Events

On 18 September 2024, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted Resolution A/RES/ES-10/24. The resolution, introduced by the State of Palestine, welcomed the International Court of Justice (ICJ) Advisory Opinion from 19 July 2024 on the Legal consequences arising from the Policies and Practices of Israel in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem. It […]

Description This 2.5-hour online session combines a theoretical overview with practical demonstrations to explore how artificial intelligence can be utilised to support open-source intelligence today. This session is designed for individuals interested in how AI is reshaping information monitoring, gathering, and analysis, not just for OSINT investigators, but also for journalists, researchers, policy makers, and […]

THE LEADING EXPAT FAIR IN THE NETHERLANDS Expats are citizens of the world, but they still have local needs. Whether you’re a new arrival or long-term resident, there’s a lot to learn about life in the Netherlands: from finding a house, a job, or a school for your kids, to choosing an accountant, legal advisor […]

A global gathering of peacebuilders and their allies. Peace Connect will be the first event of its kind: a global peacebuilding gathering for local peacebuilders and their allies. Held in Nairobi, Kenya, Peace Connect will bring together hundreds of peacebuilders from the Global South to share, learn and create.

The global non-proliferation norms regarding the use and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction are under pressure. The threat posed by nuclear, chemical and biological weapons has reached levels of urgency not seen since the Cold War. Consequently, there is a growing demand for professionals with the necessary legal, technical and policy expertise to tackle the challenges […]

This short online course examines the dynamic and often contested space where gender, sport, and human rights intersect. It explores key issues such as eligibility regulations and inclusion, with particular attention to the experiences of transgender athletes and athletes with sex variations. The course incorporates evolving international developments—including the landmark 2025 judgment of the European […]

Are you an international living in the Netherlands and preparing to vote for the first time? Join us on Wednesday, 15 October 2025, at 18:30 in The Hague for a one-off educational event designed to help internationals better understand the Dutch voting process. For many newcomers, reliable, accessible information about voting in the Netherlands can be hard […]

Professor Dirk-Jan Koch will give his inaugural lecture investigating the changes to Dutch development cooperation during the 73rd anniversary celebration of the International Institute of Social Studies.   The title of the inaugural lecture is 'The Rise & Fall of Dutch Commitment of Development. What next?' More information will follow soon.   Register here

Join us for a compelling fireside chat exploring the urgent and interlinked challenges facing democracies today, from the shrinking space for civil society and threats to freedom of religion, to deepening polarisation and democratic backsliding. Across the world, democracies are under strain. Civil society is increasingly under pressure, spaces for dissent and dialogue are narrowing, […]

​You’ve been thinking about building your website, reaching out to potential collaborators, or researching how to start a business, but somehow, it always gets pushed to “tomorrow.” Now’s your chance to stop overthinking and start doing! ​​Join a group of students and young entrepreneurs for a focused, structured session designed to help you make real […]

The world is under pressure: war on Europe's borders, millions of people displaced, and a climate crisis that is having a profound impact everywhere. Right now, the government is choosing to cut back on international cooperation. Cutting back on this is shortsighted and unjust! The Netherlands is not an island. Development cooperation is an investment […]

Join us at the Hague Humanity Hub on October 22nd, 2025, where the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) will officially launch the new Programming Guide on People-Centred Justice and Security, a major step in advancing practical, inclusive approaches to justice and security globally. This event brings together policymakers, practitioners, civil society, and donors to explore […]

Global Shapers The Hague warmly invites you to the next event in our ongoing series examining the cracks in international (humanitarian) law. Lessons to be Learned Justice Without a Home // Lawless Land(s), Voiceless   Global Shapers The Hague warmly invites you to the next event in our ongoing series examining the cracks in international […]

Is private international law up to the challenge? This one-day conference will explore how private international law is adapting to a world marked by rapid change, digital disruption, and increasing legal complexity. Private international law deals with cross-border legal disputes. It answers questions like: which country’s court should hear a case? And which country’s laws […]

  For fifty years, the JASON Institute for Peace and Security Studies has served as a bridge between young professionals and the global security community, informing, inspiring, and connecting those who will shape the future of international peace and stability. To mark this milestone, JASON is proud to host its Golden Jubilee Conference: Europe in a […]

The lecture, which will be held on 26 November 2025 at 2pm (CET), will be delivered by Dr. Helen Durham AO, Chief Executive Officer at RedR Australia, and will focus on:   “IHL under pressure? Looking backwards to move forwards”   The event will be introduced by Lt. General (retd) Giorgio Battisti, President of the Institute, […]

📆 28 October, 2025 🕚 11 AM – 12:30 PM UTC / 12 – 1:30 PM CET 📍 Online, join here: https://bit.ly/COP30ICJAO On 23 July 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivered its long-awaited advisory opinion on climate change. The opinion clarifies States’ international obligations in respect of climate change and touches upon many […]