This is a panel discussion about the EU integration strategy in light of the political developments in Europe in 2022, such as the rise of polarization and the far right, as well as the war in Ukraine. A brief rationale of the strategy will be outlined, followed by an in-depth discussion of the impact of […]
The Humanity Hub is pleased to bring together its members in regular peer-to-peer (P2P) groups, centered around the theme of facilitation. These are informal opportunities to find one other, foster collaboration, and share knowledge and ideas among those working on common goals. — This month's group will be facilitated by Kelly Buis and Matt Barnaby, from ImpactBasis, looking […]
Attend our joint in person conference with the T.M.C. Asser Instituut and Amnesty International's Corporate Crimes Project. Check the the full programm and available sessions: http://ow.ly/EOG050IiBJn Engange with distinguished speakers and pannelists critically reflecting on the evolution of individual and corporate criminal accountability for international crimes since Nuremberg. Recent developments and questions in the field of criminal liability […]
In The Hague there is a large group of highly educated and motivated professionals who are eager to get started. Whether online or in the office; international volunteers are flexible and adapt easily to new situations. Is your organization open to highly educated and experienced volunteers who may not speak Dutch, but who do want to contribute to Dutch […]
On May 19, 2022, the Asser Institute welcomes Martti Koskenniemi, professor of international law (University of Helsinki), and Director of the Erik Castrén Institute of International Law and Human Rights, for a discussion of his latest book, 'To the uttermost parts of the earth': Legal imagination and international power 1300-1870 (Cambridge University Press, 2021). He will be […]
Chair: Triestino Mariniello (Legal Team for Gaza Victims) Confirmed speakers: Raji Sourani (Director - PCHR)Roger Waters (Musician and Co-Founder of Pink Floyd)Susan Akram (Professor – Boston University)Shawan Jabareen (General Director - Al-Haq)Delphine Carlens (Head International Justice Desk – FIDH)Issam Younis (Director of Al Mezan Center for Human Rights) After many years of endeavours to get […]
Humanitarian and development organizations feel an urgent need to better understand the potential impacts of the war in Ukraine on food security, particularly in fragile and low-income countries. Preparing for possible scenarios Wageningen University & Research, in cooperation with KUNO, the Netherlands Food Partnership and eight international NGOs, has developed four possible scenarios that describe […]
In his new book 'Solferino 21: Warfare, Civilians and Humanitarians in the Twenty-First Century', Hugo Slim looks at warfare and humanitarian aid as it is today and as it is likely to evolve in the next ten years. Slim argues that humanitarian aid has become increasingly ambitious, complicated, expensive and utopian, and that humanitarians must […]
Spring Meeting Of The Royal Netherlands Society Of International Law Already before the Russian aggression against Ukraine the stalemate in the UN SecurityCouncil increasingly led to a wave of unilateral sanctions. Economic sanctions may seem tohave become the instrument of choice to deal with international crises, but the role of the UNSecurity Council has diminished.Prof. […]
As an exclusive opportunity for members of The Hague Humanity Hub, Hans van den Berg, director of The Young Diplomat, is offering a series of three workshops with different themes connected to negotiation: May 6: The basics of negotiationMay 13: The impact of culture and trust in negotiationsMay 27: Strategy and multi-party negotiations Each session […]
Global peace and justice require global collaboration. During The Hague Justice Week, actors of all levels come together, interact and try to find answers to global challenges through the scope of justice. The Hague Justice Week 2022 will take place from 30 May to 3 June. The Week coincides with the World Justice Forum, also […]
On the 20th anniversary of the International Criminal Court (ICC) it is time to reflect on the challenges journalists encounter in their daily work, especially when they report on justice-related subjects. Journalists from Kenya, Afghanistan and Ukraine will share their personal stories and talk about how they cope with the various pressures surrounding justice subjects. […]
The Hague Humanity Hub invites all its members to join our board game night on Tuesday, 31 May – a chance to unwind after work and meet others from the community! Whilst some board games will be provided, why not bring some of your own? Please note that this is an exclusive opportunity for members […]
Startup Tuesday is a weekly event to inspire and connect like-minded entrepreneurs This series of events is a collaboration among innovative hubs that aim to strengthen connections and support impact-driven entrepreneurship in The Hague. It’s the ideal occasion to network, learn from experienced founders, and explore solutions to shared challenges. Startup Tuesday is the perfect […]
Women and girls are at the forefront of transformative action for justice, building a world that works better for everyone. Societies with higher levels of gender equality are also characterised by less deforestation and air pollution, lower levels of conflict, and improved health of communities. Despite this, women remain underrepresented in decision-making, and are often […]
Compared to just two countries in 1998, nearly 50 countries in all regions now have whistleblower protection laws in place. This number will continue to grow in the near future. Right now, all 27 EU countries are developing and implementing comprehensive whistleblower rights to comply with new EU rules. At the same time, the number […]
How are major world-scale changes in contemporary society governed? How might global matters such as geopolitical shifts, ecological changes, technological innovations, and pandemics be better governed? These questions lie at the heart of the Global Transformations and Governance Challenges (GTGC) programme at Leiden University, launched in 2020. Our first conference aims to present the wealth […]
This event is organised in the framework of Africa 2020 (previously postponed due to Covid-19). Interest in the history of labour in Africa has experienced a rebirth after a long parenthesis of neglect. African labour history research enlarged its scope, characterized by a trend to analyse work beyond wage labour and to focus increasingly on […]
“Inner courtyard or backyard, neighbours, or friends? The future of Serbia’s foreign policy and European Integration” Serbia is a mere 1922km from the Hague. It feels like the West and East joining. But how close are they politically? It is no secret that change is necessary for the country to be admitted to the European […]
A webinar for lawyers organised by the European Lawyers Foundation (ELF) and the Council of Bars and Law Societies of Europe (CCBE), which will examine the EU sanctions following the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the role of lawyers. Programme 09:00 - 09:05 WelcomeJames MacGuill, President of the Council of Bars and Law Societies of […]
