Human Rights, Conflict, & Peace Initiative

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Human Rights, Conflict, & Peace Initiative Our events which include panel discussions, film screenings, art exhibitions and other similar events facilitate discussion on this topic area.

The Human Rights, Conflict & Peace Initiative is a student initiative that aims to foster the debate and study of human rights, conflict and peace related topics. The Human Rights, Conflict & Peace (HRCP) Initiative is a student initiative at the Graduate Institute in Geneva (IHEID) which aims to increase awareness of human rights, conflict and peace related issues from across the globe. Our objectives are:
- promoting debates on human rights in armed conflicts and post-conflict environments
- advancement of knowledge among the students at IHEID on related issues
- creation of a network which encompasses students, scholars, practitioners and organizations interested in human rights, conflict and peace related matters

The Initiative was founded in 2014, to supplement existing courses at IHEID, particularly in the context of conflict or post-conflict environments. We aim to create discussion spaces and educational opportunities where those interested can further their knowledge and understanding - so join us at our next meeting or event!

On May 22, we gathered our community for “Breaking the Silence: From Guantánamo to ICE”, an academic discussion on the c...
30/05/2025

On May 22, we gathered our community for “Breaking the Silence: From Guantánamo to ICE”, an academic discussion on the continuity of rights violations in U.S. detention centres.

🗣️ Mohamedou Ould Slahi, former Guantánamo Bay detainee and author of Guantánamo Diary, shared his powerful lived experience in person.

🖋️ Dr. Don Edward Walicek, professor and researcher on Guantánamo Bay, joined us online with critical insights into carceral systems and their colonial legacies.

🎨 Sabri al-Qurashi, former Guantánamo Bay detainee and artist, shared a special video message on what art means to him.

🎤 Moderated by , MINT student at the

Thank you to all who joined us — students, faculty, advocates, and professionals — for showing up, listening, and engaging with this timely topic.

📸 Swipe through for a glimpse into the evening.
🎥 Missed the event? Watch a recording of the entire panel. 🔗 Link in bio

Join us on the 22nd of May at the Geneva Graduate Institute for a conversation on justice, detention, and accountability...
20/05/2025

Join us on the 22nd of May at the Geneva Graduate Institute for a conversation on justice, detention, and accountability - with Mohamedou Ould Slahi and Professor Don E. Walicek.

Link in bio🔗

🎬 MOVIE NIGHT! 🎬
As a teaser for our upcoming panel event with Mohamedou Ould Slahi, we’re screening the award-winning f...
02/05/2025

🎬 MOVIE NIGHT! 🎬
As a teaser for our upcoming panel event with Mohamedou Ould Slahi, we’re screening the award-winning film based on his powerful story.

🎥 The Mauritanian
🗓️ Friday, May 9th
📍 The FAB
⏰ Starts at 6:30 pm
🍿 Snacks & drinks will be provided
⭐ Plus: a special message for students from Mr. Slahi at the end of the screening!

No registration needed — just come as you are!

Starring Jodie Foster, Tahar Rahim, Shailene Woodley, and Benedict Cumberbatch, this critically acclaimed film is based on the true story of one man’s fight for freedom against a system built to silence him.

‼️ Trigger warning: This film contains depictions of violence, abuse, and psychological distress that may be upsetting to some viewers.

🔗 Link in bio for details on the May 22nd panel with Mr. Slahi.

🌍 Join us for the workshop “So you think you can negotiate?” with Lynn Hastings, the advisor and strategist for the UN w...
05/04/2025

🌍 Join us for the workshop “So you think you can negotiate?” with Lynn Hastings, the advisor and strategist for the UN with over 25 years of experience in civilian protection. We are excited to be partnering with the Peacebuilding Initiative. Do not miss this opportunity to learn from an expert in the field. We look forward to seeing you at the event!

