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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260416T153000
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SUMMARY:Book Presentation and Discussion: Past Lessons and Future Pathways for International Development Cooperation
DESCRIPTION:Past Lessons and Future Pathways for International Development Cooperation – 16 April 2026\nDate & Time: Thursday\, 16 April 2026\, 15:30 – 17:00\nLocation: Atrium\, International Institute of Social Studies\, Erasmus University Rotterdam \nThe International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) invites you to a special book presentation and discussion on the early days of Dutch international cooperation\, based on Opheffers\, the latest publication by Professor Wim van den Doel. As international cooperation faces new challenges\, reflecting on its origins and lessons learned can guide future strategies for global development. \nThe event will explore: \n\nPast lessons: Professor van den Doel will present his book Opheffers: Nederlanders en het ontwikkelen van de wereld 1945–1963\, examining the foundations of Dutch development cooperation. What motivated the Dutch government? What were the effects?\nFuture pathways: A panel discussion will follow\, moderated by Professor Dirk-Jan Koch\, focusing on how insights from the past can inform the future of international development cooperation.\n\nProgramme: \n\n15:30 – Welcome and opening by Professor Dirk-Jan Koch\n15:35–16:00 – Past Lessons: Presentation by Professor Wim van den Doel\n16:00–16:15 – Q&A with Professor van den Doel\n16:15–16:45 – Future Pathways: Panel discussion with:Professor Dirk-Jan Koch – Network Professor of International Development Practices\, ISS\n\nDr Anne-Lot Hoek – Dutch historian\, researcher\, and author\nDr Daphina Misiedjan – Assistant Professor in Human Rights and the Environment\, ISS\n\n\n16:45–17:00 – Q&A with panel\n17:00 – Wrap-up and closing remarks\n17:00–18:00 – Networking reception\n\nThis event is a joint initiative of the LDE Global network\, ISS\, and NICC\, offering a unique opportunity to reflect on the past and discuss pathways for the future of international development cooperation. \n	Register here!
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/book-presentation-and-discussion-past-lessons-and-future-pathways-for-international-development-cooperation/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260330T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T044415
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SUMMARY:Reclaiming Democracy: Lessons from around the globe
DESCRIPTION:On 30 March 2026\, the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) and the Institute of Development Studies (IDS) will be hosting this seminar examining how lived experiences and lessons from the global South can help strengthen democracy in the global North\, and how European countries can collaborate to strengthen democracy around the world. \nWith democracy in crisis around the world\, there is an urgent need to look for ways to strengthen democratic practices. ISS and IDS will jointly host this event\, discussing the global trend of democratic backsliding\, examining how lived experiences and lessons from the global South can help strengthen democracy in the global North\, and how European countries can collaborate to strengthen democracy around the world. \nThe event will also see the launch of a new IDS report\, Where’s the Demos in Democracy: Building Democratic Futures and Resisting Autocracy. \nGuest speakers include:  \nMpanzu Bamenga\, Member of the Dutch House of Representatives\nFarah Karimi\, Member of the First Chamber of the Netherlands\nJoeri Buhrer Tavenier\, Executive Director of the Netherlands Helsinki Committee\nTijmen Rooseboom\, Executive Director\, Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy\nÁngela Rodríguez\, Country Director\, Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy in Colombia\nMarianna Belalba\, European Centre for Not-for-Profit Law\nRukia Cornelius\, Project Lead\, Oxfam Novib\nDavid Kode\, Global Programme Manager\, EU SEE \n	Register now This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/reclaiming-democracy-lessons-from-around-the-globe/
LOCATION:International Institute of Social Sciences\, Kortenaerkade 12\, Den Haag\, Zuid-Holland\, 2518 AX\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260325T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260325T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T044415
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SUMMARY:Localizing humanitarian decision making: MSF’s Field Recentralisation initiative
DESCRIPTION:Rye will present his research into the Medicins Sans Frontieres (MSF) ‘Field Recentralisation’ initiative\, which aims to decentralize decision making from headquarters in Europe to field offices in Southern African countries. This localization initiative is intended to make MSF’s work more adaptable\, flexible and innovative\, as well as moving decision making closer to affected people. \nIn his longitudinal qualitative case study research\, Rye interviewed various humanitarian practitioners at the field\, regional and HQ levels. His preliminary findings suggest that the Field Recentralisation initiative has\, in some cases\, demonstrated great success in increasing autonomy of the field projects\, improving operational flexibility and strengthening collaboration with local health partners. In other instances\, challenges have emerged from issues with organizational alignment\, preparedness and involvement in the implementation. \nRye’s presentation will be followed by a ‘reflection’ from Delu Lusambya MwenebyakeOpens external  (HSC-ISS) on the challenges of localizing international aid\, drawing on insights from his PhD reserarch into humanitarian accountability. This will be followed by a Q&A.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/localizing-humanitarian-decision-making-msfs-field-recentralisation-initiative/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260316T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T044415
CREATED:20260210T084844Z
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SUMMARY:Valedictory lecture Professor Wendy Harcourt | Connecting with Care: Pedagogies of transformation
DESCRIPTION:On 16 March 2026\, Professor Wendy Harcourt will deliver her valedictory lecture entitled ‘Connecting with Care: Pedagogies for transformation’ \nWendy Harcourt came to ISS not as a trained teacher but as a feminist and research activist\, more used to speaking as an advocate than giving lectures. \nIn her valedictory lecture she will candidly share how she came to see teaching as a process of careful disruptions\, as a way to provide hope and inspiration for collective transformation\, rooted in pain and anger but also fired by vision and dreams for a more just and ecological sustainable futures. \nShe will take the audience through her teaching journey by asking ‘what does it mean to care when teaching’? \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/valedictory-lecture-professor-wendy-harcourt-connecting-with-care-pedagogies-of-transformation/
LOCATION:International Institute of Social Sciences\, Kortenaerkade 12\, Den Haag\, Zuid-Holland\, 2518 AX\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260204T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260204T140000
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CREATED:20260202T155032Z
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SUMMARY:The Politics of Dry Feet: The political economy of flood risk management in Indonesia
DESCRIPTION:Floods represent one of the most persistent and damaging disasters in Indonesia\, a nation highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. \nDespite significant investments in flood management infrastructure\, several Indonesian cities continue to grapple with flooding issues\, while others have effectively reduced their risks. In Politics of Dry Feet\, Dr Yogi Permana explores the reasons behind these disparities. \nBased on extensive field research\, Permana argues that local political economies – not merely technical capabilities – are key to understanding divergent outcomes. By examining four cities\, he shows how collusion between political and business interests undermines spatial planning\, flood defence and emergency response\, while alliances between reform-minded leaders and civil society foster more resilient outcomes. \nBridging anthropology\, political science and urban political ecology\, Permana offers a political economy perspective on flood risk management that is relevant to scholars\, practitioners and policymakers alike\, both within and beyond Indonesia. \nThe talk will be followed by a ‘reflection’ by Professor Lisa SchipperOpens external (University of Bonn\, Germany) who will broaden out the discussion around Disaster Risk Reduction\, and the everyday politics of vulnerability. \n	Register here
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/the-politics-of-dry-feet-the-political-economy-of-flood-risk-management-in-indonesia/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251016T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T044415
CREATED:20250902T144057Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating ISS' 73rd Dies Natalis
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nThe title of the inaugural lecture is ‘The Rise & Fall of Dutch Commitment of Development. What next?’ \nMore information will follow soon. \n  \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/celebrating-iss-73rd-dies-natalis/
LOCATION:International Institute of Social Sciences\, Kortenaerkade 12\, Den Haag\, Zuid-Holland\, 2518 AX\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001
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CREATED:20250722T115743Z
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SUMMARY:Gender Justice and International Criminal Law 2025 Conference
DESCRIPTION:On 29 and 30 September 2025 in The Hague\, the Gender and International Criminal Law Conference will bring together legal practitioners\, scholars\, activists\, survivors\, and policymakers to critically assess and respond to emerging challenges at the intersection of gender justice and international criminal law (ICL). \nAs obstacles to gender justice escalate in conflict and post-conflict zones around the world and international justice institutions face increasing attacks on their legitimacy and mandates\, the need for a space to build resilience\, solidarity\, and resistance has never been more urgent. \nJoin us for a two-day conference bringing together over 100 key actors in the field of Gender Justice to confront urgent challenges\, foster solidarity\, and amplify collective voices. \nThrough dynamic dialogue and shared strategies\, we will advance feminist and intersectional legal approaches that move beyond rhetoric to action. This annual gathering serves as a critical platform to elevate the voices\, expertise\, and leadership of Global Majority practitioners\, advocates\, and scholars. \nThis Conference is co-organized by Legal Action Worldwide (LAW)\, the Gender Justice Practitioner Hub (GJP Hub)\, Women’s Initiatives for Gender Justice (WIGJ)\, and the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS). It is supported by the Global Initiative Against Impunity\, the International Gender Champions Network\, the Global Justice Center\, and UN Women. \nThe Conference is made possible with the generous support of the Australian Government\, with co-funding from the European Union. \n	Register Here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/gender-justice-and-international-criminal-law-2025-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250912T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T044415
CREATED:20250602T094905Z
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SUMMARY:Humanitarian Studies: Adapting and reworking in new times and contexts
DESCRIPTION:The International Institute of Social Studies is hosting the third edition of The Hague Humanitarian Studies Centre’s One-Day Conference which will look at how global political currents affect the work of humanitarian actors and researchers. \n\n\n\nGlobal political currents are buffeting humanitarian action and humanitarian studies in multiple contexts across the world\, with decisions taken in places like Washington severely affecting everyday humanitarian actors.  \n\n\n\nFor humanitarian actors and researchers\, these new times require adapting\, reworking and remixing of humanitarian activities to ensure adherence to principles like ‘do no harm’\, and continuing to work in vulnerable and fragile places. A major concern is the status of respecting and upholding International Humanitarian Law\, including the protection of medical and humanitarian workers.  \n\n\n\nAt the same time\, humanitarianism has a strong focus on localised responses\, with contextual actors and affected populations being required to take more and more of the brunt of funding cuts\, and more and more of the tasks associated with humanitarian programming.  \n\n\n\nThe questions that will be approached during this conference are:  \n\n\n\n\nHow can humanitarian studies adapt and remix within these new contexts? \n\n\n\nWhere does power lie now\, as the responsibilities and complications pile up? \n\n\n\nWhat is the role of academia/researchers in these challenging times?\n\n\n\nAnd how can we see the positive within a sea of negative headlines? \n\n\n\n\nThis third edition of The Hague Humanitarian Studies Centre’s One-Day Conference brings together humanitarian scholars and practitioners to share their knowledge\, pose questions and exchange ideas. \n\n\n\nProgramme\n\n\n\nThe keynote speaker and programme will be announced in the coming months. \n	Register 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/humanitarian-studies-adapting-and-reworking-in-new-times-and-contexts/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250701T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T044415
CREATED:20250701T114032Z
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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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