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SUMMARY:Rule of Law Training
DESCRIPTION:The Matra Rule of Law Training Programme is designed to strengthen institutional capacity in the field of rule of law within government organisations in Albania\, Armenia\, Bosnia and Herzegovina\, Georgia\, Kosovo\, Moldova\, Montenegro\, North Macedonia\, Serbia\, Türkiye\, and Ukraine. Each year we offer (hybrid) training courses\, providing participants with insights into best practices across a wide range of rule of law topics. \n\n\n\nThrough interactive sessions that blend theory with practical skills\, as well as study visits\, our programme equips policy advisors\, members of the judiciary and other civil servants working in the government and justice sectors with the knowledge and skills needed to drive reforms within their respective countries. \n\n\n\nIn addition\, by taking part in the training programme\, participants become part of a large international network of alumni\, lecturers and public institutions in the Netherlands and in the target countries. This network serves as a platform for learning\, exchange and collaboration. \n\n\n\nThe Matra Rule of Law Training Programme is designed and delivered by the Netherlands Helsinki Committee\, Leiden Law School and The Hague Academy for Local Governance. It is financed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands\, and administered by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) on behalf of the Ministry. For questions relating to the Matra Rule of Law Training Programme please contact us via matrarolt@nhc.nl \n\n\n\nThe following hybrid training courses are on offer in 2024-2025: \n\n\n\nIn 2024-2025 the following hybrid training courses are offered: \n\n\n\n1. Administration of Justice (full brochure) \n\n\n\nThis training will focus on the “judicial” dimension of Chapter 23. The training will focus on the fundamental principles of judicial organisation under the EU acquis – with a special focus on the case law of the EU Court of Justice – and groundbreaking case law of the European Court of Human Rights. Participants will also learn about best practices in the administration of justice in the Netherlands\, and the organisation and functioning of the judiciary. Participants will be introduced to the concept of independence and impartiality as developed in the robust case law of the European Court of Human Rights. Participants will discuss the legal framework regarding the principles of accountability and independence and the application of these principles; judicial culture as a backdrop against which courts function; the role of judicial councils and the role of precedent in legal practice. \n\n\n\nThis training will be held online from 02 to 13 December 2024 and will be held in-person from 20-31 January 2025. Applications are now closed. \n\n\n\n2. Integrity of Civil Servants (full brochure) \n\n\n\nPublic integrity is a core value of the European vision on good governance. It is essential for a well-functioning and transparent government\, and an important precondition for economic growth. This training will help participants developing integrity policies\, in order to ensure transparency\, accountability\, efficiency and ethical behaviour within government institutions. \n\n\n\nThis training will focus on three pillars of public integrity as defined by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD): system\, culture and accountability. Participants will discuss international and European standards\, while also learning about examples and practices from the Netherlands. How are integrity policies designed\, implemented and enforced? \n\n\n\nThis training will be held online from 27 January – 07 February 2025 and will be held in-person from 10 – 21 March 2025. \n\n\n\n3. Public Procurement (full brochure) \n\n\n\nThe acquis on public procurement includes general principles of transparency\, free movement of goods\, and non-discrimination. In addition\, specific EU rules apply for the coordination of awarding public works contracts\, services and supplies. Government contracts are of great economic and strategic importance and it is therefore necessary that systems are designed in such a way that conflicts of interest and corruption are prevented as much as possible. \n\n\n\nWith this training\, we want to increase knowledge of European regulations in the field of public procurement by looking at Dutch and international experience with regard to legitimacy and integrity of the purchasing process. Strong\, independent institutions protect the integrity of the system. This prevents inappropriate political or economic influence. This training also pays attention to gender responsive and transformative public procurement\, showing casing how public procurement can contribute to increasing gender equality. \n\n\n\nThis training will be held online from 27 January – 07 February 2025 and will be held in-person from 10 – 21 March 2025. \n\n\n\n4. Management of Public Services (full brochure) \n\n\n\nThis training addresses the question of how the public sector can be better organised to enable good public services. We look at the public sector from the perspective of multi-level governance: cooperation and coordination between multiple layers of government\, non-government actors and citizens for effective and efficient public services. Challenges surrounding decentralisation and privatisation (including public-private partnerships) are discussed\, including the financing of services. We also discuss the potential of digitalisation to make services more efficient\, transparent and accessible\, as well as accompanying challenges – for example regarding privacy\, data security and the digital divide. We discuss the importance of good personnel policy for well-functioning public institutions and services. We look at issues such as merit-based selection and promotion\, transparent performance assessments and offering training and development opportunities to government officials. \n\n\n\nThis training will be held online from 12 to 23 May 2025\, and in-person from 09 to 20 June 2025. Click here to apply. \n\n\n\n5. Management of Borders (full brochure) \n\n\n\nAll Matra countries share common challenges when it comes to migration\, asylum\, border management and organised transnational crime. The Western Balkans and Turkey are located on the crossroads of migration routes from conflict areas to EU member states\, while Armenia\, Georgia\, Moldova and Ukraine share common challenges in the field of border management and adjusting national legislation in order to meet the EU acquis. \n\n\n\nIn this training\, participants will strengthen their knowledge of EU asylum law and its interpretation by European courts. Sessions will be dedicated to the EU acquis\, including the EU return and readmission policy. In the field of border management\, participants will learn about Schengen legislation and the mandate of Frontex\, whiles sessions will also be held on the fight against organised crime. \n\n\n\nThe training will be held online from 12 to 23 May 2025 and in-person from 09 to 20 June 2025. Click here to apply. \n\n\n\n6. Human Rights \n\n\n\nDepending on the selected participants\, this training can be used in a number of ways to address fundamental and human rights. All government policy initiatives must be monitored for their impact on (human) rights and there must be mechanisms for monitoring and correcting practices that conflict with these rights. This training looks at mechanisms and policies that can be used to (better) safeguard internationally agreed human rights standards. Together with Dutch institutions active in this area\, we will exchange practical experiences with the participants and encourage them to reflect on the situation in their own country. \n\n\n\nThis training will be held online from 15 to 26 September 2025\, and in-person