📆 April 11th
🕰️ 10h-16h (with a lunch break)
📍S10, Maison de la Paix

👉Register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfSiCRU3UkKrFdnU1uCqKC8FRviuKcO876JLw8-JFnCVq1DjQ/viewform?usp=header

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📢 You’re Invited! 📢🌍 Human Rights Congress: Leave No One Behind in Times of Conflict 🕊️📅 Day 2 – April 4thMaison de La P...
03/04/2025

📢 You’re Invited! 📢

🌍 Human Rights Congress: Leave No One Behind in Times of Conflict 🕊️

📅 Day 2 – April 4th
Maison de La Paix

Join us for a powerful second day exploring the rights of persons with disabilities in conflict and the protection of humanitarian workers on the frontlines.

🔹 Panel III: Persons with Disabilities in Conflict (12:15 - 14:00 | S12, FAB)
This panel will examine legal frameworks, lived experiences, and rights of persons with disabilities (PWD) in conflicts and humanitarian crises. Experts will discuss existing protection mechanisms, challenges faced by disability communities, and strategies for resilience.

📷 Complementary Photo Exhibition by Giles Duley, showcasing stories of resilience, at Petal 1, Maison de la Paix.

🎤 Speakers:

-Alexander Breitegger, Legal Adviser, ICRC
-William Pons, Institute for International Law of Peace and Armed Conflict (IFHV), former UN legal advisor
-Veronica Ngum Ndi, CEO, Community Association for Vulnerable Persons (CAVP), Cameroon (videoconference)
Moderator: Helena Nygren Krug, UNAIDS Senior Adviser & Visiting Professor, Geneva Graduate Institute
🔹 Panel IV: Protection of Humanitarian Workers (16:15 - 18:00 | Auditorium A2)
What does it take to serve on the frontlines? This panel explores the risks faced by humanitarian workers, from security threats to ethical dilemmas, and the urgent need to uphold humanitarian law.

🎤 Speakers:

-Dr. Ghassan Abu Sittah, War Surgeon, Rector, Glasgow University (videoconference)
-Lisa Anouk Müller-Dormann, Humanitarian Disarmament & Peacebuilding
-Olivier Vandecasteele, Founder, Protect Humanitarians (videoconference)
-Christina Wille, Director, Insecurity Insight
Moderators: Sara Ferrari & Alice Boschetti, Co-presidents, HRCP Initiative, Geneva Graduate Institute
🤝 Closing Networking Apéro (18:00 - 19:00 | Hall Interpétale)
Conclude the congress by connecting with panelists, students, and professionals over drinks.

👉 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf89UoSygsjffiKShMfGhPOQ8K-5MungbyYWnl93Ro3NLXgbg/viewform?pli=1

Join us in defending human rights! 💙

Meet our event team, and learn about their unexpected talents (and more)🫱🏻‍🫲🏼
25/03/2025

Meet our event team, and learn about their unexpected talents (and more)🫱🏻‍🫲🏼

📢 Join Us for the 2025 Human Rights, Conflict, and Peace Congress! 🌍✨ We are thrilled to invite you to our 2025 Congress...
19/03/2025

📢 Join Us for the 2025 Human Rights, Conflict, and Peace Congress! 🌍✨

We are thrilled to invite you to our 2025 Congress on April 3rd & 4th, with the theme *”Leave No One Behind in Times of Conflict.”* In a world that is both interconnected and deeply divided, marginalized communities often bear the brunt of systemic inequalities and the violence of armed conflicts.

Stay tuned for updates and sign-up details—we can’t wait to see you there! 💙🌏

Stay informed with this week’s news on Women’s Day—highlighting the ongoing fight for rights and equality around the wor...
10/03/2025

Stay informed with this week’s news on Women’s Day—highlighting the ongoing fight for rights and equality around the world✊🏻🌍

🚨 Applications Open! Join the inaugural board of a new Amnesty International Group at IHEID! 📢 Advocate for human rights...
07/03/2025

🚨 Applications Open! Join the inaugural board of a new Amnesty International Group at IHEID! 📢 Advocate for human rights, organise impactful campaigns, and plan cultural events & exhibitions on behalf of Amnesty International.

🔹 Multiple leadership roles available!
🗓️ Apply by Friday, 14 March 2025

🔗 Link in bio

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