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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250606T150000
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SUMMARY:Hoe bereiken we kwetsbare stadsnoten beter?
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Image-Source on Envato\n\n\n\nDeze paneldiscussie is bedoeld voor iedereen die zich inzet voor stadsgenoten in een kwetsbare positie\, bekend is met het thema\, of over deze vraag kennis wil delen\, inspiratie wil opdoen en/of samenwerken. Na de intro van de gastspreker en panelleden zal er ruimte zijn voor discussie en het maken van nieuwe verbindingen. \n\n\n\nHeeft u wat te vertellen over dit onderwerp en wil je graag bijdragen? Benader Hajar even via 24069876@student.hhs.nl \n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n14:50-15:00 Binnenkomst\,15:00-15:30: Intro programma\, gastspreker15:45-16:15: Gastspreker16:15-16:30: paneldiscussie16:30-16:50: Borrel16:50-17:00: Afsluiting
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/hoe-bereiken-we-kwetsbare-stadsnoten-beter/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250609T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250620T170000
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SUMMARY:Urban Governance: Resilient and Smart Cities
DESCRIPTION:With the majority of today’s world population living in cities\, cities have become the engines of development and innovation. However\, this urban growth also means that cities are confronted with many of the world’s challenges: poverty and inequality\, migration\, natural disasters\, health crises and the consequences of climate change. Improving urban resilience by applying smart city solutions will enhance the development of inclusive cities capable of coping with present and future challenges. \n\n\n\nThis course discusses frameworks\, strategies and tools to strengthen cities’ resilience: their ability to absorb and recover from internal and external shock\, maintain their essential functions and adapt and thrive in the face of continual change. The course also covers smart city solutions by examining the role data and innovative technologies play in enhancing the efficiency of city systems and ultimately\, urban resilience. Furthermore\, we will explore how to build scenarios for inclusive cities and apply the principle of Leaving No One and No Place Behind\, and we will discuss the ethics of smart city projects\, paying attention to the unintended consequences of adopting smart solutions\, such as the digital divide\, cybersecurity and privacy concerns. Finally\, we will look into how ‘post-COVID’ cities can use technologies to reinforce physical interactions\, shared systems\, services and spaces\, and define the ‘blended cities’ of the future. \n\n\n\nKey Information\n\n\n\nThis course is intended for professionals involved in urban governance and development such as city planners and urban policy makers. Participants come from national\, regional and local governments\, NGOs\, knowledge institutes and donot and development organisations.  \n\n\n\nThe course will take place in The Hague from 09 June 2025 to 20 June 2025. The deadline for applications is . The scholarship application period is from 14 August 2024 to 07 October 2024. \n\n\n\nThe course fee is € 3\,895*. This includes all training related costs as well as drinks and warm lunches during the training days. Group discounts are available if you participate with three or more colleagues. \n\n\n\nThis training takes place in The Hague\, Netherlands. \n\n\n\nAfter this course\, you will receive a professional certificate of completion from The Hague Academy for Local Governance. \n\n\n\n*Professionals working in local government or for local NGOs on the DAC list of ODA-recipient countries (OECD) may qualify for a reduced course fee. Contact us for details. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives\n\n\n\nThis course will help you: \n\n\n\nAssess the vulnerability of cities by using resilience strategies and frameworks; \n\n\n\nDevelop strategies and policies to increase resilience in an inclusive and participatory manner; \n\n\n\nMake use of data and innovative technologies to design smart solutions\, in an ethical and effective way; \n\n\n\nAnd mobilise key stakeholders to establish sustainable partnerships.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/urban-governance-resilient-and-smart-cities/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250610T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250612T235959
DTSTAMP:20250610T131138Z
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SUMMARY:Multi-level conflict and process design training
DESCRIPTION:Effective conflict resolution goes beyond understanding the substance of the conflict or having strong interpersonal skills – it depends on how well each intervention is crafted. This training focuses on a vital yet often overlooked tool: strategic process design. Process shapes outcomes\, and knowing how to strategically plan and implement is what sets impactful interventions apart. \n\n\n\nThrough real-world cases and simulations led by experienced practitioners Dr. Jale Sultanli and Wilbur Perlot\, you will learn how to tailor each conflict resolution process to maximise chances of success. It equips you with the skills to strategically design and tailor interventions that maximise the chances of successful outcomes and avoid harm. \n\n\n\nBy joining this training\, participants will: \n\n\n\n\nLearn tools to identify the best intervention for your context \n\n\n\nLearn process design skills—from scoping to implementation \n\n\n\nLearn strategies for structuring multi-stakeholder dialogue\, mediation\, and peace processes \n\n\n\nLearn insights from real-world case studies and simulations \n\n\n\nReceive guidance on avoiding common design pitfalls \n\n\n\n\nIn a field where process shapes outcomes\, this training offers a unique competitive advantage preparing to design for success\, not just react to challenges.  \n\n\n\nFor whom is this training? \n\n\n\nProfessionals working in the field of peace and justice\, humanitarian organisations\, diplomacy\, security and managers\, civil servants dealing with multi-level conflicts. Any other who works in multi-party interconnected negotiation\, mediation\, and conflict resolution processes.  \n\n\n\nExamples of processes you might be working on: \n\n\n\n-Facilitating a dialogue \n\n\n\n-Conducting a mediation \n\n\n\n-Implementing a project supporting conflict resolution or peace building \n\n\n\n-Structuring a multi-stakeholder negotiation \n\n\n\n-Reducing tensions in your society or organisation \n\n\n\n-Implementing humanitarian interventions \n\n\n\n-Supporting or financing these type of processes \n\n\n\nTeaching methodology \n\n\n\nPractice by doing is the key pillar of the training approach. Presentations of concepts and introduction of analytical tools are followed by cases and simulations in which these tools need to be applied. The participants will have opportunities to discuss their own cases and engage in peer exchange. The training is highly interactive. After the training one-on-one sessions of 90 minutes will be scheduled to work on your own process design.  \n\n\n\nPractical information \n\n\n\n-Type: In-person training  \n\n\n\n-Duration: 3 days  \n\n\n\n-Dates and time: 10\, 11 and 12 June from 9 to 17  \n\n\n\n-Online follow-up session: One-on-one session of 90 minutes  \n\n\n\n-Location: The Hague\, Netherlands  \n\n\n\n-Venue: The Hague Humanity Hub This link opens in a new tab  \n\n\n\n-Maximum number of participants: 20  \n\n\n\nCosts \n\n\n\nThis is the inaugural training of Peace Academy. Normally the fee for the training is 1200 euro ex VAT\, the inaugural price is 900 euro. Early bird discount is 25% of the inaugural price\, members of Humanity Hub receive a 50% discount on the inaugural price. There are also group discounts available for 3 or more participants. Participation fee includes materials\, coffee/ tea\, lunch and other refreshments.   \n\n\n\nPrices include a one-on-one online follow-up session of 90 minutes to discuss a process design you are working on!  \n\n\n\nFor more information about the training visit this page: Multi-level conflict and process design training | Peace Academy \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nPlease use this form This link opens in a new tab to register for the training. You will receive an invoice based on your registration. Your registration is not final until after receiving the payment. Early bird discount is only applicable if the payment is received before 10 May 2025.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/multi-level-conflict-and-process-design-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250610T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250610T180000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131337Z