from 6 to 17 October 2025. \n\n\n\n7. (Functioning of) Democratic Institutions \n\n\n\nWell-functioning institutions that guarantee democracy\, the rule of law and human rights are essential for preserving the EU’s identity and values. They must guarantee and safeguard fundamental rights and freedoms. In this training we not only look at international standards (the role of the Venice Commission and the Council of Europe)\, but also at practice: how can civil servants themselves contribute to democratic policy and decision-making and increasing confidence in the government? How can organisations work more transparently? And how can the distance between the government and the citizen be reduced? \n\n\n\nThis training will be held online from 10 to 21 November 2025\, and in-person from 01 to 12 December 2025. \n\n\n\nThese training was held in 2023-2024: \n\n\n\nJudicial Cooperation \n\n\n\nIn this training we look at the importance of collaboration within the justice sector\, both at a national and international level. We will tailor the programme specifically based on the sectors in which the selected participants work. For example\, we look at the ways in which international cooperation between judges works (recognition of foreign judgments\, transfer of suspects). Regarding the enforcement of sentences\, we look at chain cooperation\, in which the fundamental values and standards of the EU are central. For example\, within criminal law\, the right balance must be found between punishment\, reintegration and the protection of victims and society. When it comes to punishment\, we will highlight the value of alternative sanctions to prison sentences. Within this training we pay special attention to cooperation between civil servants and civil society\, because Dutch chain cooperation within criminal law between government parties and civil society is highly developed and is often a revelation for experts from other countries. \n\n\n\nThis training was held online from 11 to 22 November 2024\, and in-person from 1 to 14 December 2024. \n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/rule-of-law-training/
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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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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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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
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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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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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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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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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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
DTSTAMP:20260629T134713Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250803
DTSTAMP:20250721T113357Z
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SUMMARY:The Global Public Interest Lawyering Program: International Law in Practice
DESCRIPTION:The GPIL International Law in Practice Intensive Program (“GPIL Summer Intensive Program”) provides a hybrid (i.e.\, both in-person and remote) experiential learning opportunity designed to advance practical understanding of public interest lawyering in public international law. In 2025\, the GPIL Summer Intensive Program will be offered from 28 July to 02 August in The Hague (Netherlands)\, known as the “City of Peace and Justice” as it features a range of core institutions in public international law from the International Court of Justice and International Criminal Court to international organizations such as the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons. The Hague is also one of the greatest sites of diplomatic exchange in the world and hosts a strong diplomatic presence from a range of States globally. The GPIL Summer Intensive Program will be held at the Hague Humanity Hub\, a center for collaboration and exchange among international civil society organizations active in The Hague. \nOver the course of this condensed week of learning\, participants will have the opportunity to gain a practical foundation in public international law by attending a series of lectures by leading practitioners and legal academics as well as by putting their new-found insights and skills to the test in an international legal advocacy exercise. Although subject to availability and not guaranteed\, The Global Pro Bono Bar Association is also working to facilitate (1) tours of the Peace Palace (site of the International Court of Justice and Permanent Court of Arbitration) as well as of the International Criminal Court for in-person participants; and (2) a virtual tour of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (“OPCW”) for remote participants. \nThe tentative schedule for the GPIL Summer Intensive Program is available at Annex I in this packet and information on how to apply is available at Annex V. As the 2025 GPIL Summer Intensive Program will be the inaugural in-person offering of this program\, The Global Pro Bono Bar Association is conducting the 2025 GPIL Summer Intensive Program with no program fee for both in-person and remote participants. Participants should understand that these early iterations of the GPIL Program remain a work-in-progress and incomplete or imperfect in some ways. Participants should expect technical and other issues to arise and approach participation in the 2025 GPIL Summer Intensive Program with a good measure of patience and humor as the bugs are worked out. Please direct any inquiries on this program to Adina Darbyshire at pgmcoord1@probonobar.org. \nDownload the full programme here \n	REGISTER  This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/gpil-international-law-in-practice/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250730T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250730T153000
DTSTAMP:20250721T073742Z
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SUMMARY:Humanitarian Reset: Who's Being Left Behind
DESCRIPTION:As the internationally dominated humanitarian system undertakes soul searching amid a collapse in funding and escalating crises\, USAID has now officially joined DfID\, AusAID and other agencies in the rearview mirror of aid history. Traditional humanitarian donors are making cuts across the board\, with estimates of a 40–50% decrease from the peak of funding in 2023. \nIn response\, the ‘humanitarian reset’ has garnered widespread attention\, seeking to direct the system reform agenda. It has attracted extensive critiques\, particularly owing to major decisions being made behind closed doors\, with voices from the so-called Global North dominant. \nThe perspectives of crisis-affected communities have been thoughtfully amplified and it has been made clear that the ‘humanitarian reset’ must not fail local actors\, but what about the people and local actors at the heart of humanitarian response? \nHow are Global South humanitarians responding to the funding crunch? What changes do they want to see? How can we ensure their influence in reimagining the humanitarian system? \nJoin us for an online-only webinar as we hear from Global South humanitarians on how to realise a better humanitarian system. \n	Register Here\n	 \nInterpretation will be available in Spanish and Arabic. \nThis event will be delivered in collaboration with the Humanitarian System Transformation through Local Humanitarian Leadership (HST-LHL) programme\, of which HPG is a part with Oxfam and other partners\, generously funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/humanitarian-reset-whos-being-left-behind/
LOCATION:Online
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