Fighting Double Standards before the ICC: Torture by UK Forces in Iraq

Hundreds of Iraqis who were detained by UK forces during the Iraq war have described abuse and torture. Their testimonies show a pattern of violent beatings, sleep deprivation, lack of food, religious humiliation and sexual abuse. The UK has not genuinely investigated senior officials’ accountability for the abuses in Iraq. Therefore, the European Center for […]

10th Hydro-Hegemony conference

The Power of Representation & the Representation of Power in Water Conflict and Cooperation The 10th Hydro-hegemony conference (HH10) discusses ‘The Power of Representation & the Representation of Power in Water Conflict and Cooperation’. The conference is co-organised by IHE Delft, Wageningen University & Research, King’s College London, the University of East Anglia, and the […]

Bridging the Gap – Knowledge Platform Security & Rule of Law Annual Conference 2019

The Annual Conference is a one-day event that brings our vibrant community of practitioners, researchers, and policymakers together for a thought-provoking discussion. As in previous years, the Annual Conference brings together representatives from national and international governments and policy organs, think-thanks, journalists, INGO practitioners, activists, diplomats, and field researchers from around the globe. These diverse […]

The ISIS Files Project

The International Centre for Counter-Terrorism – The Hague (ICCT) in collaboration with the Program on Extremism at the George Washington University (GWPOE) and the New York Times, cordially invites you to an event on “The ISIS Files”, part of a series of events discussing the Program on Extremism’s newest research endeavor. The event will be held at […]

Partos Innovation Festival 2019

On 11 October, we celebrate innovation and inclusion in international development. Partos and The Spindle will be organising the 6th Partos Innovation Festival. A day on which innovation within development cooperation is celebrated. Together with NGOs, civil society leaders, researchers, social entrepreneurs, funders, government and private sector we come together to share ideas, inspiration & […]

Hub Lunch: Environment and Human Rights at Hague Hacks

The Hague Hacks bridges the gap between human rights and technology. We facilitate and connect a range of trans-disciplinary actors to create and develop ideas and technology that empowers human rights defenders (H.R.D.s) and improves the safety and freedom of victims of human rights violations. The Hague Hacks Festival is our main ideation (idea creation) event of […]

Hub Social

Join and Connect! Join our monthly drinks to connect or reconnect with fellow Humanity Hub members, and other innovators in peace, justice, and humanitarian affairs! Feel free to bring your friends and guests.We always have the space for a semi formal talk on a relevant topic, followed by networking drinks in a relaxed setting. Would […]

Past, Present and Future of Women in the Gulf

Five women from the Gulf states will take the stage to reflect on societal changes and the shifting role of women in their region. From their expertise in the fields of politics, education, business, law, and the cultural sector, they will each share their view. Which road lies behind them and what is still ahead? […]

Creative Session with Enterprise for Peace Scholars

About One Young World and the Enterprise for Peace Scholarship From 22-25 October 2019, the One Young World Summit 2019 will take place in London. Around 2000 young leaders from 196 different countries will take part in this conference that will connect change-makers to discuss and develop initiatives addressing the Sustainable Development Goals and create […]

Seminar: Cultivating Resilience

The science of mind and its relevance for policy making in education, health care, humanitarian aid and the environment. We are at a pivotal moment in our collective history in which the human mind and the sense of self that emerges from it, are changing the face of our living world.  The events in the […]

Hague Talks: How can humanitarian aid workers build resilience in high-stress environments?

As a global society, we rely upon 570,000 humanitarian aid workers to bring security, comfort and basic services to more than 131 million people in need, including over 68 million refugees displaced by conflict and insecurity. Relief workers operating on the front lines of humanitarian response are routinely exposed to stress and chaos, and as a result, […]

Hub Lunch with INSO – Challenges in moving an NGO to NL

Hub member INSO, the International NGO Safety Organisation, is in the process of scaling up its NL presence and will be setting up an office in the Netherlands over the next few months. Why? According to INSO's Operations Director Phil Drake "to be closer to our main donors in Europe and allow us to engage […]

Hub Lunch: International NGO Safety Organisation

Hub Member International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) is in the process of scaling up its Netherlands presence and will be expanding its team at the Hub over the next few months. Why? According to INSO's Operations Director Phil Drake, it is "to be closer to our main donors in Europe and allow us to engage […]

Hub Lunch: A Conversation on Food – Wholesome Approaches to Habits and Practices

Food has historically been about more than just nutrition. It has been a way to bring communities together, to settle disputes and for cultures to preserve their heritage. Today food can be a confusing topic, whether its veganism, diets or nutrition. Food can be a powerful connector, so let's not waste it and let's try […]

Fundraising Training with Fonds 1818

Do you have plans for a good project but not the financial means to make it happen? In The Netherlands there are many foundations that can help with money, knowledge and a network. You may have heard of the big ones but there are hundreds of smaller foundations all with their specific focus areas. During […]

Approaches to Domestic Violence in the Netherlands and Beyond

According to the INTERVICT Institute and Research and Documentation Center in the Netherlands, more than 200,000 individuals fall victim to domestic violence every year. This scenario is happening in a country that is described as the one who “cares the most about human rights” according to the 2019 Best Countries Ranking.   So, why is […]

Humanity Hub Experience Day

Are you curious about what goes on in the Humanity Hub? Are you working on innovations in peace, justice and humanitarian action? Would you like to join likeminded individuals and increase your impact through collaboration? At our Humanity Hub Experience Day you get to become a Humanity Hub member for a day! During your time […]

Future Session: Urban Resilience, with Cordaid and AMS Institute

This session will be the third (and last) in line on the topic of urban development and will be a practical follow up on the inspirational session Future in Cities at the Partos Innovation Festival. The session will be facilitated by prof. dr. Arjan van Timmeren of the Amsterdam Metropolitan Solutions Institute. Over the years his work has focused […]

Humanitarian Reality in Colombia: Solidarity for Human Rights Defenders

A profile of The Community Leaders: Who are they? And what is their story? Genaro Graciano, Defender of Human Rights and Nature, specialised in agriculture and coffee culture. Coming from the municipality of Ituango (Antioquia). In 2009, at the beginning of the construction of the extractive megaproject "Hidroituango", Genaro started witnessing the negative impact on […]

Lunch & Learn: Cultural Strategy in Communication Campaigns

Have you ever wondered how your campaigns could become more effective? Often a great deal of effort is put in the what of a message, but rarely the same attention is given to how the message fits in the larger cultural framework of the target audience. This ‘lunch and learn’ you’ll learn how a soap […]

Host your events at the Humanity Hub

From workshops and trainings to large conferences, our modern facilities — including hybrid options and sustainable catering — ensure a smooth experience. We also offer optional support with guest registration, check-in, ticketing, and event communications. Contact our team for a custom, no-obligation quote: