• [Webinar] Fifteen years of review: The Office of the Ombudsperson to the UN Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee

    Online

    Since the establishment of the Taliban and Al-Qaida sanctions regime (“1267”) by the United Nations Security Council in 1999, which evolved into the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee, over 600 individuals and entities have been subjected to travel bans, asset freezes and arms embargoes. Although playing an integral role in the fight against terrorism, […]

  • [Panel discussion] Business and human rights in times of Russia’s war against Ukraine: Rethinking corporate accountability

    More than three years have passed since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and it has been ten years since the annexation of Crimea. To date, Russia’s capacity to sustain the armed conflict is largely maintained through the exporting of fossil fuels and international trade. Hence, Russia’s invasion also created unprecedented scrutiny on the […]

  • Communicating with impact: How to bring global citizenship and global issues close and create real engagement for international cooperation

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

    How do you embed global citizenship in your organization, and how do you create real, lasting engagement with global issues? How do we bring these topics closer to a wider audience – and how do we also reach young people in the process? During this meeting, we will share learning experiences and insights on how […]

  • Humanitarian Studies: Adapting and reworking in new times and contexts

    The International Institute of Social Studies is hosting the third edition of The Hague Humanitarian Studies Centre’s One-Day Conference which will look at how global political currents affect the work of humanitarian actors and researchers. Global political currents are buffeting humanitarian action and humanitarian studies in multiple contexts across the world, with decisions taken in […]

  • Local Economic Development Course

    The Hague

    Photo by Jose Antonio Gallego Vázquez on Unsplash Introduction Because of globalisation and decentralisation, economic development has shifted from large-scale national plans to territorial bound local plans known as Local Economic Development (LED). LED allows localities to plan and implement their economic development through a representative and participative forum that can build on existing economic […]

  • Het Grote Verkiezingsdebat over Ontwikkelingssamenwerking en Veiligheid

    DCDD organiseert samen met Partos het verkiezingsdebat waarin internationale solidariteit centraal staat. Politieke partijen gaan met elkaar in gesprek over de toekomst van ontwikkelingssamenwerking, noodhulp, defensie en het belang van toegankelijkheid in het buitenlandbeleid. Het grote verkiezingsdebat over ontwikkelingssamenwerking en veiligheid in tijden van crisis Een initiatief van de Dutch Coalition on Disability and Development […]

  • [Colloquium] Securing (the minds) behind the quantum dream?

    Quantum innovation faces major engineering hurdles in translating quantum science into quantum technologies that can scale up and commercialise. The key to unlocking quantum ambitions is the coming together of scientific expertise, engineering acumen and commercial savviness. Achieving these ambitions has sparked intense global competition for talent and expertise. Governments and institutions are responding by […]

  • From Surveillance to Empowerment: Advancing the Responsible Use of Technology in Alternatives to Detention

    The Graduate Institute Chem. Eugène-Rigot 2, Geneva, Switzerland

    Governments are increasingly turning to digital technologies such as GPS ankle monitors and tracking apps as so-called “alternatives to detention.” But a new report from UNSW Sydney’s Kaldor Centre for International Refugee Law, the International Detention Coalition and the Refugee Law Lab shows these tools too often replicate detention in digital form, restricting liberty, undermining dignity and causing real harm for […]

  • Better Safe Than Sorry: Early-warning and action to defend civic space

    Online

    Democracy and civic space are under threat in many parts of the world. How can we recognise these trends early and respond effectively? Which actions, proposals, or statements should raise our concern, and how can civil society - and others - defend fundamental rights and freedoms? Join us for the launch of a new report that compiles […]

  • Just Peace Dialogue: Stemmen uit de stad

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

    Dit is een Nederlandstalig evenement/This event will be held in Dutch. De wereld verandert snel, en daarmee ook de manier waarop we samenleven. Verkiezingen komen eraan, en dat zal ook zijn gevolgen hebben voor Den Haag. Democratische instituties, internationaal recht, het maatschappelijk middenveld en mensenrechten staan wereldwijd – en in toenemende mate ook in Nederland […]

