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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 Economic Development Course
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Jose Antonio Gallego Vázquez on Unsplash \nIntroduction\nBecause of globalisation and decentralisation\, economic development has shifted from large-scale national plans to territorial bound local plans known as Local Economic Development (LED). LED allows localities to plan and implement their economic development through a representative and participative forum that can build on existing economic advantages of its locality. The local government plays an important role in facilitating the development of the economy and creating ecosystems for entrepreneurship through priority setting in policy making\, convening all stakeholders and alignment with the higher tiers of government. \nLocal Economic Development (LED) requires an integrated approach where the public and private sector are aligned on priorities and where local governments have a certain level of decentralisation. \nThis course discusses the challenges of development\, LED as a concept in itself\, LED as an integrated approach\, the role of national and local government\, the role of the private sector and other economic stakeholders and the materialisation of a LED strategy. After having set these fundamental and contextual elements\, the course assess multiple LED strategies such as entrepreneurship development\, value chain development\, matching educational curricula with needs of the labour market\, assisting vulnerable groups to work and public-private partnerships. The course includes study visits that are aimed at lessons learned on the role of different stakeholders with the LED process. Furthermore\, the course embeds exchange moments between the international participants to stimulate peer-learning. \n  \nKey Information\nThis course is aimed at professionals involved in local economic development processes. Participants come from national\, regional and local government\, NGOs and donor and development organisations. \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. \nAfter this course\, you will receive a professional certificate of completion from The Hague Academy for Local Governance. \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  \nLearning objectives\nThis course helps participants: \n\nIdentify the typical economic development challenges that countries face\nUnderstand the LED framework\, including its characteristics and phases\nDefine the role that local governments\, the private sector and other important stakeholders can play in the promotion of LED\nUnderstand the stages of LED promotion processes at the local level\nLearn from examples of matching educational curricula with labour market needs\, assisting vulnerable groups with finding work\nIdentify the potential public\, private and development partner sources of LED finance\nComprehend how entrepreneurial ecosystems can be supported\nExplain how LED links to conflict prevention and peacebuilding\nIdentify the requirements for a sustainable and inclusive approach to value chain development that contributes to inclusive LED\nAnalyse how smart and creative city concepts promote LED\n\n  \nExperience\nThe course includes visits to a municipality where civil servants will explain the LED-strategy and implementation. Participants will also visit a ‘triple helix’ institute where public\, private sector work with research and development institutes\, a vocational training school and the private sector. Furthermore\, participants will work on different case studies from the work-practice of participants to apply the LED process to a locality and facilitate peer-to-peer exchanges. The training includes daily presentation by participants to further reflect and share lessons learned from their specific context. \n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/local-economic-development/
LOCATION:The Hague
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250915T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250915T181500
DTSTAMP:20250911T155952Z
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SUMMARY:Het Grote Verkiezingsdebat over Ontwikkelingssamenwerking en Veiligheid
DESCRIPTION:DCDD organiseert samen met Partos het verkiezingsdebat waarin internationale solidariteit centraal staat. Politieke partijen gaan met elkaar in gesprek over de toekomst van ontwikkelingssamenwerking\, noodhulp\, defensie en het belang van toegankelijkheid in het buitenlandbeleid. \nHet grote verkiezingsdebat over ontwikkelingssamenwerking en veiligheid in tijden van crisis\nEen initiatief van de Dutch Coalition on Disability and Development (DCDD) \nDCDD\, in afstemming met Partos en The Hague Humanity Hub\, organiseert het verkiezingsdebat waarin internationale solidariteit centraal staat. Politieke partijen gaan met elkaar in gesprek over de toekomst van ontwikkelingssamenwerking\, noodhulp\, defensie en het belang van toegankelijkheid in het buitenlandbeleid. \nIn een wereld vol conflicten\, klimaatcrises en toenemende ongelijkheid vragen we: welke keuzes maakt Nederland? En hoe zorgen we ervoor dat de meest gemarginaliseerde groepen niet worden uitgesloten\, waaronder mensen met een beperking? Hoe gaan we dat betalen? \nSluit aan bij dit urgente debat\, waar toegankelijkheid geen bijzaak is\, maar het uitgangspunt. Van harte welkom zijn vertegenwoordigers van maatschappelijke organisaties\, beleidsmakers\, professionals uit de ontwikkelingssector\, onderzoekers\, studenten en andere betrokkenen die zich willen verdiepen in of willen bijdragen aan een rechtvaardige en inclusieve wereld. \n15:45 – 17:15 Debat \nSprekers: \n→ Danielle Hirsch (GroenLinks/PvdA) \n→ Fatimazhra Belhirch (D66) \n→ Don Ceder (ChristenUnie) \n→ Elles van Ark (CDA) \nWAT TE DOEN?\nMeld je aan en spread the word! Voel je vrij om deze uitnodiging te delen met iedereen voor wie dit evenement relevant en interessant kan zijn. \nRegistreren kan via Eventbrite This link opens in a new tab \n	Registreren This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/het-grote-verkiezingsdebat-over-ontwikkelingssamenwerking-en-veiligheid/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250916T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250916T170000
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SUMMARY:[Colloquium] Securing (the minds) behind the quantum dream?
DESCRIPTION:Quantum innovation faces major engineering hurdles in translating quantum science into quantum technologies that can scale up and commercialise. The key to unlocking quantum ambitions is the coming together of scientific expertise\, engineering acumen and commercial savviness. \nAchieving these ambitions has sparked intense global competition for talent and expertise. Governments and institutions are responding by developing rules to protect sensitive research and technologies – a concept known as “knowledge security.” In light of the proposed Dutch Knowledge Security Screening Bill (tabled for early 2027) and the recent EU Quantum Strategy (July 2025)\, this talk explores on what “knowledge security” means for the pursuit of quantum innovation. \nSpeakers:\nAnh Nguyen is a PhD researcher in the Law and Governance of Quantum Technologies research group within the Institute for Information Law (IViR) at the University of Amsterdam. Her PhD looks at how legal dynamics play out in the emergence of quantum innovation value chains. The project delves into the role of law in the ring-fencing of access to material resources\, the politics of knowledge production\, and value appropriation from techno-scientific research in quantum innovation. \nProf. Dr Machiko Kanetake is the academic director and the chair of the executive board of the T.M.C. Asser Instituut. She is also Professor of International Law and Security Governance at the University of Amsterdam. \nHer groundbreaking research explores the intersection of international law\, security\, human rights\, and technology\, with a focus on sanctions\, arms and dual-use export control at the international\, EU\, and national levels\, and the regulation of surveillance technologies. Her current work centres on “research security” in Europe. \n	Register
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/colloquium-securing-the-minds-behind-the-quantum-dream/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250916T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250916T193000
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SUMMARY:From Surveillance to Empowerment: Advancing the Responsible Use of Technology in Alternatives to Detention
DESCRIPTION:Governments are increasingly turning to digital technologies such as GPS ankle monitors and tracking apps as so-called “alternatives to detention.” But a new report from UNSW Sydney’s Kaldor Centre for International Refugee Law\, the International Detention Coalition and the Refugee Law Lab shows these tools too often replicate detention in digital form\, restricting liberty\, undermining dignity and causing real harm for people on the move. \nThis launch will present the findings of our global study and introduce 10 Guiding Principles for ensuring technology reduces\, rather than expands\, detention. \nJoin us to explore how governments\, civil society and technologists can move towards genuine rights-based alternatives that promote freedom\, dignity and community integration. \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab\n	 \nWith thanks to the Global Migration Centre at the Graduate Institute of Geneva for kindly hosting this event\, and to Robert Bosch Stiftung for its generous support for this project.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/from-surveillance-to-empowerment-advancing-the-responsible-use-of-technology-in-alternatives-to-detention/
LOCATION:The Graduate Institute\, Chem. Eugène-Rigot 2\, Geneva\, 1202\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250917T153000
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SUMMARY:Better Safe Than Sorry: Early-warning and action to defend civic space
DESCRIPTION:Democracy and civic space are under threat in many parts of the world. How can we recognise these trends early and respond effectively? Which actions\, proposals\, or statements should raise our concern\, and how can civil society – and others – defend fundamental rights and freedoms? \nJoin us for the launch of a new report that compiles academic evidence on early democratic recession and the vital\, yet fragile\, role of civil counterpower. The report provides a practical framework and key indicators for analysis and action. \nWe will also hear from democracy defenders from Poland\, the Netherlands and Italy\, who will share what strategies are (and are not) effective. Together\, we will explore how we can strengthen each other’s efforts to safeguard democracy. \n\nHost:\nBarbara van Paassen\, co-author of the report “Against democratic recession: Recognizing suppression of civil counterpower” and independent consultant and facilitator \n\nExperts:\n\nMargit van Wessel\, co-author of the report and Associate Professor at Wageningen University (Netherlands)\nMałgorzata Szuleka\, Helsinki Foundation For Human Rights (Poland)\nFederica Vinci\, D-Hub (Italy)\nJasmijn Haak Wegman\, De Goede Zaak (Netherlands)\n\n  \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/better-safe-than-sorry-early-warning-and-action-to-defend-civic-space/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250918T170000
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Dialogue: Stemmen uit de stad
DESCRIPTION:Dit is een Nederlandstalig evenement/This event will be held in Dutch. \nDe wereld verandert snel\, en daarmee ook de manier waarop we samenleven. Verkiezingen komen eraan\, en dat zal ook zijn gevolgen hebben voor Den Haag. Democratische instituties\, internationaal recht\, het maatschappelijk middenveld en mensenrechten staan wereldwijd – en in toenemende mate ook in Nederland – onder druk. Vrijheden en rechten worden beproefd en tegelijkertijd neemt de polarisatie in onze samenleving toe.  Daardoor lijkt het soms makkelijker om in tegenstellingen te denken. Juist om die reden neemt de behoefte aan verbinding en samenwerking toe. Niet afwachten\, maar zelf het initiatief nemen. Dit brengt ons bij de onvermijdelijke vraag: Wat kunnen wij als burgers doen? \n  \nTijdens deze Just Peace Dialoog\, in samenwerking met Oxfam Novib\, gaan bewoners van Den Haag – van studenten en buurtorganisatoren tot activisten en beleidsmakers – met elkaar in gesprek over hoe we onze stem laten horen\, onze waarden uitdragen en samen verandering in gang zetten. Daarbij onderzoeken we thema’s als: \n  \nWelke druk ervaren we vandaag en hoe is dat in de afgelopen jaren veranderd? Kunnen we daar samen iets aan doen?  \nHoe werkt polarisatie\, wat kan ertegenover staan\, en hoe gaan we om met meningsverschillen zonder de dialoog te verliezen?  \nWat gebeurt er als we protesteren en wat werkt wel of niet bij het creëren van maatschappelijke bewustwording?  \nHoe organiseren we ons effectief op een kleinere\, lokale schaal?  \n  \nWe verkennen hoe lokale initiatieven in de politieke stad Den Haag en daarbuiten bijdragen aan een hechtere en veerkrachtige samenleving. Hoe we verbondenheid en vertrouwen kunnen versterken. En hoe iedereen\, vanuit zijn of haar eigen plek\, kan bijdragen aan een échte Stad van Vrede en Recht. \n  \nTijdens deze dialoog gaan we in gesprek met een panel van experts en betrokken burgers op het gebied van burgerparticipatie en sociale veerkracht. Manon Tiessink (Coalitie Schilderswijk)\, Yussuf Abdi (Hijaz Community) en Fakiha Ahmed (Oxfam Novib) komen hun inzichten en expertise met ons delen. Daarna wordt het gesprek opengesteld voor iedereen: van activisten en maatschappelijke organisaties tot journalisten\, beleidsmakers\, onderzoekers\, jongeren en betrokken burgers. De kracht ligt juist in een respectvolle en open uitwisseling van verschillende perspectieven\, die kan leiden tot meer wederzijds begrip en het ontstaan van nieuwe oplossingen. \n  \n	Hier registreren This link opens in a new tab\n	 \n  \nOver de sprekers\nManon Tiessink\n \nManon woont en werkt in de beruchte maar zeer geliefde Schilderswijk in Den Haag. Ze begon als vrijwilliger\, maar omarmde al snel radicale participatie: het beheren van gemeenschapsruimtes\, het herverdelen van middelen en het vormgeven van besluiten. Van het samen met bewoners beheren van buurthuizen en tuinen\, tot het opbouwen van een grassroots-coalitie in de Schilderswijk en het oprichten van een wijkcoöperatie — zij zet zich volledig in voor gemeenschapskracht en verandering van onderop. \n\nFakiha Ahmed\n \nFakiha Ahmed is expert burgerrechten bij Oxfam Novib. Met een achtergrond in Peace and Conflict Studies en met ruime ervaring bij internationale organisaties\, richt zij zich op mensenrechten en gelijkheid\, en brengt beleid en maatschappelijke dialoog samen om verandering te bevorderen. \n\nYussuf Abdi\n \nJurist en oprichter van Abdi Juristen en Lotus Legal BV. Actief in de Hijaz-gemeenschap in Den Haag\, waar hij recht en compassie verbindt. Gelooft dat echte vrede begint bij rechtvaardigheid in het dagelijks leven. \n  \n  \nJust Peace Open Dag 2025\nDen Haag staat wereldwijd bekend als de ‘Internationale Stad van Vrede & Recht’\, en bijna elk monumentaal gebouw in de stad speelt een rol in het bouwen aan een rechtvaardiger en vreedzamer wereld. \n  \nVan het Vredespaleis tot het Internationaal Strafhof\, van het Internationaal Strafhof van de VN tot het Nationaal Monument Oranjehotel\, de straten van Den Haag ademen geschiedenis! Maar wat gebeurt er eigenlijk elke dag achter die grote deuren? En hoe helpen mensen die in Den Haag werken de wereld beter en eerlijker te maken? Daarom is er de Just Peace Open Dag om daar achter te komen! \n  \nVoor één speciale zondag\, rond de Internationale Dag van de Vrede\, in september openen Just Peace Den Haag en meer dan 20 partners hun deuren voor jou om een kijkje achter de schermen te nemen en verhalen te horen van de mensen en de geschiedenis van elke instelling. \n  \nPrivacyverklaring\nThe Hague Humanity Hub verzamelt je naam\, e-mailadres en (indien opgegeven) je organisatie wanneer je je registreert voor evenementen. Deze informatie wordt gebruikt om je deelname te beheren en je te informeren over toekomstige evenementen. Indien van toepassing verzamelen we ook je dieetwensen (bijvoorbeeld voor evenementen met catering) of je toestemming om onze nieuwsbrief te ontvangen. We delen je persoonlijke gegevens niet met andere organisaties zonder jouw uitdrukkelijke toestemming. Je gegevens worden veilig opgeslagen. Je hebt op elk moment het recht om je gegevens in te zien\, te corrigeren of te laten verwijderen. We bewaren gegevens over evenementregistraties tot maximaal vijf jaar om trends in deelname te analyseren en onze programmering te verbeteren. Je kunt je op elk moment afmelden voor e-mailupdates of ervoor kiezen niet deel te nemen aan enquêtes.\nVoor meer informatie verwijzen we je graag naar onze volledige privacyverklaring. \n  \nDisclaimer\nFoto- en Video-opnamenDoor dit evenement bij te wonen\, ga je ermee akkoord dat er foto’s en/of video-opnamen kunnen worden gemaakt voor documentatie- en promotiedoeleinden door The Hague Humanity Hub. Als je liever niet gefotografeerd of gefilmd wilt worden\, kun je je toestemming intrekken door een e-mail te sturen naar communication@humanityhub.net\, onder vermelding van het betreffende evenement (en met aanvullende informatie waarmee we je kunnen identificeren). Zodra de toestemming is ingetrokken\, zal The Hague Humanity Hub eventuele beeldopnamen van jou zo snel mogelijk verwijderen.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-dialogue-stemmen-uit-de-stad/
LOCATION:Amare\, Spuiplein 150\, Den Haag\, Zuid-Holland\, 2511\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Clean Crops\, Safe Workers: United for Healthy\, Sustainable Supply Chains
DESCRIPTION:How can we protect workers and their communities in the seed\, flower\, and palm oil industries from the dangers posed by agrochemicals? Mondiaal FNV’s symposium will delve into the risks of agrochemicals in agriculture\, explore practical solutions for improving workers’ health and safety\, and highlight the vital role trade unions play in advocating for change. \nThe use of pesticides and other agrochemicals in global agriculture is a pressing issue. Workers\, consumers\, and communities are increasingly concerned about their health and the impact on biodiversity. Meanwhile\, workers on the frontlines – many of whom are women – face significant risks\, often with limited protection\, training\, and medical support. \n  \nJoin us\nJoin Mondiaal FNV and FNV in collaboration with trade unions partners from key producing countries\, including India\, Ghana\, Indonesia\, Colombia\, and Zimbabwe\, as we explore solutions for creating safe and healthy working environments in the seed\, flower\, horticulture and palm oil value chains. \n  \nWhy Attend?\nThis symposium will delve into the risks of agrochemicals in agriculture\, explore practical solutions for improving workers’ health and safety\, and highlight the vital role trade unions play in advocating for change. Whether you’re from a company\, governmental body\, civil society organization\, or knowledge institute\, we invite you to contribute your insights and learn from a diverse group of professionals working towards healthier and safer supply chains. \n  \nKey Topics\n\nHow can we better protect workers in production countries from harmful substances like pesticides and fertilizers?\nWhat role can research\, knowledge and innovation play in reducing risks in these sectors?\nHow can we strengthen collaboration and dialogue between unions\, businesses\, governments\, and civil society for clean crops and safe work?\n\n  \nWhat to Expect\n\nEngaging presentations from trade union leaders\, experts and key stakeholders.\nIn-depth workshops and discussions focused on practical\, actionable solutions for better working conditions.\nOpportunities to network and exchange experiences with professionals from around the globe.\n\n  \nWho Should Attend?\n\nAgricultural companies\, especially those in seed\, flower\, and palm oil sectors.\nGovernment representatives and policymakers focused on worker safety and environmental sustainability.\nTrade unions\, NGOs\, and CSOs advocating for workers’ rights and the environment.\nResearchers and experts from knowledge and learning institutes working on agrochemical safety and sustainable agriculture.\n\n  \nInterested?\n	Register Now This link opens in a new tab\n	 \nWe’ll send you the final invitation and agenda in early September.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/clean-crops-safe-workers-united-for-healthy-sustainable-supply-chains/
LOCATION:The Hague Humanity Hub\, Fluwelen Burgwal 58\, Den Haag\, ZH\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:It's possible: a world without growth – come listen to Donnie MacLurcan
DESCRIPTION:An economy that works for everyone: that’s what we all want. It’s possible\, discovered Donnie MacLurcan\, director of the Post Growth Institute in the USA. He’ll be in the Netherlands soon and you can experience what Post Growth means. \nWe need to grow\, you hear daily. Personally\, at work\, and as an economy. But is that really true? What if growth isn’t the only path to progress? \nDonnie MacLurcan has been asking that question for a while and has published extensively about it. And he’ll be in The Hague soon. Come listen to him\, join the experience and ask your questions about how we can together shape a fair\, sustainable and inclusive economy. \n	Register Now This link opens in a new tab\n	 \n13:45 – 14:00 Reception\n14:00 – 17:00 Post-Growth experience with Donnie MacLurcan
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/its-possible-a-world-without-growth-come-listen-to-donnie-maclurcan/
LOCATION:Grey Space in the Middle\, Paviljoensgracht 20-24\, The Hague\, Zuid-Holland\, 2512 BP
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SUMMARY:Just Peace Open Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the Just Peace Open Day 2025! \nHave you ever walked past an impressive building in The Hague and thought\, “I wonder what goes on inside there?” \nOn September 21st\, a large number of famous buildings and institutions in The Hague will open their doors! Stroll through the corridors of power\, take a look at international law\, or simply admire the beautiful architecture. There’s something for everyone! \nFind all information at Just Peace This link opens in a new tab.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/just-peace-open-day-2025/
LOCATION:The Hague
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SUMMARY:[Film screening] Hidden life: Testimonies of Venezuelans in Aruba and Curaçao
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a free screening of the film Hidden Life (2025) by Martin Maat and Hans Hermans\, followed by a panel talk and networking event. This event is co-organised with UNHCR\, the UN Refugee Agency\, and will take place at the Asser Institute on Sunday 21 September.  \n \nHidden Life is the story of the estimated 23\,000 Venezuelans on Aruba and Curaçao\, who fled due to the crisis in their home country. Although both Caribbean islands are part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands\, they do not have a formal asylum procedure – unlike the Netherlands itself. \nCuraçao has not signed the UN Refugee Convention\, and UNHCR is not aware of any Venezuelans who have been granted refugee status on the islands. This means that refugees there end up in a legal vacuum\, without access to legal employment or healthcare. \n	REGISTER This link opens in a new tab\n	 \n  \nWhat impact does it have on your life if you cannot claim asylum as a refugee?\nIn this documentary\, nine Venezuelan refugees from all walks of life speak openly for the first time about their lives in the shadows\, in the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. \nFrom a deserted soldier to a bricklayer\, and from a catering entrepreneur to an education specialist\, they talk about their dangerous journey across the sea\, their time in the detention centre on Curaçao\, the lack of access to medical care\, exploitation by employers\, and the constant fear of deportation to Venezuela. All the main characters have one thing in common: they have not seen their families in Venezuela for years. \nHidden Life premiered in March 2025 at the Movies that Matter Festival in The Hague. \n  \nThe panel\nFollowing the screening\, there will be a discussion with a diverse panel featuring: \n\nJean-Nicolas Beuze (UNHCR representative for the EU\, Belgium\, Ireland\, Luxembourg\, and the Netherlands)\nProf Dr Ernst Hirsch Ballin\, professor emeritus of human rights law (University of Amsterdam) and constitutional law (Tilburg University); former president of the executive board of the Asser Institute\nHans Hermans\, co-producer and co-director of Hidden Life\, ICU documentaries\nDr Narin Idriz\, senior researcher at the Asser Institute\n\nThis event will be moderated by journalist and programme maker Nadia Moussaid. \nThey will discuss the film and the broader context\, and you are invited to take part in the conversation during the Q&A session and the networking reception. \n  \nProgramme\n\n14.00: Walk in and registration (with coffee and tea)\n15.00: Welcome and introduction\n15.05 Screening Hidden Life\n16.15-16.45: Panel discussion\n16.45-17.00: Q&A with the audience\n17.00-18.00: Networking reception\n\n	REGISTER This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/film-screening-hidden-life-testimonies-of-venezuelans-in-aruba-and-curacao/
LOCATION:Asser Institute\, R.J. Schimmelpennincklaan 20-22\, The Hague\, 2517\, Netherlands
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