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SUMMARY:Handbook launch: A guide on extraterritorial and universal jurisdiction to pursue accountability for international crimes in Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:Photo by LittleIvan on Envato\n\n\n\n\n\nThe scale and gravity of international crimes committed in Ukraine place them within the purview of the international community and underscore the global imperative to act. While Ukraine bears the primary responsibility to investigate and prosecute crimes committed on its territory\, third States share a broader responsibility to ensure accountability for violations of international humanitarian law. This acute need for international judicial cooperation leverages universal jurisdiction as a vital tool to fill impunity gaps\, bring perpetrators to court\, and achieve justice for victims. With this in mind\, Global Rights Compliance (GRC) has developed a ‘Practitioners’ Handbook on Extraterritorial or Universal Jurisdiction to Pursue Accountability for International Crimes Committed in Ukraine’.  \n\n\n\nThe Practitioners’ Handbook aims to serve as a tool for prosecutors\, investigators and civil society organisations engaged in seeking accountability for international crimes committed in Ukraine by helping them navigate universal jurisdiction laws and practice\, bring cases before relevant domestic authorities and engage in judicial cooperation. \n\n\n\nAvailable in Ukrainian and English and specifically tailored to the Ukrainian context\, the handbook is a unique addition to available universal jurisdiction resources. It includes 13 country profiles\, spotlighting domestic laws and practices most relevant to the investigation and prosecution of international crimes committed in Ukraine\, thus aiming to foster positive complementarity between Ukrainian and foreign judicial authorities. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a panel discussion and reception to mark the launch of the Practitioners’ Handbook. Panellists will discuss the prospects of fostering a complementary approach to accountability for international crimes committed in Ukraine\, ongoing and potential universal jurisdiction proceedings\, and the anticipated use of the Practitioners’ Handbook. Experts and practitioners representing diplomatic\, legal and civil society perspectives will share insights. The panel discussion will be held in a hybrid format (in-person and online) and followed by a reception at the venue. \n\n\n\nThe Practitioners’ Handbook has been developed under GRC’s ‘Support to Ukrainian National Prosecutors and CSOs in Building Strategic Cases under Universal Jurisdiction’ project\, supported by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and in partnership with the International Development Law Organization (IDLO)\, T.M.C. Asser Instituut\, Center for International Legal Cooperation (CILC) and Netherlands Helsinki Committee (NHC).
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/handbook-launch-a-guide-on-extraterritorial-and-universal-jurisdiction-to-pursue-accountability-for-international-crimes-in-ukraine/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250612T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250612T170000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131317Z
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SUMMARY:AI and Access to Justice Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will centre on the current and future capabilities and opportunities of AI to facilitate justice\, increase access to justice\, and make dispute resolution more people-centred. We will analyse existing technologies and their applications\, as well as explore possible future developments and their anticipated value.  \n\n\n\nThe session will include two expert speakers who will reflect on the ways in which AI is changing the field\, what AI looks like in legal practice\, and what this could mean for the future of the justice sector.  \n\n\n\nThe session’s speakers include:  \n\n\n\nSako Arts\, CTO at Bright Cape  \n\n\n\nDouwe Groenevelt\, Founder & CEO\, Viridea.ai
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/ai-and-access-to-justice-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250614T223000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250615T060000
DTSTAMP:20250610T130602Z
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SUMMARY:Step by Step - The Hague Humanity Hub Walks for Change
DESCRIPTION:We are challenging our team to walk the Night of the Refugee because .we stand in solidarity with refugees worldwide and want to raise awareness and support for those forced to flee their homes. By taking on this challenge\, we hope to contribute to meaningful action and inspire other changemakers to do the same.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/step-by-step-the-hague-humanity-hub-walks-for-change/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250616T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250616T210000
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SUMMARY:Peace Tech Hackathon The Hague - Creating the City Forum for bringing Peace & Justice to life
DESCRIPTION:Image by atercov This link opens in a new tab on Envato\n\n\n\n\n\n​What is PeaceTech Hack? \n\n\n\n​PeaceTech Hack is where technology meets peacebuilding. These hackathons bring together developers\, designers\, entrepreneurs\, peacebuilders and changemakers to co-create tools\, discuss emerging tech\, and tackle real-world challenges in the PeaceTech space. Whether you’re flying solo or part of a team\, you’re welcome—no predefined challenge required. Expect a fast-paced\, collaborative environment with 20–40 participants and big ideas. \n\n\n\n​This Edition: The City Forum \n\n\n\n​On Monday\, June 16 from 9:00-21:00\, PeaceTech Hack 2025 will start in The Hague for a one-day sprint to create a City Forum prototype — a digital public square designed for local engagement\, collaboration\, and civil discourse. \n\n\n\n​In today’s world\, public interaction in cities has largely moved to social media platforms\, which often lack neutrality\, safety\, and local context. The Just Peace Festival is looking to change that with the piloting of a City Forum MVP during the festival\, creating a space that feels more grounded\, inclusive\, and civic-minded—both online and offline and this hackathon will kickstart that vision! \n\n\n\n​Why Join? \n\n\n\n​This is more than just a hackathon—it’s a chance to: \n\n\n\n\n​Collaborate with fellow innovators\, founders\, and creators\n\n\n\n​Prototype impactful tech solutions with real-world application\n\n\n\n​Connect with an international network of PeaceTech enthusiasts\n\n\n\n​Contribute to a city-wide platform for peace\, justice\, and civic dialogue\n\n\n\n\n​Whether you’re looking to test an idea\, build your portfolio\, or find your next collaborator\, this is your launchpad. \n\n\n\n​Brought to you by \n\n\n\nProject.didi & We Are ChangemakersIn contribution to the Just Peace Festival 2025\, a city-wide celebration of dialogue and collaboration on peace and justice\, running June 12–26 across The Hague.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/peace-tech-hackathon-the-hague-creating-the-city-forum-for-bringing-peace-justice-to-life/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250616T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250616T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131333Z
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Dialogue: Imagining Peace
