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 […]
A global gathering of peacebuilders and their allies. Peace Connect will be the first event of its kind: a global peacebuilding gathering for local peacebuilders and their allies. Held in Nairobi, Kenya, Peace Connect will bring together hundreds of peacebuilders from the Global South to share, learn and create.
The global non-proliferation norms regarding the use and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction are under pressure. The threat posed by nuclear, chemical and biological weapons has reached levels of urgency not seen since the Cold War. Consequently, there is a growing demand for professionals with the necessary legal, technical and policy expertise to tackle the challenges […]
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, […]
From workshops and trainings to large conferences, our modern facilities — including hybrid options and sustainable catering — ensure a smooth experience. We also offer optional support with guest registration, check-in, ticketing, and event communications. Contact our team for a custom, no-obligation quote:
