BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Hague Humanity Hub - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Hague Humanity Hub X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.humanityhub.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Hague Humanity Hub REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Amsterdam BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250213T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250213T183000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130508Z CREATED:20250203T075929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130508Z UID:10001223-1739466000-1739471400@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Panel discussion - Climate on trial: lessons from the Milieudefensie versus Shell case DESCRIPTION:On 12 November 2024\, the The Hague Court of Appeal delivered a complex judgment in the Milieudefensie v. Shell This link opens in a new tab climate litigation case\, setting aside the groundbreaking 2021 District Court ruling.  \n\n\n\nAt issue in the appeal was whether Shell must have reduced its CO2 emissions by 45% in 2030 compared to 2019. The court of appeal ruled that Shell is obliged to reduce its CO₂ emissions\, but that it was unable to determine which percentage should apply. The court of appeal therefore rejected the claims of Milieudefensie. \n\n\n\nWhile the appeal judgment may not have delivered the decisive victory climate activists sought\, it offers significant insights into developing judicial attitudes towards corporate responsibility for climate change.  \n\n\n\nJoin the Asser Institute and SEVEN – the Climate Institute (University of Amsterdam) This link opens in a new tab – for a critical examination of this pivotal legal moment in climate litigation. This panel discussion will dissect the implications of the Court of Appeal’s judgment from different angles and explore its significance for future climate accountability strategies.  \n\n\n\nThe Court of Appeal’s judgment\, while not a straightforward victory\, provides critical lessons for how corporations might be held responsible for their climate impact. The case highlighted that while Shell was not legally compelled to meet a specific 45% emissions reduction target\, states and private actors have a shared responsibility under international human rights law to combat climate change that can influence private law obligations. \n\n\n\nNotably\, the judgment coincides with the European Union’s newly adopted Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive\, which will significantly reshape how companies like Shell must approach their climate transition strategies. This directive represents a crucial legal framework that will guide corporate climate responsibilities in the coming years.  \n\n\n\nThe event will explore key themes emerging from the judgment\, including:  \n\n\n\n\nThe shared responsibilities of states and private actors in addressing climate change \n\n\n\nThe horizontal effect of human rights obligations on corporate conduct \n\n\n\nThe evolving legal landscape of corporate climate accountability and the use of strategic litigation \n\n\n\nThe role of international guidelines and emerging EU directives in shaping corporate climate strategies \n\n\n\n\nThere will be a short presentation of the case\, followed by a round of questions facilitated by the moderator\, and an exchange with the room. For those attending in person\, there will be a drinks reception after the event.  \n\n\n\nIn-person and online participation is available. \n\n\n\nModerator:Stephanie Triefus (Asser Institute) This link opens in a new tab  This link opens in a new tab \n\n\n\nSpeakers:  \n\n\n\n\nAndre Nollkaemper – founder of SEVEN (University of Amsterdam) This link opens in a new tab\n\n\n\nSjoukje van Oosterhout – Senior team lead of the climate case against Shell (Milieudefensie) This link opens in a new tab \n\n\n\n\n\nAnneloes Kuiper (Utrecht University) This link opens in a new tab\n\n\n\nChiara Macchi (Wageningen University & Research) This link opens in a new tab (online) \n\n\n\n\nThis event is supported by the Netherlands Network for Human Rights Research This link opens in a new tab URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/panel-discussion-climate-on-trial-lessons-from-the-milieudefensie-versus-shell-case/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/4386.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250217T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250221T170000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130233Z CREATED:20250113T104334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130233Z UID:10001206-1739779200-1740157200@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Local Security Governance and Peacebuilding course DESCRIPTION:Are you working in peacebuilding\, stabilization\, or security sector reform? Don’t miss the opportunity to join the Local Security Governance and Peacebuilding course\, now scheduled for 17–21 February 2025 in The Hague.In this course\, you will: Learn what works (and what doesn’t) in Security Sector Reform Engage with strategies for involving local actors in Peacebuilding Explore conflict and gender-sensitive approaches to programme interventions Share experiences with global experts and peers on Stabilization initiatives Develop actionable solutions for your context through a tailored Back-Home-Action PlanHighlights include: Expert-led workshops by Dion van den Berg\, Dr. Brianne McGonigle Leyh\, Ayman Ayoub. Study visits\, including the International Criminal CourtGroup discounts and discounts for staff from local authorities and local NGOs from countries on the OECD DAC-list are available. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/local-security-governance-and-peacebuilding-course/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/local-gov-peacebuilding-course.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250218T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250218T150000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130557Z CREATED:20250211T073818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130557Z UID:10001232-1739883600-1739890800@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Kick off Meeting Dutch Data for Development Mapping DESCRIPTION:Partos\, the Dutch Enterprise Agency (RVO)\, and the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs (DGIS) are delighted to invite you to the kick-off meeting of the Dutch Digital for Development (D4D) mapping on the 18th of February. This study aims to identify Dutch activities and projects implemented by Dutch NGOs and their partners using digitalisation to increase their impact. \n\n\n\nAbout the mapping\n\n\n\nMany Dutch Civil Society Organisations apply Digital tools and solutions to make their work more impactful\, smart and effective. Yet\, there is not a clear overview of all the Digital for Development initiatives. The main goal of this study is to identify the Dutch actors and initiatives in the field of D4D. This mapping will allow to develop a roadmap with the purpose to promote Dutch excellence in the European D4D Hub and the Global Gateway. \n\n\n\nThe event\n\n\n\nIn this context\, a kick-off meeting is organised to inform Dutch NGOs about the study and to ask for their participation (needs) in the mapping exercise. And to facilitate exchange\, a number of organisations will pitch their digital solutions. \n\n\n\nRegister now for the kick-off meeting\n\n\n\nThis event is only open for Partos members and Dutch NGOs working actively on Data & Digitalisation. Because of the limited number of seats\, please do note that organisations can send only one participant. Registrations are open till Friday February 14th. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/kick-off-meeting-dutch-data-for-development-mapping/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/1739206539034.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250218T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250218T190000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130215Z CREATED:20250121T062516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130215Z UID:10001204-1739898000-1739905200@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:peace & justice Community Drinks DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\nWhat if your next game-changing connection is just a drink away? \nJoin us for the Community Drinks to wind down around a glass\, make new connections\, and get inspired from 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. \nWhat can you expect? \nCome to the Hub on Tuesday\, February 18th\, between 17:00 and 19:00 for a drink (or two) and meet professionals who are working towards a more peaceful and just world. During that time\, you will hear about the inspiring projects and successes of fellow community members. \nWho is it for? \nIf you are working in a professional capacity towards a more peaceful and just world\, you are welcome to join us\, whatever your role and your sector. Come to the Community Drinks\, relax\, and join this vibrant community committed to making our world fairer and more just – one connection at a time. \nWho are the spotlight speakers? \nWhite Helmets Foundation \nThe White Helmets Foundation was founded in 2013 in Syria by a diverse group of volunteers. The aim was to respond to aerial and land bombings and reduce the gap left by the Syrian regime’s withdrawal of basic government services like firefighting and healthcare. The group of volunteers was expanded to 3300 female and male volunteers and strives to save civilian lives and help the communities recover from the impact of the war. This presentation will be given by Diana Khayyata. \nTurquoise Mountain \nTurquoise Mountain supports artisans where their traditions are under threat. The organisation started in 2006 with reviving the Old City of Kabul by clearing it of rubble to reveal the magnificent historic neighbourhood. Today\, with its Institute of Afghan Arts and Architecture at the heart of the neighbourhood\, it trains the next generation of artisans by connecting them to international markets\, which also brings back income to the community. The presentation will be given by Nathalie Paarlberg. \nBoth organisations are going to present examples of the work they do\, challenges they had to overcome but also want to know from their audience what their experiences have been in dealing with change. Finally\, both are going to give a call to action to inspire the community! \n  \nFor any inquiries\, please contact programming@humanityhub.net \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER This link opens in a new tab URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/peace-justice-community-drinks-3/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Community-Drinks-18th-of-February.