On the 9th of September, IHSA and KUNO present key humanitarian concerns highlighted in a special journal issue on 'Politics, humanitarianism and migration to Europe'.  When some one million people crossed the Mediterranean in the course of 2015 to seek refuge, European countries called it a crisis. Yet the real crisis was created by European […]

Climate change and the loss of biodiversity are exacerbating inequality, hampering sustainable development, and threatening the enjoyment and exercise of human rights worldwide.  While the growing climate crisis will affect all of us, the consequences will be felt differently and disproportionately by women and girls, vulnerable groups, and future generations. The rule of law is […]

The Film: "BLIND TRUST: Leaders & Followers in Times of Crisis" is about the work of Vamik Volkan who grew up as an ethnic minority on the divided island of Cyprus, home for two warring ethnic groups – the Turks and Greek. After training to be a psychiatrist in Turkey Volkan founded the "Center for […]

After the successful sessions on Community-Led Development and Human-Centered Design last year, which we organised in collaboration with Butterfly Works, The Hunger Project and The Movement for Community-Led Development, the fourth session focuses on tools and localisation tactics for cross-cultural co-creation. This session, on September 16th 2021 from 15.30-17.00, will be hosted by Butterfly Works. […]

The city of The Hague is known worldwide as the international city of Peace and Justice. This is partly due to the many international organisations in the city and the important work they are doing to make the world safer and better. Of course, this happens behind the scenes.  Just Peace Month is an opportunity for everyone […]

Time: 10:00, 11:30, 13:00 Location: Churchillplein, Johan de Witlaan, Prinsegracht, Fluwelen Burgwal, Alexanderveld, Carnegiplein, International Criminal Court, OranjeHotel Language: English There will be four different tours that the participants can join, all four of them following a different route and tackling different peace and justice themes. Each tour will take place on Sunday September 19 starting at 10:00, […]

This Hague Talks features several speakers who are working to make the world a more peaceful and just place. They will tell their stories of their dreams, their obstacles and especially how they work to engage with their communities and inspire others to join them.  This is the opening event for a five week long event during which organisations […]

The nexus between environmental and human security is increasingly being recognized, with many fragile and conflict affected countries at particularly high risk for immediate environmental challenges.  How can security sector governance and reform contribute to preparing for a future shaped by environmental degradation and climate change? This webinar will analyze risks faced by both humans […]

The Centre for Expertise for Global Governance cordially invites you to attend the online launch event of its Academy for Global Governance Innovators. The Academy is a new initiative within the Centre of Expertise for Global Governance and focuses on innovative projects where students, lecturers, researchers, and practitioners collaborate, developing new solutions to emerging global challenges. […]

Poetry, music and true stories about individuals who have dedicated their lives to peace and freedom, all these ingredients come together in “Art of Peace.” This artistic evening walk will take place in the garden of the Peace Palace from 23 to 26 September 2021. Participants will walk through an attractively lit garden, listen to […]

About the SDG Action Day The SDG Action Day is a yearly event that takes place on or around September 25, which is the birthday of the SDGs - making it the Dutch event on the Sustainable Development Goals. The aim is to give participants insight into where we are standing with the SDGs, which goals still require more attention, and how we can take steps to finally meet these goals.   On the 25th of September, local partners of SDG the Netherlands will organise activities all around the Netherlands. The Hague Humanity Hub, being one of the SDG Houses, will also participate by creating a platform to show how our community members are contributing to the SDGs. Our event: ‘from the Netherlands with love’ will take place in the afternoon, from 14:00-15:30! SDG Action Day at The Hague Humanity Hub […]

Course Introduction: From 27 September to 8 October 2021, The Hague Academy will convene participants again for one of its most popular and highly-relevant courses. This course will help you to understand the drivers of corruption. You will strengthen your analytical skills and learn about the instruments necessary to develop integrity and anti-corruption policies and programmes […]

In a series of dialogues, this conversation will be the fourth.  The series With the  #BLM debates, and other anti-racism protests, the discussion about the decolonization of aid got an impulse. Blogs, panel discussions (sometimes very heated) and Tweets stumbled over one another. We witnessed many statements and opinions, but perhaps not so much common […]

As a part of the fourth edition of Hackathon for Good The Hague, we are organizing our first Talent for Good event on September 30th 2021. During this event you will learn more about the 4th edition of the Hackathon for Good itself, our challenges, and the possibilities for hackers, talent enablers, and experts (mentors/jury) […]

Monique Snijder, from Moveer, and Betsy Hedberg, from Hedberg Language & Learning will be hosting the upcoming session on ‘Navigating cross-cultural dynamics in groups‘.  Cross-cultural dynamics can pose some interesting challenges when you facilitate or work in groups. How to help facilitators to be aware of some cultural factors that can potentially play out in their sessions? Together, we'll explore situations and scenarios, share experiences, and learn from each other.   Please drop a line to programming@humanityhub.net if you want to join!  Note: This event is for Hub members only. 

Dear Hub members,  We are more than excited to invite you for the first in-person event in over a year (yay!): Community Drinks at the Hub Café (Humanity Hub City Centre). This is the perfect opportunity to connect with new and current members of the Hub, seeing them in person and not on small screens, and in a COVID-safe way!   Important: To […]

The Community Town Hall is the place where the community comes together to meet and share relevant developments, ask questions and share concerns and suggestions. This Community Town Hall’s theme will focus on the value of local exposure. In partnership with the city of the Hague, the Hub is expanding its role to include more public programming. We are working on creating […]

Finally! The countdown has begun. On October 8th 2021, Partos organises the 8th edition of the annual Innovation Festival, celebrating innovation within development cooperation. A unique online festival that brings emerging voices and new insights. Get ready for various international participants, engaging speakers and inspiring sessions. Navigating and shaping the future Development cooperation operates in an […]

The Hague Democracy Drinks are returning! After the success of our inaugural Democracy Drinks in September, the Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy and the Netherlands Helsinki Committee are delighted to announce a second edition of the monthly networking event, which brings together fellow thinkers, advocates, and democracy enthusiasts.Opening remarks will be made by guest speaker Lousewies van der Laan, the veteran Dutch politician and Executive Director at […]