Overview This event hosted by the International Institute of Social Studies of Erasmus University Rotterdam (ISS) will have an expert panel explaining the case Ismail Ziada's lawyers are now bringing on his behalf to the European Court of Human Rights. An attack in 2014 resulted in the death of six of Ziada's family members, in […]
This Supranational Criminal Law (SCL) lecture hosted by the Asser Institute will delve into various international legal aspects of the Israel-Palestine conflict. 3 Key Focus Areas: -> Jus ad bellum: Examining the scope of the right to self-defenceThe jus ad bellum refers to the conditions under which States may resort to war or to the use of […]
Overview This event is an opportunity to dive into a new study providing a comprehensive analysis of concrete actions taken to shift power between NGOs. A just-completed research report, "Where do we go from here" examines the nature, extent and effect of actions undertaken by Northern and Southern NGOs within NGO partnerships and the broader […]
To power the green economy, a new frontier is found for extracting minerals: the deep sea. But mining the ocean floor may have enormous unforeseen consequences. And who really owns the deep sea anyway? With amazing, otherworldly images, and fantastically narrated by Jason Momoa (Aquaman, Game of Thrones). Event Overview On Tour is a spin-off of […]
Professor Obiora Okafor from Johns Hopkins University Washington will open the third cycle of the Owada Chair with the lecture Global Diversity and the Living International Human Rights Law. Following this, there will be a debate on his lecture. Wednesday 17 January will include a roundtable discussion and a PhD workshop. About Owada Chair The universities of […]
In this 2-hour training, the founders of the Expertise Centre Humanitarian Communication (HumCom), Emiel Martens and Wouter Oomen, will introduce the academic analyses and ethical dilemmas surrounding the field of humanitarian communication. In addition, they will present the new Inclusive Communication Guide for International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid that they created together with Partos, including […]
The next #SDGCafe will focus on Equal Trade Africa In Motion’s Equal Trade Certification initiative introduces a revolutionary and innovative economic model to tackle the ongoing challenges connected with underdevelopment in Africa. It aims to break through existing trade systems under which Africa supplies vast amounts of raw materials while simultaneously experiencing widespread poverty and […]
In recent years, the United Nations has remarked on a worldwide surge in hate speech and incitement, and considered them ‘a menace to democratic values, social stability and peace.’ In spite of the urgency to address hate speech and incitement, there is no one universal definition of hate speech or incitement in international law. This HILAC […]
Overview #DemocracyDrinks bring together democracy advocates, thinkers and enthusiasts to connect in an informal setting. As a valuable opportunity for networking, the event will be all about making new contacts and catching up with people you know. You can test new ideas; plan common initiatives; and find moral support and inspiration. The event series in […]
Overview: This webinar hosted by the International Centre for Counter-Terrorism will present findings from their upcoming book "Female Jihadis Facing Justice: Comparing Approaches in Europe". The book compiled and analysed a unique dataset on female Violent Extremist Offenders (VEOs), comprising 283 criminal cases from Belgium, France, Germany, and the Netherlands, in addition to conducting over […]
Overview The Programmatic Learning Instrument (PLI) is a funding instrument of Hub member the Knowledge Platform Security & Rule of Law (KPSRL) to support programmatic learning across security and rule of law programming. As part of the PLI, the KPSRL is currently running pilots and commissioning a study to enhance their understanding of how approaches […]
Overview KUNO, the platform for humanitarian knowledge exchange, has invited the Mukwege Foundation to present their new Guidebook on Conflict Related Sexual Violence. This Guidebook is a practical tool for local and international NGOs, legal advisors, advocacy officers and survivors. It compiles all of the applicable international law and norms relating to Conflict Related Sexual Violence (CRSV) […]
Overview: On Tour is a spin-off of the Movies that Matter Festival. Each year, they select eight great festival titles that they aim to offer a wide platform throughout the country. In cooperation with (currently) seventeen film theatres and local volunteer groups, they screen a film or documentary that matters, every month from October to May. […]
Overview: Join us for the next edition in the Fireside Peace Chats series with fellows from the Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP). This edition is titled “Intersectional Insights: NGOs Advancing Youth, Feminist, and Human Rights-Based Perspectives.” The fellows will share experiences from local peacebuilding efforts addressing crucial issues such as gender equality, youth empowerment […]
Overview: This event is dedicated to bringing attention to the hardships faced by Syrian women during the conflict in Syria. They have suffered from severe injustices, including being killed, imprisoned, and subjected to sexual violence. Highlights of the event include unveiling a new report by the Syrian Network for Human Rights, which explores the effects […]
A new international convention, the Ljubljana-The Hague Convention, which was adopted in May 2023 by 68 countries, will be opened for signature on 14 February 2024. Together with the Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security, the Asser Institute will organise a seminar on the new treaty, which will take place in the Peace Palace in The […]
Overview: "EmpowerIn" is a compelling panel discussion dedicated to deepening awareness during Black History Month. The goal is to transcend surface discussions and explore nuanced solutions to diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges faced by Black professionals in the workplace. The event will feature prominent speakers from various industries. Additionally, our Career & Entrepreneur Clinic will […]
Overview: In 2024, Syrian refugees are more trapped than ever in an invisible 'no man's land', between the hammer and the anvil: a country to which they cannot return, neighbouring countries that no longer want to receive them, and European countries that are denying them entry in increasingly violent ways.The complete lack of solutions for […]
How do you boost the potato market in a conflict-affected region of the Sahel while promoting land rights for populations on the move? Mercy Corps’ Strategic Response Manager, Justin Colvard, returns from a 3-month assignment in Mali, where he led the team to scale up their climate and conflict work and adapt to the growing insecurity […]
Overview Join this dynamic, interactive, and entertaining 4-hour workshop hosted by Hub member Piero Gandini. The skills taught in this workshop are inspired by the following reflections: How often have we been asked, or have we asked others, to think out of the box? How often has somebody taught us to think out of the […]
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