DESCRIPTION:Amidst today’s armed conflicts\, authoritarian governments\, cyber attacks\, organized crime\, economic insecurity\, and ecological destruction\, it can be hard to imagine peace. What do we mean by ‘peace’\, beyond the absence of war? What kind of peace are we seeking? What makes people and society at peace? This dialogue brings together leading thinkers who push us to get more clear and creative about peace. \n\n\n\nSchedule:  \n\n\n\n15.30 – 16.00 Doors open \n\n\n\n16.00-17.00 Roundtable \n\n\n\n17.00-18.00 Breakout Groups \n\n\n\n18.00-19.00 Borrel \n\n\n\nThe Just Peace Dialogues are a set of meetings for public deliberation of key aspects of building peace in today’s world. The dialogues are held from 16 to 22 of June and address each of the festival’s six main themes. The aim is stimulate creative discussion about conditions for a just peace in contemporary society. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Just Peace Festival. Learn more on the Just Peace website This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-dialogue-imagining-peace/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250617T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250617T140000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131321Z
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SUMMARY:Global South perspectives on NATO
DESCRIPTION:With the entire city buzzing with events in the run-up to the NATO summit taking place in The Hague on 25 and 26 June\, it is striking how little attention is being paid to voices from the Global South. \n\n\n\nThe International Institute of Social Studies and Leiden University are turning the tables and will put the Global South perspectives on NATO at the centre of this event.  \n\n\n\nPanellists will highlight questions such as: \n\n\n\n\nHow is NATO viewed from the Global South? \n\n\n\nWhat should NATO’s engagement with the Global South be?\n\n\n\n\nPanellists\n\n\n\n\nTahir AbbasOpens external\, Professor Radicalisation Studies at Leiden University\n\n\n\nShyamika Jayasundera-Smits\, Associate Professor at ISS\n\n\n\nYeshiwas Degu Belay\, PhD researcher at ISS\n\n\n\nJean Yves Ndzana\, junior diplomat and researcher\n\n\n\n\nThe panel will be moderated by Dirk Jan Koch. \n\n\n\nProgramme\n\n\n\n12.00 – Free lunch for all participants12.30 – Word of welcome by ISS Board member12.35 – Introduction by Dirk Jan Koch12.40 – Panel discussion13.10 – Q & A 13.20 – Wrap up and closing words by Dirk Jan Koch14.00 – End 
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/global-south-perspectives-on-nato/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250617T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250617T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131330Z
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Dialogue: Peace in Europe
DESCRIPTION:Eighty years after 1945\, Europe again faces war in its own region. How to turn this tide and have sustainable peace in Europe? To discuss this question\, this dialogue looks at the experience of war in Ukraine; Russia’s role in Europe; lessons of Europe’s history for future peace; the values underpinning future European peace; and Europe’s place in a changing global world. A week before the NATO Summit in The Hague\, this dialogue offers a range of inspiring visions for peace in Europe \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n18.15-19.15 Borrel  \n\n\n\n15.30 Doors Open \n\n\n\n16.00-17.10 Roundtable  \n\n\n\n17.15-18.15 Breakout Groups  \n\n\n\nThe Just Peace Dialogues are a set of meetings for public deliberation of key aspects of building peace in today’s world. The dialogues are held from 16 to 22 of June and address each of the festival’s six main themes. The aim is stimulate creative discussion about conditions for a just peace in contemporary society. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Just Peace Festival. Learn more on the Just Peace website This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-dialogue-peace-in-europe/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250617T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250617T183000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131311Z
CREATED:20250521T051135Z
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SUMMARY:Five dimensions of scaling democratic deliberation: With and beyond AI
DESCRIPTION:​As interest grows in AI’s potential to transform democratic deliberation\, the concept of “scaling” has emerged as a key aspiration – but what does scaling democratic deliberation mean and what is the role of AI in enabling it? \n\n\n\n​​Join Claudia Chwalisz\, Founder and CEO of DemocracyNext\, and Sammy McKinney\, AI and Deliberation Fellow at DemocracyNext and PhD student at the University of Cambridge\, for the launch of their new DemNext paper exploring this timely question. \n\n\n\n​​They will be joined by Oliver Escobar\, Kyle Redman\, and Manon Revel\, and the discussion will be moderated by Andrew Sorota. \n\n\n\n​​In this online event\, they will discuss: \n\n\n\n​Why does ‘scaling democratic deliberation’ matter​ \n\n\n\n​Five dimensions of scaling democratic deliberation – scaling out\, up\, across\, deep\, and in \n\n\n\n​Why scaling democratic deliberation is not a technological challenge alone\, but one that requires a diverse repertoire of technological applications to be combined with strengthened civic infrastructure \n\n\n\n​​Don’t miss this opportunity to join the conversation and rethink what meaningful scale in democratic deliberation really looks like.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/five-dimensions-of-scaling-democratic-deliberation-with-and-beyond-ai/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250618T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250618T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131226Z
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Dialogue: Peace in Sudan
DESCRIPTION:Since April 2023 the current war in Sudan has brought larger death\, destruction\, and displacement than any other ongoing armed conflict on earth. This dialogue brings together wise thinkers and excellent speakers from academia\, civil society\, policymakers\, and youth to discuss how peace can be brought back to Sudan. What kind of creative and hopeful scenarios can be envisioned for peace in Sudan? What would be the key ingredients for a lasting peace?  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMeet the Panel\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDr Munzoul Assal\, University of Bergen (previously Peace Research Institute\, University of Khartoum)\n\n\n\nMunzoul Assal is an anthropologist focusing on migration\, refugees\, internally displaced persons\, and peace building currently a Professor at the Bergen University. Assal has coordinated and led several MFA and NORAD on migration\, refugees\, internally displaced persons\, conflict and humanitarian studies. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMervat Hamadelneil\, Sudanese Center on People Empowerment\n\n\n\nMervat Hamadelneil is the director of the Sudanese Center on People Empowerment (SCOPE) which aims to enhance the rule of law sovereignty in Sudan and make it people-centered. She works in supporting democratic transformation in many ways\, she worked in peace with many groups such as women groups\, Horn of Africa initiative\, Alliance of Civic and Professional groups to push for an inclusive\, fair and sustainable peace connected to the Democratic transformation. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSuad Musa\, Gender Centre for Peacemaking and Sustainable Development\n\n\n\nSuad Mustafa Elhag Musa is a co-founder and director of the Gender Centre for Peacebuilding and Sustainable Development in El Fasher\, Darfur\, Sudan\, which works with war-affected internally displaced persons. She is Associate Fellow at the Horn International Institute for Strategic Studies in Nairobi. Since the outbreak of war in Sudan in April 2023\, she has facilitated and participated in numerous panel discussions organized by I-IDEA\, as well as in peace negotiations\, mediation\, and advocacy with CMI and Humanitarian Dialogue.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFatima Zainalabdin\, Sudanese Refugees Organization\n\n\n\nFatima Zainelabdin is a Sudanese pharmacist\, social entrepreneur\, and human rights advocate. She is the Founder of Hashab Wellbeing Enterprise and Executive Director of the Sudanese Refugees Organization (SRO) in the Netherlands. A former member of the Sudanese Professionals Association\, Fatima played an active role in the 2019 revolution and continues to champion health equity\, refugee rights\, and peacebuilding through her work with displaced communities. \n\n\n\nModerator: Prof Dr Tahir Abbas\, Leiden University \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n15.30 Doors Open\n\n\n\n16.00-17.10 Roundtable \n\n\n\n17.15-18.15 Breakout Groups \n\n\n\n18.15-19.15 Borrel \n\n\n\n\nThe Just Peace Dialogues are a set of meetings for public deliberation of key aspects of building peace in today’s world. The dialogues are held from 16 to 22 of June and address each of the festival’s six main themes. The aim is stimulate creative discussion about conditions for a just peace in contemporary society. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Just Peace Festival. Learn more on the Just Peace website This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-dialogue-peace-in-sudan/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250619T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250619T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131215Z
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SUMMARY:Voices from the Margins: diversifying voices in European media
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Just Peace Festival\, we are organizing a discussion- called ‘Voices from the Margins: diversifying voices in European media’- about the importance of incorporating diverse voices in European media spaces and the role of journalists here. \n\n\n\nIn an era of growing polarization\, fostering genuine understanding through diverse narratives has never been more critical. Our speakers- journalists and experts from the MigraVoice Super Power Community- will explore the importance of including the voices of minority groups\, both in traditional and non-traditional media\, to foster understanding and an enriching exchange.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/voices-from-the-margins-diversifying-voices-in-european-media/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250620T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250620T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131326Z
CREATED:20250527T062332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T131326Z
UID:10001322-1750435200-1750446000@www.humanityhub.org
SUMMARY:Just Peace Dialogue: Democracy and Peace
DESCRIPTION:What is the relationship between democracy and peace? Do the two go hand in hand\, so that less democracy means less peace? Or can democracy work against peace: for example\, by producing protectionist and militarist governments? Or is there something more deeply wrong with democracy as we know it\, such that future peace depends on a transformation of democracy? If so\, what kind of new democracy do we need? \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\n18.00-19.00 Borrel \n\n\n\n16.00-17.00 Roundtable \n\n\n\n17.00-18.00 Breakout Groups \n\n\n\nThe Just Peace Dialogues are a set of meetings for public deliberation of key aspects of building peace in today’s world. The dialogues are held from 16 to 22 of June and address each of the festival’s six main themes. The aim is stimulate creative discussion about conditions for a just peace in contemporary society. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Just Peace Festival. Learn more on the Just Peace website This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-dialogue-democracy-and-peace/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250621T133000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131327Z
CREATED:20250527T062739Z
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Dialogue: Cybersecurity and Peace
DESCRIPTION:Thirty years ago\, pioneers of the internet expected that this new technology would be a force for freedom\, democracy\, justice and peace. Yet today digital communications often involve human rights abuses\, criminal activity\, disinformation\, gender-based violence\, and cyber warfare. How can we turn these tides and make online spaces serve a just peace? \n\n\n\nThe Just Peace Dialogues are a set of meetings for public deliberation of key aspects of building peace in today’s world. The dialogues are held from 16 to 22 of June and address each of the festival’s six main themes. The aim is stimulate creative discussion about conditions for a just peace in contemporary society. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Just Peace Festival. Learn more on the Just Peace website This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-dialogue-cybersecurity-and-peace/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250621T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250621T170000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131228Z
CREATED:20250514T055905Z
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Dialogue: Rule of Law and Peace
DESCRIPTION:Liberal visions of international order presume that peaceful settlement of disputes depends on the rule of law. Yet today many actors ignore United Nations resolutions\, breach multilateral trade agreements\, withdraw from international treaties\, and violate legally established territorial borders. Is it the end of international law and order? Can we turn the tide\, and if so how? Do we need a new kind of law to promote just peace\, and if so what would it look like? \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\n16.00-17.00 Borrel \n\n\n\n14.00-15.00 Roundtable \n\n\n\n15.00-16.00 Breakout Groups \n\n\n\nAbout the Just Peace Dialogues\n\n\n\nThe Just Peace Dialogues are a set of meetings for public deliberation of key aspects of building peace in today’s world. The dialogues are held from 16 to 22 of June and address each of the festival’s six main themes. The aim is stimulate creative discussion about conditions for a just peace in contemporary society. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Just Peace Festival. Learn more on the Just Peace website
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-dialogue-rule-of-law-and-peace/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250622T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250622T133000
DTSTAMP:20250610T131335Z
CREATED:20250527T063856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T131335Z
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Dialogue: Equality and Peace
DESCRIPTION:Modern conflict often links back to inequality. If people perceive that they are unfairly blocked from opportunities for a good life\, their frustrations can channel into violence. Examples include struggles around colonialism\, elitism\, gender inequality\, age hierarchies\, racial exclusion\, religious discrimination\, disability rights\, and more. Does current backsliding on diversity\, equity and inclusion increase obstacles to peace? If so\, what can be done to reaffirm the importance of equality for peace? \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n12.30-13.30 Lunch \n\n\n\n10.00 – 10.30 Doors Open \n\n\n\n10.30-11.30 Roundtable \n\n\n\n11.30-12.30 Breakout Groups \n\n\n\nThe Just Peace Dialogues are a set of meetings for public deliberation of key aspects of building peace in today’s world. The dialogues are held from 16 to 22 of June and address each of the festival’s six main themes. The aim is stimulate creative discussion about conditions for a just peace in contemporary society. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Just Peace Festival. Learn more on the Just Peace website This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-dialogue-equality-and-peace/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250622T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250622T171500
DTSTAMP:20250610T131223Z
CREATED:20250514T054310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T131223Z
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Dialogue: Climate and Peace
