunity to be explored across the Atlantic. In this training\, we will guide you through some of the best fundraising options in the USA. We will explore how to find opportunities there and how to seize those opportunities. We have first-hand experience in the matter and will be happy to share it with you. \n  \nWhat you will learn\n\nHow to navigate the US foundations landscape?\nWhat is a 990-form and how can it help you?\nDo you need an office or staff member in the USA? What means 501(c)3 and do we need one?\nHow to develop a solid strategy to help you find entry points and opportunities?\nWhat are the keys to building and maintaining relations on a distance that result in funding?\n\n  \nWho is this for?\nThis workshop is accessible to mid-level and senior fundraising/NGO professionals. No specific prior education is required. \n  \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/usa-foundation-fundraising/
LOCATION:The Hague
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260212T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260205T104020Z
CREATED:20260119T042527Z
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SUMMARY:Adapting to Climate Change in Modern Policing - Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join the conversation: Dr. Anna Matczak discusses her new book\, “Adapting to Climate Change in Modern Policing: The Rise of the ‘Eco-Cop’” \n  \nIn her new book “Adapting to Climate Change in Modern Policing the Rise of the “Eco-Cop””\, Dr. Anna Matczak\, Senior Lecturer in Comparative Criminology at THUAS summarises\, analyses\, and organises existing knowledge on the impact of climate change on police organisations and police work\, creating a practitioner-oriented narrative enriched by insights from 23 experts of diverse backgrounds and international profiles located across the world. \n  \nWhile the book is intended primarily for police organisations\, it also serves as a structured research and policy agenda – a roadmap capturing the full range of perspectives currently discussed in the field. \n  \nIn partnership with The Hague Humanity Hub\, and co-organised with Multilevel Regulation research group and THUAS\, the author\, Anna Matczak will host a conversation around the rise of the “Eco-Cop”\, the modern policing and climate adaptation\, asking how climate change impacts police practice across the world? \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/adapting-to-climate-change-in-modern-policing-book-launch/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260217T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260217T190000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134058Z
CREATED:20260116T013945Z
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SUMMARY:Community Drinks: Peace & Justice Beyond the Bubble
DESCRIPTION:What if your next game-changing connection is just a drink away?\nJoin us for Community Drinks to wind down around a glass\, make new connections\, and get inspired by the spotlights of the evening. Hosted at The Hague Humanity Hub\, this is the place for you to get away from your busy schedule and enjoy after-hours with purposeful conversations. \n  \nWhat can you expect?\nCome to the Hub on Tuesday\, February 17th\, between 17:00 and 19:00\, for a drink (or two) and meet professionals working on making peace and justice more accessible for everyone. \n  \nThe Hague is both the International City of Peace & Justice and a city where neighbourhoods can be socio-economically and culturally divided. While hundreds of institutions work on peace\, justice\, human rights\, and security\, the field can often feel closed-off\, technical\, elite\, or geographically distant from the lived realities of many residents. \nThis edition of Community Drinks takes place right before the municipal elections\, making it a timely moment to reflect on who feels included in the city’s peace and justice ecosystem\, and who does not. \nWho are the speakers?\n\nNetwerk Haagse Helpers\n\nThe Haagse Helpers is a community of volunteers who are building a socially connected city. Young people help fellow citizens\, inspire each other\, and flourish themselves. The Haagse Helpers pay attention to raising awareness among young people to contribute in and to the city. In addition to doing volunteer work\, we have fixed monthly activities\, and we also offer workshops and training to volunteers to strengthen the community’s feelings even more. \n\nLeiden University\n\nLeiden University’s Campus The Hague is the home to teaching and research focused on international law\, governance\, urban issues\, global affairs\, and health—the series brings together academics\, students\, practitioners\, and citizens to explore inclusive approaches to building peaceful societies. Leiden University will be represented by Maja Vodopivec\, Senior University Lecturer at Leiden University College. Drawing on her background in post-war Bosnia and Herzegovina\, her PhD research in Tokyo\, and her teaching in peace and conflict studies\, Maja co-founded Fireside Peace Chats to counter increasing securitization in academic discourse and reconnect discussions of peace with lived realities in the world’s capital of peace and justice. \nWho is it for?