  • Clean Crops, Safe Workers: United for Healthy, Sustainable Supply Chains

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

    How can we protect workers and their communities in the seed, flower, and palm oil industries from the dangers posed by agrochemicals? Mondiaal FNV's symposium will delve into the risks of agrochemicals in agriculture, explore practical solutions for improving workers' health and safety, and highlight the vital role trade unions play in advocating for change. […]

  • It’s possible: a world without growth – come listen to Donnie MacLurcan

    Grey Space in the Middle Paviljoensgracht 20-24, The Hague, Zuid-Holland

    An economy that works for everyone: that's what we all want. It's possible, discovered Donnie MacLurcan, director of the Post Growth Institute in the USA. He'll be in the Netherlands soon and you can experience what Post Growth means. We need to grow, you hear daily. Personally, at work, and as an economy. But is […]

  • Just Peace Open Day 2025

    The Hague

    Save the date for the Just Peace Open Day 2025! Have you ever walked past an impressive building in The Hague and thought, "I wonder what goes on inside there?" On September 21st, a large number of famous buildings and institutions in The Hague will open their doors! Stroll through the corridors of power, take […]

  • [Film screening] Hidden life: Testimonies of Venezuelans in Aruba and Curaçao

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

    Please join us for a free screening of the film Hidden Life (2025) by Martin Maat and Hans Hermans, followed by a panel talk and networking event. This event is co-organised with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and will take place at the Asser Institute on Sunday 21 September.  Hidden Life is the story of the estimated 23,000 Venezuelans on Aruba and […]

  • Migrant Experts Networking Event | MigraVoice

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

    MigraVoice is building a community of #migrant, #refugee & #expat experts here in Europe! Are you from a global majority country and now living in Europe? Would you like to join as an expert in any field with a migration background and connect with fellow experts?   Whether you’re already part of MigraVoice Community or […]

  • Training of Trainers

    The Hague

    Introduction Designing and delivering training in international contexts presents unique challenges. Trainers work with diverse groups with varying experience, cultural backgrounds, and expectations. This requires a flexible, inclusive approach. In our Training of Trainers course, we explore these challenges and provide practical strategies to address them. We cover the full training cycle – from needs assessment to […]

  • Ukraine: Just Peace – Documentary Screening & Discussion with Anya Neistat

    IDFA Documentary Pavilion Vondelpark 3, Amsterdam, Noord Holland, Netherlands

    International law is under pressure, and impunity is on the rise. From Ukraine and Afghanistan to Iraq and Palestine, international crimes and grave human rights violations continue to test the limits of global justice. Too often, perpetrators escape accountability while survivors are left fighting to have their voices heard. But change is happening. Across the […]

  • The Humanitarian Reset and its implications for the Dutch humanitarian field

    The Hague

    This meeting is under Chatham House Rule.   About the event Driven by shifting power dynamics, the global order is becoming increasingly multi-polar. The multilateral order is eroding, and there is a growing disregard for international humanitarian law and human rights. Funding for humanitarian action is confronted with drastic cuts after 15 years of upward financing. […]

  • #Democracy Drinks: Charting a Course for Stronger Democracies

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

    Democracy is not something we can take for granted. In today’s political climate, It's time to move beyond observation and towards proactive engagement, discovering innovative approaches and collaborative efforts. Not just for defending, but actively reinventing and strengthening the vital frameworks of democracy and justice. But how to do this? Join us at the September […]

  • Ready for the future – Introduction to corporate engagement for NGOs

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

    Are you navigating the evolving funding landscape? Join Partos and Women Win for a practical workshop designed to help you explore the potential of corporate engagement. This is your chance to take the first steps towards building sustainable, impactful partnerships with the private sector to better serve your mission. During the workshop we will explore […]