DESCRIPTION:Today’s world faces large-scale climate change and other environmental disruptions. Meeting these challenges involves major adjustments to economy and society\, with substantial potential for conflict and violence. This dialogue assembles leading authorities on the relationship between climate and peace\, including speakers from civil society\, government\, university and youth. The panel explores how climate change can be handled in ways that minimize war and maximize peace.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMeet the panel\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nKumi Naidoo\, Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative \n\n\n\nKumi Naidoo is a South African human rights and environmental justice activist\, who currently is the President of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty and the Payne Distinguished Lecturer at Stanford University. He is the former Secretary-General of Amnesty International (2018-2020) and also the first person from the Global South to lead Greenpeace International (2009-2015). He is an advisor for the Community Arts Network. He serves as a global ambassador for Africans Rising for Justice\, Peace and Dignity. His family has started the Riky Rick Foundation for the Promotion of Artivism to build on the positive legacies left by popular South African rapper Rikhado “Riky Rick” Makhado through his music and life’s work. Kumi is the author of award-winning Letters To My Mother: The Makings of a Troublemaker. Kumi is also the host of the podcast Power\, People and Planet. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAnna Pot\, Netherlands National SDG Coordinator \n\n\n\nAnna Pot is the National Coordinator\, a role in which she promotes national implementation of the SDGs in and by the Netherlands. The Coordinator works closely with other ministries and organisations within the central government\, as well as with the broad SDG movement in the Netherlands\, including companies\, municipalities and provinces\, NGOs\, youth organisations\, knowledge and educational institutions. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJudith Verweijen\, Utrecht University \n\n\n\nJudith Verweijen is an Assistant Professor in Political Geography at Utrecht University. She specializes in the relationship between armed violence\, resource conflict and climate change in areas of protracted violence. She focuses on eastern DR Congo\, where she has conducted intermittent fieldwork since 2010. In 2024\, Verweijen received a NWO Vidi grant for her research Centring Armed Organizations in the Climate-Conflict Nexus (CLIMCON). \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNoemi Zenk-Agyei\, World’s Youth for Climate Justice \n\n\n\nNoemi Zenk-Agyei is a climate advocate and legal researcher working at the intersection of environmental justice\, international trade\, and human rights. She currently works for the World’s Youth for Climate Justice (WYCJ)\, where she helped mobilise over 130 countries to support the UN General Assembly’s request for an Advisory Opinion from the International Court of Justice on climate change. Noemi has contributed to legal research on climate litigation\, climate finance\, and environmental peacebuilding\, and co-founded a diaspora youth organisation connecting African and European youth in global climate diplomacy.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nModerator: Prof Dr Jan Willem Erisman\n\n\n\nJan Willem Erisman is Professor of Environment and Sustainability in the Institute of Environmental Sciences at Leiden University and chairs the Netherlands Scientific Climate Council. 
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-dialogue-climate-and-peace/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250630T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250711T170000
DTSTAMP:20250701T113533Z
CREATED:20250212T130625Z
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SUMMARY:Local Climate Response Course
DESCRIPTION:The world is experiencing the impact of unsustainable growth\, affecting the climate\, people and natural resources. Local governments and their citizens are confronted with the exacerbation of existing problems such as air pollution or water scarcity. Moreover\, their security and livelihoods are threatened by drought\, floods and other natural disasters. In the face of these challenges\, local governments must develop strategies to respond to current and future climate events\, in partnership with the community. \n\n\n\nIn this course\, we will assess local climate vulnerabilities as well as adaptation plans and strategies. We will explore the policy implications of climate change projections across multiple sectors\, including the role that local authorities and stakeholders can play in building resilience. Furthermore\, the course focuses on the design and planning of sustainable climate adaptation policies that support communities and ecosystems. \n\n\n\nKey Information\n\n\n\nThis course is aimed at professionals who design\, implement and support policies for adaptation to and mitigation of the effects of climate change. Participants come from national\, regional and local governments\, knowledge institutes\, NGOs and donor and development organisations. \n\n\n\nThe course will take place in The Hague from 30 June 2025 to 11 July 2025.  \n\n\n\nThe course fee is € 3\,895*. This includes all training related costs as well as drinks and warm lunches during the training days. Group discounts are available if you participate with three or more colleagues. \n\n\n\nThis training takes place in The Hague\, Netherlands. \n\n\n\nAfter this course\, you will receive a professional certificate of completion from The Hague Academy for Local Governance. \n\n\n\n*Professionals working in local government or for local NGOs on the DAC list of ODA-recipient countries (OECD) may qualify for a reduced course fee. Contact us for details. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives\n\n\n\nThis course will help you: \n\n\n\nUnderstand key concepts of climate change\, climate adaptation\, mitigation\, risk and resilience; \n\n\n\nIncrease insight into climate change scenarios and policy implications; \n\n\n\nAssess climate vulnerabilities using well-established tools and methodologies; \n\n\n\nDesign climate policies and action plans; \n\n\n\nImplement and finance climate policies with stakeholders in your organisation and community; \n\n\n\nMainstream sustainability and climate actions in your organisation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/local-climate-response-course/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250701T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250702T235900
DTSTAMP:20250627T084452Z
CREATED:20250521T093456Z
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SUMMARY:KUNO Summer Course 2025
DESCRIPTION:Have you recently started working in the humanitarian field and are you looking for a solid kick-start? Or are you an experienced humanitarian professional looking for a thorough update? The KUNO Summer Course is there for you. \n\n\n\nWith an unprecedented number of humanitarian crises around the world\, the need for humanitarian aid has never been more vital. This summer\, we invite you to embark on a journey of learning and exploration into the intricate realm of humanitarian assistance. \n\n\n\nIn this two-day introductory course on humanitarian aid\, humanitarian academics and experienced humanitarian professionals will discuss relevant aspects of humanitarian work. A mixture of practical knowledge\, debates and working sessions\, will feed your brain\, enhance your efficiency as a humanitarian worker and strengthen your network. \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\nThea Hilhorst\, Professor of humanitarian studies from the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) and president Humanitarian Studies Centre at Erasmus University Rotterdam\n\n\n\nPaul van den Berg\, Political Advisor Cordaid and chair visibility working group DRA\n\n\n\nRolf Wijnstra\, Senior Policy Adviser Humanitarian Aid & Diplomacy at Netherlands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs\n\n\n\nPia Zeinoun\, Research Lead at Oxfam Novib\, Netherlands. Vice-president of Embrace (Lebanon) and former Director of the Embrace Mental Health Center\n\n\n\nHenrieke Hommes\, Security Advisor ZOA\n\n\n\nEmiel Martens (UvA/EUR) & Wouter Oomen  (UU)\, Founders of the Expertise Centre Humanitarian Communication\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nPlease send an email to: kuno@kuno-platform.nl (please mention your name and organisation).Feel free to forward this invitation to colleagues who might be interested to join! \n\n\n\nFee\n\n\n\nParticipants from KUNO-members pay a contribution of €300 and participants from non-KUNO-members pay a contribution of €1\,000 for the Summer Course. This contribution includes course materials\, lunches\, networking drinks & a certificate. \n\n\n\nFull program\n\n\n\nClick here to see the full program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/kuno-summer-course-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250701T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250701T170000
