Events

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 […]

This 10th-anniversary conference is a timely occasion to reflect on the past, present and future in the governance of migration and diversity. The conference focuses on academic and societal debates on the governance of migration and diversity in general, including but not limited to the role of the LDE centre itself. Especially in these times […]

Europe offers strong fundraising potential for international NGOs—if you know how to navigate it. This one-hour session explores key success factors for attracting European funding, including EC grants, major foundations, and Dutch government frameworks. We’ll touch on available opportunities, but focus on what it takes to become structurally successful. Each participating NGO is also invited […]

This is an essential workshop designed to equip students, families, and educators with the knowledge and tools to navigate data privacy safely.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Unauthorised data collection and sharing by schools and apps Adequate data protection policies in youth-serving organizations Surveillance technologies on school campuses and personal devices Immigration enforcement and student data […]

ImpactFest is turning 10! This anniversary is more than a celebration — it’s a time for reflection and a bold leap forward.   What happens at ImpactFest? This is the place to be for: Original innovators: reignite the fire that started it all Emerging changemakers: create space for real, uncompromising transformation The full ecosystem: protect […]

Information Join us for an interactive session exploring PeaceTech with founders and investors who are tackling the world’s most complicated topic: Peace. This session will be of interest to impact investors, startups, ecosystem/intermediary funders, or anyone interested in innovation for peace. Get your tickets here!

Join us for an interactive session exploring how strategic investments can strengthen resilience and create positive change in complex global settings. This session is designed as a collaborative conversation, highlighting innovative approaches and building cross-sector partnerships. This meetup is of interest to impact investors, corporates, ecosystem/intermediary funders, or anyone interested in innovation and funding for […]