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250219T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250219T173000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130653Z CREATED:20250213T154200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130653Z UID:10001240-1739980800-1739986200@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:USAID freeze: Impact and consequences DESCRIPTION:Join this insightful panel discussion on the recent USAID funding freeze and the criminalization of its personnel. \n\n\n\nDuring this event\, panellists will explore the broader implications of the freeze\, its potential consequences and the questions it raises for international development and humanitarian efforts. \n\n\n\nThey will examine whether this decision represents a necessary course correction or a concerning shift in policy. \n\n\n\nPanellists\n\n\n\n\nDanielle HirschOpens external\, MP Green Left Party\n\n\n\nDirk-Jan Koch\, International Institute of Social Studies & Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs\n\n\n\nSuying LaiOpens external\, Oxfam Novib\n\n\n\nH.E. Hon. Halima Yussuf Mucheke\, Kenya Ambassador (TBC)\n\n\n\n\nThe event will be moderated by Ruard Ganzevoort\, Rector of ISS. \n\n\n\nThe event will be followed by a reception. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/usaid-freeze-impact-and-consequences/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/usaid.png-1.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250219T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250219T190000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130239Z CREATED:20250116T110041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130239Z UID:10001209-1739984400-1739991600@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:The Handshake with Claire Barnhoorn DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next edition of The Handshake on February 19th! \n\n\n\nThis event series invites seasoned professionals from the peace & justice ecosystem to share the insights they have gained from their career journey\, give advice using the current context of the field\, and answer your questions. It is an opportunity for open discussions and knowledge sharing. This event series aims to inspire young professionals wishing to build a career in the field of peace & justice.  \n\n\n\nThis edition features Claire Barnhoorn\, she will discuss her role as CEO and Founder of Solvoz and offer advice to aspiring professionals looking to work in bringing innovation and entrepreneurship to humanitarian work. ️ \n\n\n\n ️ February 19th\, 17:00-19:00 The Hague Humanity Hub \n\n\n\n#CareersInJustice #CareerDevelopment #Inspiration #Peace #TheHandshake #Humanitarian #TheHague #Peace&Justice URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/the-handshake-with-claire-barnhoorn/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland CATEGORIES:The Handshake ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/The_Handshake_Promo_Banner_6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250220T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250220T170000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130438Z CREATED:20250129T112954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130438Z UID:10001217-1740065400-1740070800@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Just Peace Festival Info Session DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce the Just Peace Festival 2025\, a vibrant platform for dialogue\, collaboration\, and action on the pressing global challenges of peace and justice! \n\n\n\nThe Just Peace Festival is a collaborative\, multistakeholder initiative organised by The Hague Humanity Hub This link opens in a new tab\, Leiden University through the Global Transformations and Governance Challenges Programme This link opens in a new tab\, and Spreeek This link opens in a new tab and the Municipality of The Hague This link opens in a new tab.  \n\n\n\nThe programme will have a blend of cultural\, academic\, social\, and entrepreneural events\, all focused on how we can re-think peace and justice in the current world. \n\n\n\nWe are currently looking for contributors and partners. Your participation can have any shape and form! \n\n\n\nAre you interested in joining the initiative and helping shape the festival with your ideas\, expertise\, and programming? Would you like to collaborate with other contributors in creating engaging activities? We would love to work with you in making the Festival as impactful as possible. Drop us a line at justpeacefestival@humanityhub.net and we will get back to you as soon as possible.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegister for the info session\n\n\n\nDo you want to be a part of the Just Peace Festival 2025 or are interested in learning more about this transformative event? Join our info session on February 20th at The Hague Humanity Hub to explore how you can be involved. This session offers a chance to: – Learn more about the festival’s mission\, themes\, and activities. – Meet fellow contributors and collaborate on ideas. – Discover how your voice\, creativity\, and expertise can help shape this inspiring initiative. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-festival-info-session/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Just-Peace-Month-Open-Day-20240926-Give-credit-to-Holland-Park-Media-85-1-2048x1365-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250220T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250220T200000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130559Z CREATED:19691231T230000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130559Z UID:10001233-1740069000-1740081600@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Just Peace Movie Night: Porcelain War DESCRIPTION:Join Just Peace and the Embassy of Ukraine for a special film screening of the award-winning documentary PORCELAIN WAR\, dedicated to the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Through the power of cinema\, we reflect on resilience\, solidarity\, and the enduring fight for freedom. This event is more than just a screening – it is a space to come together\, honour Ukraine’s struggle\, and show that support knows no borders. \n\n\n\nThe Movie – Porcelain War\n\n\n\nNominated for the 2025 Academy Awards\, this incredible documentary will land in the city of Peace and Justice as a last stop before the Oscars\, to share the incredible story of resilience through art and marking the third anniversary of the start of the war in Ukraine. \n\n\n\nAmidst the chaos and destruction of the brutal Russian invasion of Ukraine\, three artists defiantly find inspiration and beauty as they defend their culture and their country. In a war waged by professional soldiers against ordinary civilians\, Slava Leontyev\, Anya Stasenko and Andrey Stefanov choose to stay behind\, armed with their art\, their cameras and\, for the first time in their lives\, their guns. Despite daily shelling\, Anya finds resistance and purpose in her art\, Andrey takes the dangerous journey to get his young family to safety abroad\, and Slava becomes a weapons instructor for ordinary people who have become unlikely soldiers. As the war intensifies\, Andrey picks up his camera to film their story\, and on tiny porcelain figurines\, Anya and Slava capture their idyllic past\, uncertain present and hope for the future. \n\n\n\nCo-directed by Leontyev and Brendan Bellomo\, with extraordinary footage from first-time cinematographer Stefanov\, Porcelain War embodies the passion and fight that only an artist can put back into the world when it’s crumbling around them. \n\n\n\nProgram and Highlights\n\n\n\n16:30 -17:30 Welcome Reception\, Ukrainian Bites and Networking \n\n\n\n17.30-19.15 Movie Screening \n\n\n\n19.15-19.45 Dialogue \n\n\n\n20.00 Event Ends \n\n\n\nOpening remarks by The Ukranian Chargé d’affaires Anatolii Solovei. \n\n\n\nAdditional remarks: \n\n\n\n\nJill Wilkinson\, Managing Director of the Hague Humanity Hub\n\n\n\nRepresentatives from the Municipality of the Hague\n\n\n\n\nDialogue \n\n\n\nJust Peace Movie Nights are an opportunity to bring meaningful themes of peace and Justice to life in the Hague and to reflect on important issues together. \n\n\n\nThe movie screening will be followed by a 30-minute dialogue\, featuring the perspectives of the protagonists of the movie\, the filmmakers and experts working in the field of protecting art and cultural identity in times of war. \n\n\n\nSpeakers to be confirmed as they are set to travel from Ukraine for the occasion. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-movie-night-porcelain-war/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/JP_Movie_Night_Porcelain_War_Eventbrite_banner_final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250225T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250225T170000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130717Z CREATED:20250221T124203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130717Z UID:10001244-1740499200-1740502800@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Understanding The Netherlands' New Development Priorities DESCRIPTION:On 20 February\, the Dutch government introduced a new direction for its development policy\, as outlined in the Beleidsbrief Ontwikkelingshulp. With significant budget cuts to areas such as gender equality\, education\, and climate initiatives\, as well as a sharpened focus on trade\, security\, and migration\, this shift will reshape how the Netherlands engages in global development. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this exclusive webinar organized by HVFC International and The Hague Humanity Hub. We’ll break down the key changes and implications\, including: \n\n\n\n  Redefining priorities: Increased focus on water management\, food security\, and humanitarian aid.  Budget cuts & restructuring: Phasing out support for gender equality\, higher education\, and climate initiatives.  Strategic partnerships: Aligning aid with Dutch economic and geopolitical interests. \n\n\n\n  Date: Tuesday\, 25 February 2025⏰ Time: 4:00 PM CET / 10:00 AM ETCan’t make it live? Sign up anyway\, and we’ll send you the recording afterward! Feel free to also share this invitation with your network.  URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/webinar-understanding-the-netherlands-new-development-priorities/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/linkedin.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250225T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250225T210000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130709Z CREATED:20250217T132601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130709Z UID:10001242-1740511800-1740517200@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Just Peace Music Night: Kyiv Symphony Orchestra Benefit Concert DESCRIPTION:On February 25th\, The Hague Humanity Hub\, together with the Heritage of the Future Foundation\, presents a symbolic JUST PEACE concert with the Kyiv Symphony Orchestra\, marking the third anniversary of Russia’s war against Ukraine. Under the baton of the world star conductor\, Oksana Lyniv\, the program features works that reflect the horrors of war while offering hope for the victory of justice and humanity. \n\n\n\n25/02 19:30 Kloosterkerk Den Haag \n\n\n\nLange Voorhout 4 \n\n\n\nFree entrance\, please register using the link This link opens in a new tab \n\n\n\nDonations (cash only) are welcome on the night of the event. \n\n\n\n“The tragedy of war is that it does not single out individual heroes but\, like a natural disaster\, devastates everything—every family. It affects soldiers\, men\, brothers\, women\, infants\, artists\, and poets who will never create new works again\, as well as the youth whose future has been stolen. Through this concert program\, we seek to share these harrowing stories and honor the countless victims who lost their lives due to the Russian invasion. War is the antithesis of humanity. That is why we must unite our efforts with all international partners to achieve a just peace for a democratic and sovereign Ukraine.” – Oksana Lyniv \n\n\n\nUkrainian composer Evgeni Orkin’s Five Interrupted Lullabies tells the tragic story of five infants who perished in a missile strike on Odesa in March 2024. \n\n\n\nVictoria Poleva’s Bucha. Lacrimosa for violin and orchestra captures the unspeakable horrors and war crimes committed in Bucha\, near Kyiv\, in 2022. Yuri Laniuk’s Grieving Thorn for soprano and orchestra presents the inner monologue of a thornbush that foresees its branches becoming the crown of thorns for Jesus. All Ukrainian compositions will receive their Dutch premieres during this concert. \n\n\n\nComplementing these contemporary pieces are classical works that inspire hope for the triumph of light: Mozart’s Ave verum corpus\, a serene meditation on grace and redemption\, and Beethoven’s Egmont Overture\, a powerful testament to the struggle against political oppression and the ultimate victory of freedom and self-determination. \n\n\n\nKyiv Symphony Orchestra \n\n\n\nAndrii Murza\, violin \n\n\n\nOlha Diadiv\, soprano \n\n\n\nOksana Lyniv\, conductor \n\n\n\nProgramme: \n\n\n\n\nEvgeni Orkin – “5 Interrupted Lullabies” (15 min)\n\n\n\n\n\nA symphonic portrayal of the night in March 2024 in Odesa\, when a missile attack on a residential area claimed the lives of four children and a baby. Premiered in Denmark in 2024.\n\n\n\n\n\nViktoria Poleva – “Butscha Lacrimosa” for violin and orchestra (15 min)\n\n\n\n\n\nReflecting on the Bucha massacre near Kyiv (Feb–Apr 2022). Premiered at Beethovenfest\, Bonn\, in 2022.\n\n\n\nIntermission\n\n\n\n\n\nYuri Laniuk – “Grieving Thorn” for soprano and orchestra (20 min) – The lament of the thornbush destined to become Christ’s crown of thorns. Set to texts by Ukrainian poet Bohdan-Ihor Antonych\, written in 1991\, its timeless message resonates strongly in times of war. YouTube Link https://youtu.be/s0exxN7wnnU?si=mIJdBkH9EWcEr4pN\n\n\n\nW.A. Mozart – Ave Verum (5 min)\n\n\n\nL. van Beethoven – Egmont Overture (9 min)\n\n\n\n\nSoloists: \n\n\n\n\nAndrii Murza\, violin: Renowned Ukrainian violinist\, soloist\, educator\, and member of the Düsseldorf Symphony Orchestra.\n\n\n\nAndrii Bondarenko\, baritone: Acclaimed by the Financial Times\, enjoys a global career with key roles at Volksoper Wien and debuts at Teatro dell’Opera di Roma and Bergen Philharmonic in 24/25.\n\n\n\nOlha Diadiv\, soprano: Celebrated Ukrainian soprano\, soloist with Bologna\, Trieste\, and Klagenfurt Theatres\, and a debut performer at the Rossini Opera Festival.\n\n\n\n\nConductor:Oksana Lyniv: Former assistant to Kirill Petrenko at the Bavarian State Opera\, Lyniv was the first woman to conduct at the Bayreuth Festival. She has led major orchestras\, was Chief Conductor of Graz Opera (2017–2020)\, and became the first female Music Director of an Italian opera house in Bologna in 2022. In 2024\, she debuted at the Met in New York. \n\n\n\nKyiv Symphony Orchestra:Founded in 1979\, the KSO is one of Ukraine’s leading cultural institutions\, dedicated to preserving Ukrainian musical heritage and representing it globally. The orchestra has performed at prestigious venues like the Berliner Philharmonie\, Elbphilharmonie\, Gewandhaus Leipzig\, and NATO’s Madrid Summit. In 2022\, KSO won the Musical Contest Prize of the Fondation Prince Pierre of Monaco for its contemporary music interpretations. \n\n\n\nVideo and Photography Disclaimer: \n\n\n\nPlease note that during Just Peace events a photographer and/or videographer will be present in order to take picture\, for use by The Hague Humanity Hub and its partners in future marketing efforts. These can include social media usage\, blog posts\, as general marketing material\, and to market future events and initiatives. \n\n\n\nBy attending the Just Peace events you give permission for your image to be used to promote The Hague Talks and the The Hague Humanity Hub in the future. You can withdraw your consent by emailing justpeace@humanityhub.net and specifying the event in question (as well as by providing details to help us identify you). Once consent has been withdrawn\, The Hague Humanity Hub will delete any photo of you as soon as possible. \n\n\n\n\nSIGN UP HERE This link opens in a new tab URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-music-night-kyiv-symphony-orchestra-benefit-concert/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Just_Peace_Music_Night.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250226T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250226T113000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130548Z CREATED:20250207T074818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130548Z UID:10001228-1740565800-1740569400@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Ensuring humanitarian accountability: Lessons in success and failure from climate-related displaced communities in Bangladesh DESCRIPTION:In this Hum-Gov webinar\, PhD Researcher Hyeonggeun Ji and AOSED Executive Director Shamim Arfeen will discuss humanitarian accountability from the perspective of climate-related displaced communities in rural Bangladesh.  \n\n\n\nThey will discuss issues around corruption in emergency aid\, the role of village leaders in manipulating aid resources\, the problem of corruption reporting in close-knit communities\, and more besides.  \n\n\n\nWithin the communities studied\, a surer method for ensuring accountability seems to be through direct and indirect trust-based connections between displaced people and (civic) humanitarian agencies.  \n\n\n\nThe discussion will further underline the need for adopting a context-specific approach to humanitarian accountability\, the role of social networks\, and the specific complexities of ensuring accountability in rural Bangladesh. \n\n\n\nThe webinar will include a presentation by Hyeonggeun Ji\, a reflection by Shamim Arfeen and time for a Q&A with the speakers at the end. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/ensuring-humanitarian-accountability-lessons-in-success-and-failure-from-climate-related-displaced-communities-in-bangladesh/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/psna-kalapara_hum-gov.jpg.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250228T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250313T170000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130459Z CREATED:20250203T074520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130459Z UID:10001220-1740744000-1741885200@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Exhibition - 'Lens on law: Edges of proximity' DESCRIPTION:The T.M.C. Asser Instituut and the Royal Academy of Art The Hague (KABK) proudly present ‘Lens on law: Edges of proximity’ – a collective exhibition that explores the intersection of international law and visual arts. Opening on Friday 28 February 2025\, the show in West Den Haag features work by three emerging photography artists who have collaborated with international law researchers to artistically reflect on complex legal concepts. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition by three 4th year KABK photography students\, Daria Radu\, Anastasia Troshkova and Salome Erni\, tackles\, questions and translates systems of justice\, legal frameworks and institutions of juridical power. It presents three very distinct perspectives on international legal topics\, that were developed during a three-month artist in residency programme at the T.M.C. Asser Instituut\, a research centre for international and European law based in The Hague\, International City of Peace and Justice. The residency\, inspired by the Asser Institute’s research agenda “Rethinking public interests in International and European Law” and celebrating the Asser Institute’s 60th anniversary\, aims to create greater understanding and engagement with international and European law through visual storytelling. \n\n\n\nIn her work ‘[RESTRICTED]’\, Daria Radu addresses the architecture of international legal institutions in The Hague\, demystifying these spaces by highlighting their human elements and questioning their accessibility to the public. Daria was granted access to the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and documented the metaphorical cracks of the seemingly perfect buildings\, drawing attention to the mundane and unnoticed. While justice is destined for everyone\, international law is a construct covered in intricate layers of inaccessibility\, she concludes. \n\n\n\nAnastasia Troshkova similarly explores proximity and distance in her work ‘A Testimony of Birdwatching’\, where she investigates the role of consumer drones in modern warfare and international law. Her work delves into the visual function of small\, manoeuvrable ‘first-person view’ (FPV) drones – both as contemporary cameras and as tools for remote-controlled killing. While Anastasia previously used drones for photography\, video-making\, and entertainment\, she now focuses on footage widely shared on the internet – captured by drones shortly before their deadly attacks. Using a Polaroid camera\, she challenges the distance and the detached gaze that drones create between reality\, the operator\, and the spectator. The scenography is crafted by Boris Steiner. \n\n\n\nSalome Erni works with the visual traces of Case No. ARB/24/44\, an international arbitration between a gas company and the Netherlands which was filed in October 2024. The work not only speaks about the gas exploitation controversy in Groningen\, but also about the designed inaccessibility of investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) arbitrations and a world where states are often complicit with companies when the revenues are high enough\, until the people pressure them to reconsider. By borrowing the language of activism\, Salome tackles the abstract postcolonial frameworks of international dispute settlement and asks the audience: Where is the public interest?  \n\n\n\nSAVE THE DATE – On Thursday 13 March\, West Den Haag\, located in the former American Embassy\, will host a closing event with the artists and speakers from the Asser Institute and the KABK to talk about their perspectives on art and international law. More information will follow soon. \n\n\n\nAbout Cultuurhaven and West Den HaagCultuurhaven is a new platform aimed at fostering connections between city residents and the established cultural field. Through collaboration and exchange across various cultural levels\, the project promotes a more inclusive\, accessible\, and dynamic arts sector in The Hague’s Museumkwartier. Cultuurhaven is organised by West Den Haag\, located in the former US embassy.  \n\n\n\nDo you have ideas or want to learn more? Get in touch with Chloë van Diepen at chloe@westdenhaag.nl URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/exhibition-lens-on-law-edges-of-proximity/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/4390.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250304T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250304T190000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130740Z CREATED:20250225T161535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130740Z UID:10001248-1741107600-1741114800@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:#DemocracyDrinks: Reflections on the Dutch Human Rights Policy DESCRIPTION:Join us on 4 March 2025\, from 17:00 to 19:00 at The Humanity Hub\, The Hague\, for an engaging discussion on the evaluation of Dutch human rights policy and its future direction. \n\n\n\nPolicy Evaluation & Discussion\n\n\n\nOn 11 February 2025\, the Directorate for International Research and Policy Evaluation (IOB)—the independent evaluation service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs—published its assessment of Dutch human rights policy (2017-2022) This link opens in a new tab. \n\n\n\nAt this month’s #DemocracyDrinks\, we will reflect on the key findings of the IOB report\, discuss their implications for future policies\, and explore how civil society can play a role in ensuring effective implementation. \n\n\n\nKey Discussion Topics:\n\n\n\n✅ The Netherlands’ role in multilateral human rights efforts and the need for stronger implementation. \n\n\n\n✅ Strengthening civil society participation in human rights policymaking and addressing the shrinking civic space worldwide. \n\n\n\n✅ Policy coherence: the role of human rights/the rule of law in the wider foreign policy. \n\n\n\nFollowing the moderated discussion\, there will be an interactive Q&A session\, followed by networking over drinks. \n\n\n\nMeet the Speakers\n\n\n\n  Dr. Martin van Vliet – Coordinating Policy Researcher at IOB since 2022\, responsible for leading the evaluation of Dutch human rights policy. He has previously worked with various policy directorates at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs\, the United Nations\, and the Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy\, as well as conducting independent evaluations. \n\n\n\n  Veronika Pišorn – Coordinator of the Netherlands Human Rights Network (BMO)\, who will provide reflections from Dutch civil society and discuss key takeaways from the report. \n\n\n\nAbout the Netherlands Human Rights Network (BMO)\n\n\n\nThe BMO is a coalition of 20 Dutch human rights and development organizations working to ensure human rights remain a priority in Dutch foreign policy. The network also focuses on countering the global trend of shrinking civic space by acting as a bridge between civil society and decision-makers. \n\n\n\nTo stay updated on future #DemocracyDrinks events\, subscribe to our newsletter by emailing democracydrinksthehague@gmail.com or follow our #DemocracyDrinks Eventbrite page. \n\n\n\nWhat are the Democracy Drinks?\n\n\n\n#DemocracyDrinks brings together democracy advocates\, thinkers and enthusiasts at our monthly informal networking events. It is a great way of making new contacts and catching up with people you know; for testing ideas and planning actions; for moral support and inspiration. Feel free to invite friends and colleagues that work on or are interested in defending values like democracy\, rule of law\, human rights… Come along and you will be made welcome! \n\n\n\nThis event series is a collaboration between the Netherlands Helsinki Committee (NHC) and the Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD) and The Hague Humanity Hub. \n\n\n\n#DemocracyDrinks were launched in 2018 by Defend Democracy Executive Director Alice Stollmeyer. Over time\, #DemocracyDrinks have expanded their reach and have been organized in Aarhus\, Berlin\, Brussels\, Budapest\, Copenhagen\, Kathmandu\, Montreal\, The Hague and Washington DC\, and soon also in other cities. The events attract a lively mixture of people from NGOs\, international institutions\, think tanks\, national governments and representations\, academia\, public affairs consultancies\, social businesses and other active citizens. \n\n\n\nPhotos – yes or no? \n\n\n\nPlease note that during Democracy Drinks a photographer and/or videographer will be present in order to take pictures\, for use by the #DemocracyDrinks the Hague partners in future marketing efforts. These can include social media usage\, blog posts\, as general marketing material\, and to market future events and initiatives. \n\n\n\nBy attending Democracy Drinks you give permission for your image to be used to promote The Hague Humanity Hub\, Netherlands Helsinki Committee\, and Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy in the future. You can withdraw your consent by emailing democracydrinksthehague@gmail.com and specifying the event in question (as well as by providing details to help us identify you). Once consent has been withdrawn\, The Hague Humanity Hub\, Netherlands Helsinki Committee\, and Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy will delete any photo of you as soon as is possible. If you’d like to not be featured in any image and/or video capture in an upcoming event\, please notify democracydrinksthehague@gmail.com and we will take step to ensure you are not included in any photos or videos. Thank you for your cooperation! URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/democracydrinks-reflections-on-the-dutch-human-rights-policy/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/https-cdn.evbuc_.com-images-968890723-1363047143973-1-original.20250225-141231.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250306T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250306T180000 DTSTAMP:20250701T144543Z CREATED:20250218T144948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T144543Z UID:10001243-1741276800-1741284000@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:The Handshake with John Marks DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next edition of The Handshake featuring John Marks\, a highly skilled social entrepreneur\, founder of the Nobel Peace Prize nominated NGO Search for Common Ground\, and accomplished author. This event takes place at Inholland Den Haag on March 6th\, 16.00-18.00. \n\n\n\nAre you thinking of a career focused on peacebuilding\, sustainable development or furthering global peace and justice? Are you interested in creative industries? Do you have innovative ideas for solving pressing societal issues and are interested in hearing what it takes to be a successful social entrepreneur? Either way\, you have come to the right place! \n\n\n\nWhether you are a student or a young professional we invite you to join ‘The Handshake‘: an event series where we are joined by senior figures from the world of peace & justice and “for good” sectors to reveal the ins and outs of their careers and network with young talent! There will be moderated conversation\, time for Q&As from the audience and networking. \n\n\n\n\n“To make a difference in the world you have to have a way to apply your vision in concrete ways\, you need to keep showing up and be a persistent risk taker\, but also a calculating risk taker.” \n\n\n\n\nIntroducing John: \n\n\n\nJohn Marks is the author of From Vision to Action: Remaking the World Through Social Entrepreneurship. Until 2014\, he was President of Search for Common Ground\, a non-profit organization he founded in 1982 and built with his wife Susan Collin Marks into the world’s largest peacebuilding NGO with 600 staff members and offices in 36 countries. He also founded Common Ground Productions. In 2018\, his work was nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. He is a best-selling\, award-winning author\, a former US Foreign Service Officer\, a Skoll Awardee in Social Entrepreneurship\, and an Ashoka Senior Fellow. He was a Fellow at Harvard’s Institute of Politics and a Visiting Scholar at Harvard Law School. The UN’s University of Peace awarded him an honorary PhD. \n\n\n\nJohn is joining the Handshake to share insights from his career and how to navigate challenges in the non-profit peace and justice and entrepreneurship sectors and shed light on how to get started especially during these trying times. \n\n\n\nAs after ten years living in Amsterdam\, John and his wife Susan will be moving back to Washington\, DC in April\, this is likely one of your last chances to meet and hear from him first hand. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! \n\n\n\nDuring this unique session at InHolland we will also be joined by Philippa Collin who will share opportunities and approaches to how you can start today in developing individual skills for addressing societal transitions and sustainability challenges\, just as John has dedicated his life to doing. Many of us can feel overwhelmed by the magnitude of such challenges and don’t know where to start taking action. That is why The Expertise Network for Systemic Co-Design (ESC) is proud to present the Inner Development Goals ESC-IDG Hub\, which emphasizes how personal growth contributes to achieving a sustainable society. Join this event to discover how the IDGs and the ESG-IDG Hub can support you in building a meaningful and purpose-driven career. \n\n\n\nPractical information: \n\n\n\nWhen: March 6th\, 16.00-18.00 \n\n\n\nWhere: Inholland University of Applied Science Den Haag \n\n\n\nCosts: Free of charge URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/the-handshake-with-john-marks/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland CATEGORIES:The Handshake ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/The-Handshake-Promo-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250306T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250306T204500 DTSTAMP:20250610T130811Z CREATED:20250305T094207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130811Z UID:10001255-1741287600-1741293900@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:[International Women’s Day] Bertha von Suttner: A beacon for women in international law and peace activism DESCRIPTION:In honour of International Women’s Day\, the Asser Institute will host a panel discussion\, reflecting on Bertha Von Suttner’s (9 juni 1843 – Wenen\, 21 juni 1914) invaluable contributions and examining how her principles continue to influence the work of legal professionals and peacebuilders today. As a pioneering figure in the peace movement and the first woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize\, von Suttner’s legacy resonates powerfully with the Asser Institute’s celebration for its 60th year and mission of advancing international law. More than a century ago\, Bertha von Suttner made history as the first woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize. The Peace Palace’s ‘spiritual mother’\, and bestselling author of the world famous anti-war novel “Die Waffen Nieder” (Lay Down Your Arms)\, fought tirelessly for peace\, challenging male-dominated power structures that justified war. But today\, the struggle for gender equality in international law and peacebuilding is far from over. On 6 March\, the Asser Institute will honour von Suttner’s legacy with a special International Women’s Day event\, bringing together female judges\, legal scholars\, and activists for a night of reflection. The evening will open with a speech by Liesbeth Lijnzaad This link opens in a new tab\, Judge at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea\, highlighting the importance of women’s contributions to international law. Next\, artist Ingrid Rollema This link opens in a new tab\, well-known for the statue of Von Suttner This link opens in a new tab that she made for the International Court of Justice in The Hague\, will deliver the keynote. Rollema\, who travelled all over Europe to retrace Von Suttner’s footsteps\, will share the evening with a story about Von Suttner’s “juicy life” (dixit Rollema) and how her impactful legacy can inspire and empower women working in\, or interested in\, international law. Following this\, a panel discussion featuring Prof. Dr. Janne E. Nijman This link opens in a new tab (UvA\, Geneva Graduate Institute)\, and Priya Pillai This link opens in a new tab\, lawyer and international law specialist\, will delve into critical questions: How far have we come in achieving gender equality in international law? What challenges remain? What role do women play in shaping global justice?  Moderated by Gabrielė Chlevickaitė This link opens in a new tab (Asser Institute)\, the discussion will be followed by a Q&A session\, allowing you to engage with the speakers and share their perspectives. With pressing geopolitical conflicts and growing threats to international legal norms\, this discussion is a timely reminder that gender equality is not just a matter of rights—it is essential for achieving lasting peace. Honouring peace activist Von Suttner would offer some vital balance and celebrate the crucial contributions of women to international law.  \n\n\n\nAs the Asser Institute’s former academic director Janne Nijman once put it: “We need to know and teach about women who dared to swim against the tide. Bertha Von Suttner did exactly so. She was the first woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize\, so she is an important historical example.”  \n\n\n\nDate: 6 March 2025 Venue: Asser Institute  \n\n\n\nPreliminary programme 19.00 Registrations open19.30Opening speech by Liesbeth Lijnzaad19.40Keynote speech by Ingrid Rollema – About Bertha’s ‘juicy’ life  20.00Women in International Law: Shaping Peace\, Justice and the Path for Future Generations A panel discussion by female judges and scholars featuring Janne E. Nijman\, Priya Pillai.20.30Q&A20.45EndModeration: Gabrielė Chlevickaitė  \n\n\n\nAbout Bertha von SuttnerBertha von Suttner was an advocate and writer who used her voice to shape the global pacifism movement. Her novel Lay Down Your Arms was groundbreaking\, not just for its anti-war message but for how it humanised the horrors of war\, making it accessible to a broad audience. She believed that ‘war was an institution handed down to us by the barbarians and to be removed by civilisation.’ According to her\, the world was simply not organised for states to solve their problems non-violently. Therefore\, her idea of peace was to be achieved by law. As vice-president of the International Peace Bureau\, she played a crucial role in fostering international cooperation and promoting peaceful conflict resolution. She actively participated in the First Hague Peace Conferences in 1899 and 1907\, where world leaders and diplomats gathered to discuss disarmament and international arbitration. Her influence reached Alfred Nobel\, contributing to his decision to establish the Nobel Peace Prize. Though she did not live to see the First World War\, her work laid the foundation for future peace efforts\, inspiring generations of activists.  URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/international-womens-day-bertha-von-suttner-a-beacon-for-women-in-international-law-and-peace-activism/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bertha_von_Suttner_nobel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250307T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250307T121500 DTSTAMP:20250610T130555Z CREATED:20250210T081853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130555Z UID:10001231-1741346100-1741349700@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:PeaceTech Meetup#1 DESCRIPTION:PeaceTech. Dual use or not. We need more of it. This is the first online meetup in a series of events on PeaceTech for changemakers with an appitite for reconciliation\, empathy\, love and disarmament. PeaceTech is the niche space of social and impact-driven entrepreneurship with the simple aim to positively influence peace. \n\n\n\n​Expect an open gathering of like-minded people to share insights\, inspiration and celebrations. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/peacetech-meetup1/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/photo-1560975292-41e2703ebfa0.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250308T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250308T130000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130804Z CREATED:20250304T075112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130804Z UID:10001253-1741438800-1741438800@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Feminist March DESCRIPTION:// English Below // \n\n\n\nOp 8 maart is het internationale vrouwendag en staan we stil bij de nog altijd bestaande genderongelijkheid. Op veel plekken neemt de ongelijkheid zelfs toe en staan de rechten van vrouwen en LHBTIQ+ personen onder druk. \n\n\n\nDaarom is het belangrijk om ons uit te spreken en in actie te komen. Over de hele wereld mobiliseren feministische bewegingen zich om weerstand te bieden aan de groeiende tegenreactie op onze rechten. \n\n\n\nSluit je aan! Verspreid de boodschap en loop met ons mee van de Dam naar het Museumplein! \n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nOn March 8th\, it’s International Women’s Day\, a time to reflect on the ongoing gender inequality. In many places\, inequality is even increasing\, and the rights of women and LGBTQIA+ people are under pressure. \n\n\n\nThat’s why it’s important to speak out and take action. Around the world\, feminist movements are mobilising to resist the growing backlash against our rights. \n\n\n\nGet involved! Spread the message and march with us from Dam Square to Museumplein! URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/feminist-march/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Feminist-March.