\nIf you are interested in connecting with people and their work towards a more peaceful\, just and sustainable world\, this event is for you. Whatever your role or sector\, join Community Drinks to relax\, exchange perspectives\, and connect with this vibrant community committed to making the world more peaceful\, just and sustainable\, one conversation at a time. \nMore information about the speakers to be shared shortly. \n	Register here! This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/community-drinks-peace-justice-beyond-the-bubble/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Community Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260218T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134050Z
CREATED:20260113T101915Z
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Movie Night x GHRD: SOLD. A Child Trafficked
DESCRIPTION:  \nAbout SOLD\nSOLD. A Child Trafficked\, a powerful 2012 film that sheds light on the realities of child trafficking and exploitation. \nShot mainly in Nepal\, it follows the stories of several survivors of child trafficking who fell victim to sexual slavery in brothels across India. The movie highlights the socioeconomic factors that lead to child trafficking. Most victims are young girls belonging to the Tamang ethnic group of Nepal\, where resource scarcity\, severe poverty and social ostracization drive family members to sell their daughters\, nieces and cousins into sexual slavery. \nSOLD spotlights the price that is paid by young girls and women when society turns a blind eye to predatory dynamics and structural drivers heightened by social and financial hardships. \n\nSpeakers:\n\nRishi Chamman: Filmmaker and documentary director of SOLD\nRinku Kalsy: Documentary maker and director of SOLD\nConny Rijken: National Rapporteur on Trafficking in Human Beings and Sexual Violence against Children\nZoe de Melo: Programme manager focusing on ending sexual exploitation of children at Terre des Hommes Netherlands\nModerator: Bianca Cojocaru\n\n  \n	Get your tickets here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-movie-night-x-ghrd-sold-a-child-trafficked/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Just Peace Movie Night
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260219T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260219T190000
DTSTAMP:20260119T042008Z
CREATED:20260119T042008Z
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SUMMARY:Intern Drinks @ The Hague Humanity Hub
DESCRIPTION:A networking event for interns\, by interns!\n  \nAre you an intern for a mission-driven organisation\, and wish to connect with a vibrant community of fellow interns from across The Hague and beyond? Looking to build new connections\, learn about exciting opportunities\, and share your experiences as you kickstart your career? Then join us on February 19th for the next edition of Intern Drinks! \n  \nIntern Drinks are an informal event created for interns\, by interns. Whether you’re currently pursuing\, finishing\, or about to start your internship\, join us at The Hague Humanity Hub as we come together for a drink and a night of networking\, connection and conversation with interns from fields across peace and justice\, human rights\, development\, governance\, tech for good\, environment and sustainability\, local impact\, and more! \n  \nThe evening is a unique opportunity to unwind after work while learning about the diverse organisations that operate from the international city of peace and justice\, discover different ways you can pursue a mission-driven career\, and make lasting connections. \n	Sign up here! This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/intern-drinks-the-hague-humanity-hub/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260220T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260218T201937Z
CREATED:20260218T201759Z
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SUMMARY:FILMS THAT MAKE NOISE – RAVING IRAN
DESCRIPTION:Techno under pressure\, music without borders. 🎧🔥 \nOn Friday 20 February 2026\, PAARD and Movies that Matter presents a screening Films That Make Noise: Raving Iran. Follow two young DJs who risk everything to keep underground music alive in Iran — and discover how one invitation could change their future forever. \nAfter the film\, join moderator Jesse Evers in conversation with Iranian-Dutch artist Kourosh\, whose genre-blending sound and socially conscious voice connect seamlessly to the film’s themes. \n📍 GR8\n🕢 Doors 19:30 | Start 20:00\n🎟️ Tickets €12\,50 \nExperience a powerful story about courage\, creativity and the universal language of music. \n	Get a ticket now!
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/films-that-make-noise-raving-iran/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260220T082219Z
CREATED:20260220T082022Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond Prayers: A Student-led Humanitarian Mission to Kyiv
DESCRIPTION:Film screening & panel discussion \nUkraine is entering its fifth year of full-scale war. The humanitarian situation is not stabilizing\, but worsening. Students for Ukraine therefore presents the documentary Beyond Prayers\, which follows Leiden students who organized a humanitarian aid operation to Kyiv. The film not only depicts the mission but also raises broader questions about civic engagement\, youth initiatives\, and humanitarian aid in protracted conflict situations. How can these initiatives change our thinking about humanitarian responsibility? \nFollowing the screening\, there will be a panel discussion with the filmmakers and experts\, focusing on themes such as civil protection\, citizen participation\, democratic resilience\, and international solidarity. \n \nSpeakers \n\nDr. Vlad Niculescu-Dinca\, co-organizer and moderator\nMelek Knaus\, Leiden Security Studies student\, co-organizer and co-founder of Students for Ukraine\nMathijs Hage\, Leiden International Studies student\, and co-founder of Students for Ukraine\nAnastasiia (Nastya) Poberezhna\, PhD Fellow\nJitske Hoogenboom\, Peacebuilding Expert\nInge Leuverink\, Humanitarian Advisor Cordaid and Program Manager Ukraine\nKseniia Kuzmenko\, Expert Ukraine2EU\, online from Kiev\n\n  \n	Register Now
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/beyond-prayers-a-student-led-humanitarian-mission-to-kyiv/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260225T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260225T183000
DTSTAMP:20260218T090329Z
CREATED:20260126T151226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T090329Z
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SUMMARY:‘Cyber Self-Defense’ Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a practical cyber self-defense session helping changemakers reduce digital exposure\, secure accounts\, and spot disinformation. \nWhat can you expect?\nThis practical\, non-technical training is designed for staff and teams working in sensitive\, public-facing\, or high-visibility roles within NGOs and not-for-profit organisations. It focuses on everyday digital risks that can affect personal safety\, organisational credibility\, and operational effectiveness – often without people realising it.\nThe session addresses common situations participants encounter in their daily work and personal lives\, and explores how small\, informed choices can significantly reduce exposure to digital threats. \nKey areas covered include: \n\nManaging your online digital footprint\nSecuring personal and professional email accounts\nReducing unintended data leakage from everyday devices\nRecognising misinformation\, impersonation\, and online manipulation\n\nThe training is scenario-based and practical\, using clear examples and simple steps that participants can apply immediately. The focus is on awareness and risk reduction\, showing how small habit changes can make a meaningful difference at both individual and organisational levels. \nWho is this session for?\nThis session is suitable for: \n\nChangemakers in the peace and justice ecosystem\nCommunications\, advocacy\, leadership\, and programme staff\nAnyone working in public-facing\, sensitive\, or high-exposure roles\nTeams with no technical or cybersecurity background\n\nNo prior technical knowledge is required. \nWho is the speaker?\nRichard Costelloe is an information-security and risk professional with a background in supporting organisations operating in sensitive and high-risk environments. His work focuses on practical risk reduction at both individual and organisational levels\, including digital self-defence\, information assurance\, and security awareness training. \nRichard has worked with international organisations\, NGOs\, and mission-driven teams\, and specialises in translating complex digital risks into clear\, actionable guidance for non-technical audiences. \n	Register now!
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/cyber-self-defense-session/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260202T161105Z
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SUMMARY:Global Citizens Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Foster peace by building bridges between cultures \nYour Big Year® is challenging young leaders across the world to build positive bridges between cultures! In fact\, young leaders from 106 countries have already participated in seven virtual challenges! \nIf you want to create long-lasting friendships\, learn new skills and make a real impact – then the Your Big Year® Global Citizens Challenge is for you!  Our youth-led virtual event creates a transformative\, and collaborative way to meet and work with peers worldwide. By participating\, you will gain skills in digital collaboration\, social impact\, and cultural understanding\, and learn about future career-building opportunities directly from professionals. \n	Individual Application\n	\n	Educators
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/global-citizens-challenge/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134033Z
CREATED:20260209T100646Z
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SUMMARY:#DemocracyDrinks: Urgency and Opportunity Meet in the EU Enlargement Debate
DESCRIPTION:How should the EU\, the Netherlands and other EU member states improve and speed up EU enlargement to the Western Balkans – and beyond?\nAs more and more Western Balkan nations move towards the EU\, what is the role that the rest of Europe stands to play in their pursuit of accession? How can EU member states like the Netherlands support Western Balkan democracies in the face of growing geopolitical tensions? \nJoin us on February 26th (17:00-19:00)\, for this year’s first edition of #DemocracyDrinks The Hague\, where we will be joined by: \n\nMarko Makovec\, seasoned Slovenian diplomat\, former Head of Cabinet for the EU’s Enlargement Commissioner\, and one of the leading authorities on the complexities of enlargement within the European Union.\nThijs Reuten\, Dutch MEP and leading advocate against democratic backsliding in the EU and its neighbourhood.\n\nThis edition is organised in collaboration with PAX\, the Network of Sustainable Development and Education\, Free Press Unlimited\, the Dutch Albanian Foundation\, the Netherlands Helsinki Committee\, Max van der Stoel Foundation\, and Committee for Humanitarian Intervention in Utrecht\, Amsterdam\, and Leiden. \nAbout Marko Makovec\nMarko Makovec is a Slovenian diplomat and a leading authority on the complexities of EU enlargement. Most recently\, he served as the Head of Cabinet for Ms. Marta Kos\, the Commissioner for Enlargement. Prior to this\, he was the highest-ranking Slovene at the European External Action Service (EEAS)\, as Deputy Managing Director for Managing Directorate Europe. In this capacity\, he expertly oversaw relations with the United Kingdom\, European Economic Area\, Turkey\, and the Western Balkans from 2021 to 2024. \nHe earlier represented Slovenia with distinction as the Permanent Representative to the EU’s Political and Security Committee (2017-2020). He served as Diplomatic Adviser to the Slovenian President (2013-2017)\, and as Principal Foreign Policy Adviser to the Prime Minister (2008-2012)\, acting as chief negotiator for the Arbitration Agreement between Slovenia and Croatia. His illustrious career began with his foundational work as an Adviser to the Director-General (2003-2005)\,as a Delegate to the Working Party for Western Balkans in the EU (2007-2008)\, and as Deputy Head of Mission in Rome. \nAbout Thijs Reuten\nThijs Reuten is a Dutch Member of the European Parliament that has\, since 2021\, served on the Committee of Foreign Affairs\, Delegation to the EU-North Macedonia Joint Parliamentary Committee\, and the Delegation to the EU-Serbia Stabilisation and Association Parliamentary Committee\, among others. He played a pivotal role in normalising visa-free travel between Kosovo and the EU\, and has been a leading advocate against democratic backsliding in the EU and its neighbourhood. Reuten has a background in political science and international relations\, and has previously served as an Amsterdam City Councilor\, and a District Administrator for Amsterdam-Oost. \n	Reserve a spot This link opens in a new tab\n	\n  \nWhat are the #DemocracyDrinks?\n#DemocracyDrinks is an informal\, recurring conversation and networking series bringing together people working on democracy\, peace\, justice\, and democratic participation. \nThe format is intentionally simple: open\, dialogue-led conversations in a relaxed setting. #DemocracyDrinks The Hague provides space to connect across sectors\, test ideas\, explore emerging questions\, and reflect collectively on democratic challenges beyond formal panels or presentations. \nLaunched in Brussels in 2018\, #DemocracyDrinks now takes place in cities around the world. Editions in The Hague have brought together a diverse mix of practitioners from NGOs\, international institutions\, think tanks\, government\, and civil society. The Hague series is co-organised by the Netherlands Helsinki Committee (NHC)\, the Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD)\, and The Hague Humanity Hub. \nInterested in hosting your own edition? Apply here. \n  \nWestern Balkans Symposia Series\nSince 2024\, four symposia on the Western Balkans vis-à-vis especially the EU have been organised by PAX\, Free Press Unlimited\, Dutch Albanian Foundation\, Netherlands Helsinki Committee\, Max van der Stoel Foundation and Committee for Humanitarian Intervention in Utrecht\, Amsterdam and Leiden. Topics have ranged from EU enlargement and the extent of democracy\, peace\, justice and independent media in the ‘oft-neglected region’ of the Western Balkans. Speakers have ranged from Thijs Reuten\, Dutch member of the European Parliament for the Progressive Alliance group\, Tamara Filipovic of the Independent Journalists’ Association of Serbia\, to Robert Bosch\, former Dutch ambassador to Albania and Kosovo. The primary aims of this symposia series are to: a) keep attention on the situation and future of this region among policymakers and the wider public; b) enhance insights on this region to everybody involved and interested; and c) offer solutions to challenges of peace\, democracy\, justice and civil society in that region by and for policymakers\, experts and everybody involved–preferably via EU principles and memberships \n	Reserve a spot This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/democracydrinks-urgency-and-opportunity-meet-in-the-eu-enlargement-debate/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Democracy Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260210T084447Z
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SUMMARY:Why International Law is Failing as a Discipline: Geopolitics\, Legality and the Crisis of Cartographic Vision
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a keynote lecture by Prof. Nikolas Rajkovic (Tilburg University)\, exploring how our traditional way of seeing the world through maps is being strained by an increasingly complex reality of infrastructures and systems\, leaving international law in a ‘perceptual lag’. \nThe territorial trap \nFor decades\, territorial maps promised order. But this ‘cartographic imagination’ is breaking. Prof. Rajkovic warns that international legal discipline is stuck in an outdated mindset that ignores modern reality. \nToday\, the things that truly control our lives do not respect lines on a map. Power is increasingly projected through pixels rather than polygons\, found in:\nData infrastructure and undersea fibre-optic cables.\nSatellite arrays that monitor and manage global movement.\nSanctions systems and supply chains that bypass national borders. \nInvisible governance\nThe main problem is not that international law is disappearing\, but that it is failing to ‘recalibrate’. As governance migrates into technical systems and mobile ‘things’\, it becomes invisible to traditional legal eyes. When lawyers try to solve modern problems\, they often default to old-fashioned ‘map thinking’ instead of confronting how much the world has changed. \nTo restore relevance to international law\, Prof. Rajkovic calls for a new kind of ‘visual literacy’. He will argue that we must stop looking at the world as a static map and start paying attention to the digital and physical infrastructures that now function as boundaries. Without this shift in perspective\, international law may well continue to lose its grip on a reconfigured geopolitical world. \nThis keynote lecture concludes the ‘International Legal Resonance in the Global Attention Economy’ workshop\, which was funded by the KNAW Early Career Partnerships programme from the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences. \n  \nSpeaker\nProf. dr. Nikolas M. Rajkovic\nChair of International Law\, Tilburg University \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/why-international-law-is-failing-as-a-discipline-geopolitics-legality-and-the-crisis-of-cartographic-vision/
LOCATION:Asser Institute\, R.J. Schimmelpennincklaan 20-22\, The Hague\, 2517\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260302T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260216T095850Z
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SUMMARY:Public Lecture: Judging International Justice - featuring Judge Dire Tladi
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease join us for a lecture from the Honourable Judge Dire Tladi. This lecture offers an opportunity to hear directly from a sitting international judge on the role\, responsibilities\, and limits of international adjudication today. \nThis event marks the second annual Judging International Justice Lecture. Drawing on his experience as a judge\, scholar\, and former government adviser\, Judge Tladi will reflect on how international courts engage with complex global challenges and how legal reasoning is shaped by institutional mandates\, historical context\, and evolving international realities. \nThe event will be followed by a conversation with Professor Anna Spain Bradley\, MacArthur Foundation Chair in International Justice and Human Rights at UCLA School of Law and Faculty Director of The Promise Institute for Human Rights\, followed by a Q&A. \nThis lecture is organised by The Promise Institute for Human Rights at UCLA\, will take place at the Asser Institute in The Hague and will be followed by a reception. \nAbout the speaker(s)\nJudge Dire Tladi has served as a Judge of the International Court of Justice since 6 February 2024. He holds a PhD in Law from Erasmus University Rotterdam and is a Professor of International Law at the University of Pretoria. He has advised the South African government\, including as Special Adviser to the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation\, and has made significant contributions to international legal scholarship through his work with the United Nations International Law Commission and his extensive publications. \nAnna Spain Bradley is the MacArthur Foundation Chair in International Justice and Human Rights at UCLA School of Law and the Faculty Director of The Promise Institute for Human Rights at UCLA (with locations at UCLA Law and in Europe). She previously served as UCLA’s Vice Chancellor for Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion and Special Advisor on Strategic Planning and Values. An expert in international law\, international dispute resolution and human rights\, Professor Spain Bradley’s current research focuses on two areas: the legal history and doctrinal development of racism in international law and the study of emotion in international judicial thought. \nKate Mackintosh is the executive director of The Promise Institute for Human Rights at UCLA (Europe). \nMachiko Kanetake is the academic director and the chair of the executive board of the T.M.C. Asser Instituut. She is also Professor of International Law and Security Governance at the University of Amsterdam. \n  \n	Sign up here! This link opens in a new tab\n	\n 
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/public-lecture-judging-international-justice-featuring-judge-dire-tladi/
LOCATION:Asser Institute\, R.J. Schimmelpennincklaan 20-22\, The Hague\, 2517\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Youth Speak Night
DESCRIPTION:Youth Speak Night (YSN) is an interactive\, dialogue-driven event organized by AIESEC Leiden/The Hague under the NOUR Project. It brings together students\, professionals\, and experts for an evening focused on meaningful exchange and cross-cultural understanding. \nThis edition of YSN centres on the theme “Connecting Cultures\,” aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals. The evening explores how global cooperation— particularly between the Arab and Western worlds— can be strengthened through dialogue\, knowledge exchange\, and youth engagement. \nYSN brings together professionals\, academics\, and NOUR Project representatives\, ensuring a balanced perspective that combines practical experience\, academic insight\, and on-the-ground youth engagement. Attendees can expect interactive elements\, real-life perspectives\, and the opportunity to ask questions directly to the speakers. Rather than being a one-sided lecture\, YSN is designed as a space for conversation. \nBy the end of the evening\, attendees should walk away with a deeper understanding of how equal\, cross-cultural partnerships are essential for global progress\, how young people can actively contribute to these collaborations\, and how initiatives like the NOUR Project translate dialogue into concrete action. Ultimately\, YSN is a platform where youth are not just listeners but active participants in shaping a more connected world. \n  \nThe Agenda \nThe programme will include an opening\, a keynote that bridges theory and practice\, and a 45 minute moderated panel discussion with professionals. The panel includes academics who will provide broader insights into Arab-Western relations\, professionals working towards intercultural understanding in The Hague\, and NGO representatives who strive for intercultural connection on multiple societal levels. \n	Sign up here! This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/youth-speak-night/
LOCATION:Universiteitscampus Spui\, Spui 5\, Den Haag\, South Holland\, 2511 BL\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260304T170000
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SUMMARY:Fireside Peace Chats: Youth & Peace with Jonathan van Varik
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn this next edition of FPC\, we will discuss the unique perspective and position that youth can and should play in advancing peace from the local to the global level. Our guest speaker for this FPC edition is Jonathan van Varik\, youth worker\, freelance peace-builder\, and the lead coordinator of the 2026 Youth Peace Summit! With Jonathan\, we will discuss how we can  connect youth\, institutions\, organizations\, and governments in dialogue\, innovation\, and inclusion to empower young people worldwide to become active creators of peace. Within that context\, we will explore the contribution of the Youth Peace Summit\, its 2025 Youth Peace Manifesto\, and the summit’s innovative infrastructure for connecting youth peace-builders year-round\, which will be launched at the upcoming 2026 summit! Join us for an informal conversation intended to bring peacebuilders\, enthusiasts\, and citizens together to connect\, share experiences\, and exchange insights on how we can promote resilience within our local communities. \n  \nWhat are the Fireside Peace Chats?\nThe Fireside Peace Chats aim to create a space where practice\, research\, and policy in the field of peacebuilding come together in an informal way through the experiences of people on the ground. By sharing personal stories from peacebuilders and other figures with extensive experience in conflict areas\, we want to contribute to a locally informed paradigm shift in liberal peacebuilding. \nThe Fireside Peace Chats originally emerged as a joint initiative of Leiden University College (LUC)\, the Knowledge Platform for Security and the Rule of Law (KPSRL)\, and The Hague Humanity Hub (THHH). Read more about previous editions here. \n  \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/fireside-peace-chats-youth-peace-with-jonathan-van-varik/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Fireside Peace Chat
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260310T144500
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SUMMARY:Sneak Peek: From Principles to Practice – Building the Peace-Positive Investment Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:PeaceFinance.org and The Hague Humanity Hub\, through the Hub’s Investing in Peace initiative\, invite you to a free Sneak Peek session introducing Peace Finance and a workshop series currently under development. \nThis 75-minute session explores Peace Finance as a practical approach to designing and financing initiatives that intentionally build peace — making trust\, inclusion\, and cooperation part of how organisations and investments behave\, rather than a by-product or safeguard. \nThe Sneak Peek also contributes to the broader Investing in Peace conversations at the Hub. It offers a shared framing and practical lens that can help inform ongoing dialogue within our community. \nThe session brings together actors from across finance\, peacebuilding\, innovation\, and enterprise. Participants will gain a clear introduction to Peace Finance\, exchange perspectives on current challenges\, and help shape what future workshops should focus on in terms of content\, cases\, and practical application. \n	Register now This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/sneak-peek-from-principles-to-practice-building-the-peace-positive-investment-workshop-series/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
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