DTSTAMP:20250701T114446Z
CREATED:20250701T114032Z
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SUMMARY:Refugees of Development’ and ‘Sacrifice Zones’: Humanitarian crisis in the Amazon\, capitalist expansion and state intervention
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Callum Blacoe on Unsplash  \nIn this Humanitarian Governance webinar\, Professor Marcel Hazeu (Federal University of Para\, Brazil) for a discussion on various humanitarian crises unfolding in the Brazilian Amazon. \nSantiago del Hierro Kennedy (PhD Researcher\, ETH Zurich)will follow the presentation with a reflection on how development initiatives interact with resource extraction\, widescale agriculture and encroachment on Indigenous territory in the Northern Andean Amazon. \nThe Amazon is central to international debates on climate change\, framed both as a vital carbon sink (‘lungs of the world’) and a contested space for green capitalism. Global and local policies have turned the region into a site of financial speculation\, greenwashing and geopolitical negotiation. \nHowever\, these discourses often obscure the severe humanitarian crises unfolding in the region\, where environmental degradation intersects with systemic violence and displacement. It is a zone of ‘necropolitics’\, environmental racism and sacrifice zones. Yet it is also a space of resistance. \nWithin this presentation\, Professor Hazeu will consider cases including: \n\nThe Indigenous Refugee Crisis and Displacement of Venezuelan Indigenous migrants (Warao)\nForced displacement and sacrifice of local communities due to large-scale economic projects including the industrial harbour-mining complex in Barcarena\nThe Yanomami Genocide  and state neglect and violence against Indigenous peoples\nCarbon markets and the loss of livelihood security for traditional communities\nDeforestation\, Fire\, Drought and Ecological collapse that threatens the socio-ecosystem.\n\nThese crises reveal patterns of omission\, neglect and denial by local and international actors\, contrasted with grassroots resistance. \n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/refugees-of-development-and-sacrifice-zones-humanitarian-crisis-in-the-amazon-capitalist-expansion-and-state-intervention/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250703T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250703T170000
DTSTAMP:20250701T115051Z
CREATED:20250304T094531Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:On July 3rd at 17:30\, the community of The Hague will come together for an evening of good company\, great conversations\, and refreshing drinks — perfect for unwinding after a busy June & NATO Summit season.Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the community\, this is a chance to catch up and connect in a relaxed setting. \n\n\n\nDe Prael\, The Hague \n\n\n\nJuly 3rd\, 17:30 \n\n\n\n+1’s welcome \n\n\n\nYour ticket includes the first 2 drinks and shared snacks – just bring yourself and your positive energy! \n\n\n\nWho is it for? \n\n\n\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 sector. \n\n\n\nCome to the Summer Social\, relax\, and join this vibrant community committed to making our world fairer and more just – one connection at a time. \n\n\n\nWhy do I need to prepay? \n\n\n\nAs we’re working with an external venue\, we need to guarantee the bar a minimum take for our space\, therefore by prepaying\, we are reserving our place at the bar. Your ticket\, worth 16 euro (including Eventbrite fee)\, will cover 2 drinks and shared snacks! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/summer-social-2/
LOCATION:De Prael\, Esperantoplein 20\, Den Haag\, ZH\, 2518 LJ\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250707T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250708T235900
DTSTAMP:20250701T115424Z
CREATED:20250527T052456Z
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SUMMARY:Proposal Writing Summer School
DESCRIPTION:Join our two-day Proposal Writing Summer School to fine-tune your skills\, tackle real cases\, and get ahead – just in time for the peak proposal season. \n\n\n\nWorkshop overview\n\n\n\nDo you wish to improve or finetune your proposal writing skills\, just before the peak pressure of proposal writing starts? Join our two-day Proposal Writing Summer School! \n\n\n\nWorkshop details\n\n\n\nDay 1: Research and setup \n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding the donor – What are donors really looking for\, and how can you stand out?\n\n\n\nSetting up a proposal team – What roles are needed\, and how should you structure the proposal development process?\n\n\n\nCreating a review grid – Learn how to identify both formal and informal evaluation criteria and organize the review process.\n\n\n\nDrafting a proposal outline – Understand the key components of a proposal and how to build a solid structure.\n\n\n\n\nDay 2: Writing and Refining \n\n\n\n\nWriting key sections – Dive deeper into crafting specific parts of a proposal.\n\n\n\nCollaborative grant writing – Learn how to write consistently and coherently as a team.\n\n\n\nPersuasive writing – Strengthen your proposal with techniques for writing convincingly.\n\n\n\nCompliance and responsiveness check – Review proposals to identify weak points before the donor does.\n\n\n\n\nWho is this for?\n\n\n\nAt HVFC we know that fundraising is a team effort. This summer school is designed for both fundraising and non-fundraising professionals with some experience in proposal development\, whether you write\, review\, or coordinate proposals. \n\n\n\nWe keep the group small and interactive\, with a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 15 participants. You’ll work on real cases\, tailored to the group’s diverse backgrounds\, for practical\, hands-on learning. \n\n\n\nWhat you will get\n\n\n\n\nTwo-day interactive workshop\n\n\n\nGuidance from two experienced trainers\n\n\n\nNetworking with fellow institutional fundraisers\n\n\n\nCustomizable proposal development tools\n\n\n\nWriting a Winning Proposal handbook\n\n\n\nOne proposal feedback (per organization) of up to 4 hours of expert coaching within three months of the workshop\n\n\n\nCertificate of completion\n\n\n\n\nCosts\n\n\n\nNo VAT added! HVFC is audited and certified by CRKBO\, which allows us to offer VAT-exempt training. \n\n\n\nThe fee starts at 995 euro (for the first 5 signups)\, 1.495 for the next 5 and 1.995 for the final 5. \n\n\n\nThe fee includes workshop participation\, lunch and refreshments\, and the follow-up feedback. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/proposal-writing-summer-school/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250707T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250718T235900
DTSTAMP:20250701T115722Z
CREATED:20250519T062732Z
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SUMMARY:Move 4 Human Rights: Summer Edition
DESCRIPTION:This summer Human Security Collective\, together with the human rights organizations Justice & Peace\, Stichting Our Bodies Our Voice\, and Human Rights in the Picture\, is organizing the Move 4 Human Rights Summer Edition. This empowering two-week summer program is open to (future) change makers\, aged 18 – 30 years. \n\n\n\nThrough interactive workshops\, field visits\, and collaborative projects\, this program creates a powerful space where theory meets practice. Participants will explore pressing human rights issues and contribute to impactful solutions. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect?\n\n\n\nThroughout the program\, participants will gain practical experience and build essential skills through: \n\n\n\n\nHands-on learning – Engage in interactive workshops and dynamic discussions.\n\n\n\nExpert insights – Learn from human rights practitioners\, activists\, and policymakers.\n\n\n\nCollaborative projects – Work with peers to design innovative initiatives to address pressing human rights issues.\n\n\n\nNetworking & community – Connect with like-minded peers from around the world.\n\n\n\n\nWhy join? \n\n\n\nThe Move 4 Human Rights Summer Edition equips young individuals with the knowledge\, skills\, and connections to drive meaningful change. Whether you want to deepen your understanding\, gain hands-on experience\, or build a network of like-minded changemakers\, this program provides the perfect platform. The program is completely free of charge and\, upon completion\, participants will receive a certificate in recognition of  their involvement and dedication throughout the program. \n\n\n\nHow to apply\n\n\n\nSpaces for the Move 4 Human Rights summer edition are limited\, so interested individuals are recommended to apply immediately and secure their spot. For any questions or concerns\, please contact info@move4hr.nl \n	Apply here This link opens in a new tab\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/move-4-human-rights-summer-edition/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250707T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250718T170000
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SUMMARY:Migration and Local Authorities Course
DESCRIPTION:Worldwide more than 100 million people have been forced to leave their homes due to conflicts\, violence\, fear of persecution and human rights violations. There has been a remarkable increase in the number of people that have been displaced since 2012 with no sign of this trend reversing.  Among them\, there are 53 million people internally displaced\, 27 million refugees and almost 5 million asylum seekers. Local governments often find themselves at the forefront of the global response to human displacement and need to take measures before national governments develop and adopt response strategies and policies.  \n\n\n\nThis course explores how local authorities can develop innovative solutions to the complex challenges of displaced populations. We will discuss how different levels of government interact and specifically what role local governments and local institutions can play in dealing with forced migration. We will examine how they can provide housing and health care for migrants and refugees while maintaining the level of services for the host community. Furthermore\, we will discuss social cohesion between migrants and host communities\, especially in communities with a significant presence of migrants. The course will also focus on ways to secure the economic inclusion of refugees and migrants in the local context.   \n\n\n\nKey Information \n\n\n\nThe course is aimed at professionals working on local policies for refugees and migrants. Participants work for national\, regional and local government\, NGOs\, donor and development organisations\, and research institutes.  \n\n\n\nThe scheduling of the training will be established at a later time. \n\n\n\nThe course fee is € 3\,895*. This includes all training related costs as well as drinks and warm lunches during the training days. Group discounts are available if you participate with three or more colleagues. \n\n\n\nThis training takes place in The Hague\, Netherlands. \n\n\n\nAfter this course\, you will receive a professional certificate of completion from The Hague Academy for Local Governance. \n\n\n\n*Professionals working in local government or for local NGOs on the DAC list of ODA-recipient countries (OECD) may qualify for a reduced course fee. Contact us for details. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives\n\n\n\nThis course will help you: \n\n\n\nDescribe the roles and responsibilities of local authorities in managing large movements of refugees and migrants; \n\n\n\nDiscuss the linkages between local migration challenges\, the national context\, and global trends as well as legal and institutional frameworks; \n\n\n\nRecognise the importance of investing in social cohesion in all aspects of the local response to migration and displacement; \n\n\n\nDescribe different approaches to support local authorities in planning for migration and displacement; \n\n\n\nDevelop approaches to strengthen service delivery in an inclusive manner. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Find out more here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/migration-and-local-authorities-course/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250710T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250710T163000
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SUMMARY:New INGO roles in shaping the future of Global Development
DESCRIPTION:The international development landscape is undergoing rapid and profound change. Budgets are shrinking\, political space for civil society is narrowing\, and INGOs face major strategic and operational shifts. At the same time\, Global Majority actors are quickly adapting and stepping up leadership. Amidst these shifts\, how can we ensure the momentum for equitable partnerships and shifting power is not lost? What remains of the role of the INGO? \nJoin us for an interactive online webinar where we explore alternative roles\, emerging strategies and fresh thinking for those navigating the transformations in the sector. We will jointly explore what we can do now to address the interconnected crises in international development while ensuring that we remain committed to equitable partnerships and shifting power. \nWhat to Expect\nPresentations on altnerative roles and emerging approaches\, including: \n\nScaling approaches – Marjolijn Wilmink\, MAX Foundation\nLocal resource mobilization – Lori Carejas\, Wilde Ganzen\nLocalisation as adaptation strategy\nGlobal Majority leadership and perspectives\n\nCollective dialogue on what is needed now to address the interconnected crises in international development while ensuring that we remain committed to equitable partnerships and shifting power. \n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/new-ingo-roles-in-shaping-the-future-of-global-development/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250715T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250715T190000
DTSTAMP:20250703T110643Z
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SUMMARY:The Handshake with Mette Gonggrijp
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special edition of The Handshake\, our interactive event series connecting aspiring changemakers with experienced professionals in the peace & justice and “for good” sectors. This edition is presented in partnership with the Move 4 Human Rights Summer Edition. A limited number of seats have been opened up for the public—register soon to secure your spot! \nWe are thrilled to welcome Mette Gonggrijp\, former Dutch Ambassador\, leadership coach\, and founder of IMind2Lead\, to share her personal and professional journey. \nWhether you’re a student\, a young professional\, or considering a career shift\, this is your opportunity to: \n\nHear Mette’s inspiring story of diplomacy\, resilience\, and reinvention\nExplore careers in international relations\, leadership\, mental health\, and social entrepreneurship\nAsk your burning questions in an open Q&A\nConnect with like-minded peers and professionals\n\n“My journey has taught me that as leaders we can achieve more meaningful impact in the world by staying whole\, open and healthy” – Mette Gonggrijp \nIntroducing Mette\nMette Gonggrijp has been a Dutch diplomat and ambassador for over two decades. She served at the Dutch Embassies in Zimbabwe and Costa Rica (including Honduras\, El Salvador\, Guatemala and Nicaragua). She has been posted at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in The Hague as Director Sub-Sahara Africa and Ambassador Women’s Rights and Gender Equality. \nHer grandfathers’ resistance activities during WOII and his subsequent experiences as Prisoner of War have motivated Mette throughout her educational and professional career. She chose to focus her Master European Public Administration on international relations and international law. Internships at the Stockholm Peace Research Institute\, Asser Institute for International Law and the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) led her to apply for the diplomatic training course in 1998. \nHer commitment to human rights and human dignity for all inspired her to consistently seek positions at Dutch MFA in the field of governance\, human rights\, social justice and international cooperation. When Mette resigned from MFA in 2022\, she had been working zealously in leadership positions for over 10 years. Known for being a ‘modern leader’ within the diplomatic service\, her leadership style had been characterised by a drive to foster thriving teams that realise true differences for others in the world. \nMette’s resignation from MFA followed the manifestation of unacknowledged complex (intergenerational) trauma. Drawing from her personal healing journey and her diplomatic career\, she founded the social enterprise IMind2Lead in 2022. Her recent education in coaching\, trauma\, mental health and well-being at Standford and NICABM have deepened her understanding and commitment. Mette’s belief is that the current uncertain\, polarised and complex world needs a different kind of leadership. Leadership that is being practised from a healthy\, open and conscious mind/body/heart congruence. With IMind2Lead through coaching and community she has been passionately guiding ngo\, public\, diplomatic and corporate mission-driven leaders towards ‘whole leadership’ for change. \nWhat is The Handshake?\nA career inspiration series spotlighting leading voices in peace the justice ecosystem. Through honest conversations and personal stories\, The Handshake offers an inside look at real career journeys\, beyond titles and job descriptions. \nParticipants can engage directly\, asking their pressing questions about career journeys\, field developments\, and the key skills needed for future professionals. For those who find the peace and justice sector daunting or do not know where to begin\, these conversations provide practical insights and help set realistic expectations for entering the field. \nRead about previous editions of The Handshake here \n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/the-handshake-with-mette-gonggrijp/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:The Handshake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250722T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250722T203000
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Movie Night YUMI: The Whole World
DESCRIPTION:Please come on time\, the film starts at 17:30 \nJoin us for a special evening organised in collaboration with World Youth for Climate Justice\, Pacific Island Students Fighting Climate Change\, Interactive Media Foundation\, Humanity Hub\, and Flora Filmtheater on the eve of the International Court of Justice’s landmark advisory opinion on climate change obligations. \nOn 23 July\, the ICJ will issue its much-anticipated nonbinding opinion on the legal responsibilities of states to tackle climate change. This decision is expected to influence climate litigation worldwide and address whether major greenhouse-gas-emitting states should be held liable for the damage inflicted upon small island nations and vulnerable communities. \nAbout the Film – YUMI: The Whole World is an inspiring documentary following Pacific Island students as they lead a global campaign to seek climate justice through the world’s highest court. The film captures their determination\, cultural strength\, and legal advocacy\, culminating in the movement for an ICJ advisory opinion that will shape global climate law. \nProgramme\n\n17:30 – Film Screening: YUMI: The Whole World\nFollowed by: Short conversation with representatives from WYCJ and PISFCC\nClosing with: Networking drinks at Flora Rooftop Restaurant\n\nAs we await this historic ruling\, come together for an evening of cinema\, reflection\, and dialogue on the power of youth-led climate justice movements shaping our collective future. \n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-movie-night-yumi-the-whole-world-2/
LOCATION:Flora Filmtheater\, De Constant Rebecquestraat 55\, Den Haag\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Climate,Just Peace Movie Night
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250723T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250723T130000
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SUMMARY:Democracies under attack: the anti-rights movement and their tactics to influence the public narrative
DESCRIPTION:As part of a series of Brown Bag Sessions on the anti-rights movement\, we present our second Brown Bag Session of 2025\, a short online\, informal learning session. In this brown-bag session\, we will take a deep dive into the global anti-rights movement coordinated attacks against democracy and civic space.  Joined by RNW Media\, CIVICUS\, the University of Gothenburg and the Love Alliance\, we will present why the anti-rights movement is a threat to our democracies\, and give examples of what misinformation and disinformation tactics anti-rights groups are using. We invite you to bring your own lunch and engage! \nAnti-rights groups & dis/misinformation tactics\nCivil society worldwide is under growing pressure from the rising anti-rights movement\, with more outspoken and direct attacks on civic rights\, freedom of expression\, and on democratic values. Actors linked to anti-rights groups are trying to interfere in democratic processes\, and attacking civic freedoms. \nAnti-rights groups continue to win ground by using tactics such as disinformation (spreading deliberately deceiving or misleading information) & intimidation including aggressive litigation to drain resources of civil society organisations\, exploit public funds and influence institutions like the UN and EU to advance regressive agendas. Their tactics\, ranging from spreading false and misleading information to strategic lobbying\, have the potential to polarise public opinion\, erode trust in democratic processes\, and promote extremism. \nWhat to expect?\nIn this brown bag session\, representatives Giovana Fleck (RNW Media)\, Ines Pousadela (CIVICUS) and Post doctoral researcher Haley McEwen (University of Gothenburg) will be interviewed by Aidsfonds on how the anti-rights movement poses a threat to our civic space and democracies. We will explore: \n\nProvide insight into how misinformation and disinformation influence public narratives and are instrumentalised by certain groups.\nWhy it is important to understand the tactics of the anti-rights groups\nHow the anti-rights offense is going beyond attacks on the LGBTIQ+ and women’s rights.\n\nAbout the Partos LNOB Brown Bag sessions\nThis Brown Bag lunch session is the sixth of a series organised by the Partos Leave No One Behind Community of Practice (LNOB) with inspiring presentations on intersectionality and Leave No One Behind in practice. Digest fresh from the shelf\, or yet to be tested\, best practices\, tools\, and approaches that aim to put rights holders in the driving seat and reduce discrimination. \nMissed the first session on the anti-rights movement? Find the summary here. \n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/democracies-under-attack-the-anti-rights-movement-and-their-tactics-to-influence-the-public-narrative/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250724T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250724T173000
DTSTAMP:20250721T072518Z
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SUMMARY:A Verdict for the Planet: Legal and Political Reflections on the ICJ Climate Ruling
DESCRIPTION:Following the historic delivery of the ICJ AO on climate change on 23rd July 2025\, this seminar will provide a stage for leading experts from government\, the legal fraternity\, and the youth to reflect on the ICJ’s Advisory Opinion on climate change. This 90-minute rapid-reaction event offers top-line legal and political analysis\, framing the opinion’s implications to bolster stronger climate action from a climate justice perspective. \n	Register Here
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/a-verdict-for-the-planet-legal-and-political-reflections-on-the-icj-climate-ruling/
LOCATION:Online
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