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250310T171500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250310T193000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130553Z CREATED:20250210T081514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130553Z UID:10001230-1741626900-1741635000@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:FPC - The Zainichi Korean Community\, the Division\, and Peace Movement DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next edition in the Fireside Peace Chats (FPC) series\, titled “The Zainichi Korean Community\, the Division\, and Peace Movement”. This edition takes place with Kyungmook Kim\, a professor of peace studies and activist within Japanese civil society. The Korean Peninsula was under Japanese colonial rule for 36 years\, from 1910 to 1945. During this time\, more than 2 million Koreans lived in Japan\, and approximately 700\,000 of them remained there after the colonial period ended. After Korea gained its independence\, the Peninsula was divided at the 38th parallel\, leading to a division among the ethnic Korean minority into pro-North and pro-South factions. In this edition of FPC\, we will talk about  the complex situation of Zainichi Koreans\, examining their experiences in the diaspora and the topic of Korean unification. \n\n\n\nKyungmook Kim is professor of Global Asian Studies/Peace Studies at the \n\n\n\nSchool of Culture\, Media and Society\, Waseda University\, Japan. He \n\n\n\nworked as a programme officer at a Tokyo headquartered international \n\n\n\nNGO\, Japan International Volunteer Centre (1999–2002). He has been \n\n\n\naffiliated to Waseda University since 2016\, after teaching peace studies \n\n\n\nfor 11 years at Chukyo University\, Japan. He has published several books in Korean and in Japanese. \n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\nMaja Vodopivec (Leiden University College) \n\n\n\nApproximate Agenda \n\n\n\n17:15-17:30: Guest Walk-ins \n\n\n\n17:30-18:45: Discussion \n\n\n\n18:45-19:30: Informal drinks & Networking URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/fpc-the-zainichi-korean-community-the-division-and-peace-movement/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Frame_185.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250310T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250310T193000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130743Z CREATED:20250227T140052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130743Z UID:10001249-1741629600-1741635000@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:UNDP Frontline Talks: Building Peace and Justice in a world of multidimensional crises DESCRIPTION:As conflicts and crises become more complex and interconnected\, efforts to build peace and strengthen justice systems must be adaptive\, inclusive\, and locally grounded. This discussion will explore how UNDP and its partners are navigating these challenges – linking governance\, rule of law\, and conflict prevention with approaches that empower local actors and foster resilience. \n\n\n\nSpeakers from Iraq\, Moldova\, and UNDP’s Africa regional programme\, along with Dutch partners such as Clingendael Academy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs\, will share insights on addressing multidimensional crises\, supporting locally led solutions\, and strengthening national and regional responses. The conversation will highlight experiences from different contexts\, showcasing how collaboration across levels—whether through institutional reforms or mediation at the community level—can contribute to more sustainable peace and justice. \n\n\n\nThe first UNDP “Frontline talks” will feature a moderated conversation with speakers sharing perspectives and experiences\, leaving time for an interactive exchange (Q&A) with the audience at the end. \n\n\n\nModerator: \n\n\n\nKaty Thompson This link opens in a new tab\, Co-Director\, Governance\, Rule of Law and Peacebuilding (GRP) Hub\, UNDP \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nManon Olsthoorn This link opens in a new tab\, Policy Coordinator – Access to Justice\, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands.\n\n\n\nRon Ton This link opens in a new tab\, Director of Clingendael Academy\, the Netherlands\n\n\n\nSundus Abass This link opens in a new tab\, Gender Specialist and Peace Pillar Lead\, officer in charge\, UNDP Iraq\n\n\n\nKristin Jenssen This link opens in a new tab\, Peace and Development Advisor\, Moldova\n\n\n\nVictoria de Mello This link opens in a new tab\, Rule of Law\, Security and Human Rights Specialist\, Regional Service Center for Africa\, UNDP\n\n\n\n\nFor any questions or concerns\, please contact programming@humanityhub.net URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/undp-frontline-talks-building-peace-and-justice-in-a-world-of-multidimensional-crises/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/UNDP-Frontline-Talks-for-web-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250311T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250311T190000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130719Z CREATED:20250221T150236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130719Z UID:10001245-1741712400-1741719600@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:KUNO Networking Drinks DESCRIPTION:KUNO invites you all to join our Network drinks on Tuesday afternoon 11 March. \n\n\n\nNetwork drinks\n\n\n\nKUNO would like to invite all of you to join the KUNO Network drinks. It’s an opportunity to meet each other\, to reflect on our work – especially in the context of current political developments – or simply to enjoy a pleasant conversation with colleagues. \n\n\n\nYou are all very welcome to join. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nPlease register via: kuno@kuno-platform.nl \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/kuno-networking-drinks/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/1739871493208.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250313T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250313T220000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130720Z CREATED:20250224T071249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130720Z UID:10001246-1741890600-1741903200@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Cultuurhaven: Unlocking International Law DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how international law shapes your world? Join us for an evening of inspiring art\, moving music\, thought-provoking poetry\, and lively discussions as we explore these powerful forces in a new light. This special event\, “Unlocking international law”\, co-organised by the Asser Institute and the KABK\, brings together artists\, legal experts\, and you for an engaging exploration of justice\, at a time where the international legal order is severely under pressure. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition “Lens on Law: Edges of proximity” features the work of photographers Salome Erni\, Daria Radu\, and Anastasia Troshkova from The Royal Academy of Art The Hague (KABK). The artists have spent time at the Asser Institute\, a research centre for international and European law\, exploring the visual dimensions of international law and creating art that invites us to see law in a whole new way. \n\n\n\nThe evening begins with a keynote by Sofia Stolk (VU Amsterdam)\, ‘Law in the eye of the beholder: how visuals shape our world order’ Sofia\, an expert on the intersection of international law and art\, will explore how the way we visualise law – from the buildings where it’s made to its presence online – shapes our understanding of it\, and the other way around. \n\n\n\nNext\, enjoy an acoustic performance by singers Miray and Cas\, featuring the protest song ‘A matter of habit’ This link opens in a new tab by Norwegian folk singer Moddi\, and ‘Imagine This link opens in a new tab’\, John Lennon’s utopian dream about unity\, brotherhood and peace\, and an original song This link opens in a new tab by Cas. \n\n\n\nAfter a short break\, prepare to be moved by a poetry recital by Sena Aydin that delves into the paradox of international law: its seeming detachment from everyday life\, yet its profound impact on individuals and societies. Powerful images will accompany the performance\, deepening our connection to the themes of justice and accessibility. \n\n\n\nA talkshow will follow\, featuring photographers Salome Erni\, Daria Radu\, Anastasia Troshkova and legal scholars Carl Emilio Lewis\, Stephanie Triefus\, and Tarik Gherbaoui\, who mentored the artists during their residencies at the Asser Institute. Together\, they will explore how art can highlight the human dimensions of law while also interrogating its accessibility\, transparency\, and societal impact. While international law establishes rules\, art serves as a space for questioning and bending them. Could this intersection of law and art spark innovative thinking and fresh perspectives on global challenges\, leading to more creative and effective solutions? Curiosity piqued? Get your burning questions ready for the Q&A. \n\n\n\nThroughout the evening\, we will get creative! There will be art supplies on hand\, including old law books you can creatively transform\, so you can share your thoughts and feelings about international law and justice. \n\n\n\nThis free event in West Den Haag\, in the former US Embassy\, is open to everyone – legal academics and practitioners\, students\, artists\, and anyone curious about the world around us. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening that promises to broaden your understanding of international law and justice through art. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/cultuurhaven-unlocking-international-law/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Westdenhaag.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250316T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250317T173000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130910Z CREATED:20250312T075317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130910Z UID:10001262-1742151600-1742232600@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Screening of a documentary film by The Kyiv Independent: Can You Hear Me? - The invisible battles of Ukrainian military medics DESCRIPTION:Amsterdam and The Hague Screenings | Info  \n\n\n\nThe documentary “Can You Hear Me? The Invisible Battles of Ukrainian Military Medics” follows a group of Ukrainian military medics as they travel from the heat of battle in war-torn Ukraine to the serene forests of Sweden for a mental health retreat. For the first time since 2022\, these medics have a chance to process the trauma they have experienced – grappling with the loss of brothers-in-arms\, surviving Russian captivity\, and the weight of guilt over soldiers they couldn’t save. The film is directed by Francis Farrell and Olena Zashko and produced by Kyiv Independent. \n\n\n\nThe Kyiv Independent\, in partnership with the Embassy of Sweden andthe Embassy of Ukraine in the Netherlands\, will be hosting two screenings. You can choose the city that suits you best. The film will be screened in Ukrainian with English subtitles\, followed by a discussion with the film’s authors in English. \n\n\n\nAmsterdam Screening:\n\n\n\n\nDate: March 16\, 2025\, at 19:00\n\n\n\nLocation: Filmtheater Kriterion\, Roetersstraat 170\, 1018 WE Amsterdam\, Netherlands\n\n\n\nThe film will be screened in Ukrainian with English subtitles\, followed by a discussion with the film’s authors in English. The moderator is Simone Peek\, an independent Dutch journalist and writer who has been covering Ukraine since 2022 and co-hosts an investigative journalism podcast.\n\n\n\nSign up for Amsterdam: https://forms.gle/y8BM2QmYPUp69sUN8 This link opens in a new tab\n\n\n\n\nThe Hague Screening:\n\n\n\n\nDate: March 17\, 2025\, at 16:00\n\n\n\nLocation: Filmhuis Den Haag\, Spui 191\, 2511 BN Den Haag\, Netherlands\n\n\n\nThe film will be screened in Ukrainian with English subtitles\, followed by a discussion with the film’s authors in English. The moderator is Yana Rudenko\, a Ukrainian activist and student leader who co-founded DroneAid and the ABBA student association\, advocating for Ukraine.\n\n\n\nSign up for The Hague: https://forms.gle/n9Ep3s2XRGAxrSLN8 This link opens in a new tab\n\n\n\n\nMore About the Tour:\n\n\n\n\nArticle on The Kyiv Independent website: Kyiv Independent’s Film About Military Medics Will Be Screened in 6 More European Cities This link opens in a new tab\n\n\n\nPodcast Mention: Francis Dearnley\, an executive editor at The Telegraph\, shared about our screening tour in “Ukraine: The Latest”\, the biggest podcast on Ukraine.\n\n\n\nBrussels Times Article: The Brussels Times wrote an article about the first stop of our tour in Brussels. Read the article here. This link opens in a new tab URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/screening-of-a-documentary-film-by-the-kyiv-independent-can-you-hear-me-the-invisible-battles-of-ukrainian-military-medics/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/TOUR-2.0-poster-The-Netherlands.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250318T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250318T124500 DTSTAMP:20250610T130801Z CREATED:20250304T073658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130801Z UID:10001252-1742299200-1742301900@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:LNOB Brown Bag session: anti-rights movement DESCRIPTION:Across the world\, anti-rights movements are growing\, threatening human rights\, gender equality and civic space. But how do these movements operate? And what can we do as a sector to counteract their influence? \n\n\n\nJoin the next Partos LNOB Brown Bag Session for an in-depth discussion on the global rise of anti-rights actors and their impact on development cooperation. \n\n\n\nJoined by Mama Cash\, the Love Alliance\, and Aidsfonds\, this event will give examples of anti-rights groups and how they manifest in our societies. You are invited to bring your own lunch and engage! URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/%f0%9d%97%a7%f0%9d%97%b5%f0%9d%97%b2-%f0%9d%97%a5%f0%9d%97%b6%f0%9d%98%80%f0%9d%97%b2-%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%97%b3-%f0%9d%98%81%f0%9d%97%b5%f0%9d%97%b2-%f0%9d%97%94%f0%9d%97%bb%f0%9d%98%81%f0%9d%97%b6/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Brown-bag.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250318T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250318T170000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130755Z CREATED:20250304T070313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130755Z UID:10001250-1742310000-1742317200@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Advancing Climate Justice Through Inclusive Decision-Making DESCRIPTION:Climate justice requires inclusive decision-making that represents the voices of those most affected by climate change\, such as Indigenous Peoples\, young people and affected communities from the Global South. However\, a lack of transparency and meaningful participation in climate negotiations often leaves these groups sidelined or reduced to token representation. How can we ensure that climate policies and decisions reflect the lived experiences and expertise of those on the frontlines of the crisis? \n\n\n\nPartos and the The Hague Humanity Hub are organising a learning session to find answers to this question. This event will bring together The Hague Climate Justice Hub and the Partos Climate Justice CoP to promote learning and collaboration between different organisations active in the climate justice space.  The session will take place in-person at the The Hague Humanity Hub and online via Zoom. \n\n\n\nIn this engaging learning session\, we will hear from guest speakers who bring diverse perspectives on Climate Justice to the table\, ranging from local activists to regional Climate Justice initiatives. What makes Climate Justice so crucial? What are good practices for meaningful participation? What happens when the perspectives of those at the frontlines of the crisis are central in decision making? And what role can NGOs play in advancing this cause? During the session\, we will explore the work of these key actors\, and following their presentations\, we’ll open the floor for a discussion on best practices\, challenges and concrete actions. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n–Jacob Baraza\, Founder/CEO and Water & Climate Governance Expert at Water Practice International \n\n\n\n-Chautuileo Tranamil\, Co-Founder Indigenous Liberation Movement \n\n\n\n–Anyse Pereira\, Programme Manager\, and Climate\, Biodiversity and Natural Resources Governance Consultant \n\n\n\n–Charles Mpoyi\, Tropenbos DRC and the Green Livelihoods Alliance \n\n\n\n–Charles Mwangi\, Head of Programmes at PACJA\, the Panafrican Climate Justice Alliance URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/advancing-climate-justice-through-inclusive-decision-making/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/climate-justice-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250319T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250319T150000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130722Z CREATED:20250225T134718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130722Z UID:10001247-1742396400-1742396400@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:The New Fight Against Corruption DESCRIPTION:New U.S. policies threatening the enforcement of whistleblower and anti-corruption laws demand new tactics for fighting corruption. In this event\, U.S. whistleblower experts from leading whistleblower law firm\, Kohn\, Kohn & Colapinto LLP (KKC)\, as well as the National Whistleblower Center (NWC) will address the new realities and necessary solutions. \n\n\n\nSince 1988\, the NWC and KKC have led the development of U.S. whistleblower and anti-corruption laws that have been used to enforce anti-bribery and money laundering laws worldwide. They are the attorneys behind some of the largest whistleblower cases\, including Howard Wilkinson’s exposure of a $230 billion Russian money laundering scheme and Bradley Birkenfeld’s exposure of a $780 million tax fraud scheme by UBS. \n\n\n\nThe National Whistleblower Center has been at the forefront of developing and advocating for powerful anti-corruption laws like the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act\, the Dodd-Frank Act\, and the Anti-Money Laundering Whistleblower Improvement Act. These laws have been utilized by whistleblowers worldwide and resulted in billions of dollars in recoveries. \n\n\n\nForeign governments and anti-corruption civil societies have long relied on the U.S. framework as a deterrent\, regulation\, and enforcement for corruption. With these effective U.S. laws now under attack\, it is vital that governments and civil society leaders concerned about transnational corruption work urgently to strengthen their anti-corruption and whistleblower protection. \n\n\n\nThis event will introduce members of the Humanity Hub and other groups and persons concerned with fighting corruption to the resources available from KKC and the NWC to aid in their advocacy. Recent trends in the U.S. impacting global anti-corruption efforts will be discussed\, along with potential solutions to fill the enforcement void caused by changes in U.S. policy. \n\n\n\nPlease register using the form linked below.Participation will be confirmed upon invitation.Refreshments will be served! URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/the-new-fight-against-corruption/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/The-New-Fight-Against-Corruption-100.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250320T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250320T110000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130759Z CREATED:20250304T072307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130759Z UID:10001251-1742463000-1742468400@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Info Session - Navigating EU Funding: Unpacking the CERV Programme DESCRIPTION:In this hybrid event you will gain insights into EU funding and specifically the EU CERV programme\, its objectives\, how it works and how to apply. The session is a combination of presentations\, Q&A and a practical exercise. \n\n\n\nWho is it for? \n\n\n\nNon-profit organisations\, public bodies\, civil society organisations based in the EU or in countries associated with the CERV program\, that work on democracy\, fundamental rights and EU values. \n\n\n\nGuests: \n\n\n\nKenneth van Toll\, senior consultant at HVFC; \n\n\n\nRong Zwemmer and Roshni Ramautar\, National contact point for CERV programme at RVO. \n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n9:30 to 9:45: Presentation on European Commission Funding \n\n\n\n9:45 to 9:55: RVO’s presentation on CERV Funding\, mentioning the open calls now\, giving some advice and highlighting requirements. \n\n\n\n9:55 to 10:10: Q&A – conclusion \n\n\n\n10:10 to 10:30: practical exercise on building partnerships. Especially if you are new to EC Funding\, the best advice is for you to engage in partnership with organisations that have more experience. During this exercise the experts will guide you to find new partners or to offer services as a potential partner. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain more insights into the process. \n\n\n\nPractical Details: \n\n\n\nFormat: hybrid. Participants can either book an in-person ticket or an online one on this page. Online participants will receive a zoom link to attend. \n\n\n\nThe Training: This session is part of the Fundraising Training Series offered within The Humanity Hub’s Access to Funding programme in collaboration with HVFC. Every session is interconnected\, designed to build on previous knowledge and create a cohesive learning experience. While attending the full series is recommended for maximum benefit\, participants can join individual sessions too. \n\n\n\nCost: Free for all participants \n\n\n\nAbout the programme: \n\n\n\nThis session is part of the Fundraising Training Series offered within The Humanity Hub’s Access to Funding programme in collaboration with HVFC. The programme aims to strengthen the fundraising knowledge and capability of the peace and justice community\, foster connection and knowledge sharing on relevant fundraising topics and potentially support the emergence of new collaborations and fundraising partnerships within the community. Visit our website to learn more about the programme and get involved. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/info-session-navigating-eu-funding-unpacking-the-cerv-programme/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Access-to-Funding-Sessions-1-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250320T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250320T123000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130707Z CREATED:20250213T165731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130707Z UID:10001241-1742468400-1742473800@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Turning lessons into legacy: Strategies for documenting and sharing programme insights DESCRIPTION:How can you ensure that valuable insights from your programmes and interventions don’t get lost but instead drive future impact? Join our SP Lab learning session on documenting and sharing lessons learned within your organisation and beyond.   \n\n\n\nWithin the volatile world of development funding\, documenting and using lessons learned is essential. Therefore\, the Partos SP Lab is organising a series of learning sessions on learning in programmes\, organisations and partnerships. During this first session we will focus on learning from programmes such as the Power of Voices Partnerships. \n\n\n\nDrawing on concrete experiences\, we will discuss practical strategies for integrating learning from the start of a programme and identify ways to communicate insights effectively to different audiences. \n\n\n\nIn this interactive session\, we discuss questions such as: \n\n\n\n\nHow do we tailor documentation and learning processes to the needs of internal teams and external stakeholders?\n\n\n\nHow can we move beyond reports and truly embed learning into our organisations?\n\n\n\nHow can we use our insights to show the impact we made and improve future practices?\n\n\n\n\nThis session will provide ample opportunity to learn from each other\, exchange insights and challenges\, and jointly identify best practices. \n\n\n\nThis is the first session of a series of learning sessions on sustained learning. In subsequent sessions we will dive deeper into embedding learning in organisations and decolonising learning in equitable partnerships. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/turning-lessons-into-legacy-strategies-for-documenting-and-sharing-programme-insights/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/partos.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250321T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250321T100000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130834Z CREATED:20250310T125632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130834Z UID:10001259-1742544000-1742551200@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Building Impact from the Start DESCRIPTION:Big ideas need a strong foundation! Join a breakfast session with expert founders sharing insights on building impact-driven businesses. \n\n\n\nImpact isn’t an afterthought—it’s embedded in the DNA of your venture from day one. \n\n\n\nDreaming of launching a business that truly makes an impact? This is your chance to learn from those who’ve done it! \n\n\n\nJoin for an inspiring breakfast session\, where expert founders will share real-life experiences on building and growing purpose-driven businesses. Through engaging talks and hands-on exercises\, you’ll gain practical tools to design\, evaluate\, and strengthen the foundation of your own impact venture. \n\n\n\nThis session is all about actionable insights—helping you uncover blind spots\, tackle future challenges\, and map out your next steps toward creating a business that drives real change. Whether you’re at the idea stage or already on your journey\, this is your opportunity to connect\, learn\, and fuel your ambitions in a supportive space. \n\n\n\nOh\, and did we mention there’s a delicious breakfast buffet included?  \n\n\n\nMeet the Speakers: \n\n\n\nGerrit Jan van ‘t Veen is a mentor\, strategist\, and connector of ideas and people. As a fellow at We Are Changemakers\, a global incubator for social and impact-driven entrepreneurs\, he leads international expansion and mentoring efforts. With his boutique agency\, What Would The Birds Say\, he is curating a new conference set for March 2026 in Europe—an event designed to bring together artists\, collectives\, and labs to explore pathways toward a future worth arriving at. Gerrit Jan thrives on flow\, energy\, and thoughtful provocation. He’s a big-picture thinker\, exceptional at strategy\, and prefers to leave the details to those who love them. Music scores his daily work\, setting the rhythm for creativity\, collaboration\, and impact. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/building-impact-from-the-start/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Building-Impact.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250324T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250324T200000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130846Z CREATED:20250311T072130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130846Z UID:10001260-1742835600-1742846400@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Feel at Home Event DESCRIPTION:Do you want to get involved in the different international communities in The Hague or are you just curious to meet other internationals? The Feel at Home event is a great way to meet and mingle! \n\n\n\nJoin the Hague International Centre’s Feel at Home event on Monday 24 March 2025 at De Boterwaag in the city center of The Hague\, for an informative and engaging evening! Meet a panel of experts who will provide you with helpful information on a wide range of topics such as housing\, education\, taxes\, healthcare\, social clubs\, international communities and more. \n\n\n\nParticipation is free for everyone and includes a drink and snacks. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/feel-at-home-event/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Feel-at-Home-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250326T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250326T133000 DTSTAMP:20250610T130819Z CREATED:20250310T124420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T130819Z UID:10001258-1742990400-1742995800@www.humanityhub.org SUMMARY:Protecting Culture in Times of Crisis DESCRIPTION:Humanitarian Governance webinar series \n\n\n\n© Cultural Emergency Response\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Cultural Emergency Response and The Hague Humanitarian Studies Centre at the International Institute of Social Studies\, for a webinar on protecting culture in times of crisis.  \n\n\n\nSpeakers Nimalka Passanha (Project Coordinator at CER)\, Shyamika Jayasundara-Smits (Associate Professor in Conflict & Peace Studies at ISS) and Kaira Zoe Canete (Senior Researcher at HSC) will discuss the connection between psychosocial care and humanitarian crisis\, the interplay between physical sites\, buildings and artefacts and the societies in which they are situated\, and the importance of maintaining the agency of people within a crisis through their (material and non) culture. \n\n\n\nThe speakers will also look at the role of international agencies and organisations in facilitating recovery and agency for those affected by crisis\, as well as the role of cultural (re)generation and preservation in peacebuilding. \n\n\n\nWhat is Cultural Emergency Response?\n\n\n\nCultural Emergency Response (CER) is an international NGO that collaborates with local partners to safeguard heritage at risk from disaster or conflict.  \n\n\n\nActing as a cultural ambulance\, CER facilitates rapid and flexible first-aid interventions to protect culture in crisis\, preventing irreversible loss and ensuring its preservation for future generations. Since 2003\, CER has supported over 560 cultural emergency projects across more than 85 vulnerable and hard-to-reach countries\, always working in direct partnership with local actors. Its cultural emergency response mechanism remains active at all times\, with grant applications for first-aid to heritage under threat accepted on a rolling basis. \n\n\n\nNimalka Passanha is a Project Coordinator at Cultural Emergency Response (CER)\, overseeing acute cultural emergency response projects and fostering global partnerships. She plays a key role in strengthening CER’s emergency response mechanism\, including early-warning systems\, scouting efforts\, and proactive network development in vulnerable regions. She currently leads CER’s Action Plans in Ukraine and Palestine. URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/protecting-culture-in-times-of-crisis/ LOCATION:Zuid-Holland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.humanityhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/cultural-emergency-response.jpg-1.avif END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR