Side event organized jointly with OHCHR at the margins of #HRC59.

Geneva, 06 May 2025 – The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue is proud to announce its first official collaboration with the United Nations Special Procedures of the Human Rights Council. This partnership marks a significant milestone and will begin with a joint International Conference, scheduled for November 2025 at the United Nations Office in Geneva,

Geneva Centre and Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy Forge Strategic Partnership with MoU Signing Geneva, 17 February 2025 – The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue (GCHRAGD) and the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) UAE signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today in Geneva. The agreement was formalized by Dr. Umesh Palwankar, Executive Director of the Geneva

Diplomacy’s Role in Advancing Human Rights Education: Geneva Centre Concludes Human Rights Awareness Week with Joint Panel at Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy  Abu Dhabi, UAE, 12 December – The Geneva Centre’s Human Rights Awareness Week 2024 concluded with a joint panel event titled “Educating for Change: The Role of Diplomacy in Human Rights Education”, organized in collaboration with the

Geneva Centre’s Human Rights Awareness Week 2024 Highlights Abu Dhabi Panel: "The Role of National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) in the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights" 11 December, Abu Dhabi, UAE – As part of the Geneva Centre’s Human Rights Awareness Week 2024, a significant joint panel discussion entitled "The Role of NHRIs in the Promotion and Protection

Geneva Centre’s Human Rights Recognition Awards 2024: Honoring Excellence on International Human Rights Day Dubai, UAE, 10 December 2024 –On a day dedicated to celebrating human rights, the Geneva Centre’s Human Rights Recognition Awards 2024 took place under the inspiring theme “Expanding Horizons: From Individuals to Institutions.” It was held on 10 December as part of the Centre’s Human

Geneva Centre’s Human Rights Awareness Week 2024 Opens in the UAE: “Empowering Change, Inspiring Action” Dubai, UAE, 9 December 2024 – The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue proudly launched Human Rights Awareness Week 2024, a vibrant series of events held from 9 to 12 December in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE, under the theme “Empowering

Geneva Centre’s Executive Director Dr Umesh Palwankar Highlights Key Issues at Webster’s 29th International Humanitarian Conference 21 November – Geneva. Webster University successfully hosted its 29th Annual International Humanitarian and Security Conference (IHSC) on 21 November 2024, at the International Conference Centre Geneva (CICG). This year’s conference theme was “The Resurgence of Conflicts: Challenges to Existing Security, Humanitarian and Human Rights

Geneva Centre Welcomes Delegation from Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government for Interactive Dialogue Geneva, 24 October 2024 - The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue (GCHRAGD) welcomed a 27-member delegation from the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) to its headquarters, as part of the ongoing collaboration set forth in the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

Empowering Voices for Environmental Rights: Key Takeaways from the Youth, Indigenous Peoples, and Small Island States Conference Geneva, 23 October 2024 – On a day dedicated to advancing environmental rights and climate justice, the Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue hosted a ground-breaking conference entitled “Empowering Youth, Indigenous Peoples, and Small Island States in Promoting Environmental

Geneva Centre Highlights Human Rights Challenges in Israel-Gaza Conflict with New Research Presentation Geneva, Switzerland – On September 20, 2024, in a significant effort to highlight the devastating human rights consequences of the ongoing conflict in Gaza following the October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas and Israel's subsequent military response, the Geneva Centre presented its latest research paper titled

Geneva Centre Concludes Third Edition of Training Program with Webster University on "Human Rights and Global Governance" Geneva, 14 June 2024 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue, in collaboration with Webster University, Geneva, has completed the third edition of its "Human Rights & Global Governance" Training Program. This initiative brought together final-year international relations students

Geneva Centre Welcomes H.E Jamal Al Shamayleh, Commissioner General of the National Centre for Human Rights Jordan, for strategic collaboration to promote human rights This week, the Geneva Centre was honoured to host H.E Jamal Al Shamayleh, Commissioner General of the National Centre for Human Rights (NCHR Jordan) at the Geneva Centre’s premises. The meeting underscored our ongoing commitment

On 24 April 2024, the Geneva Centre jointly with the Sikh Human Rights Group had the pleasure of hosting a remote event on countering religious hatred for what was an incredibly engaging round of reflections centred on international approaches to countering religious hate while upholding fundamental freedoms. Given the gravely dehumanizing character of religious hatred and that tensions on

On 18 April 2024, the Geneva Centre, represented by its Director Dr Umesh Palwankar, had the privilege to meet in person with Mr. Martin Chungong, Secretary General of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU). Held at the charming House of Parliaments, the insightful dialogue revealed many intersections between the IPU’s core missions and the Geneva Centre’s main areas of work. The

Geneva, December 8, 2023 – The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue proudly concluded its third edition of the Human Rights Recognition Awards (HRRA) 2023, a ceremony dedicated to honoring women who have made significant contributions to environmental rights. Held on December 8, 2023, the ceremony brought together human rights advocates and change-makers from across the

30 November 2023 – Geneva: In a significant event addressing the critical issues of Human Trafficking and Human Rights, the Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue, in collaboration with the Permanent Mission of the Sovereign Order of Malta, convened a panel discussion on 30 November 2023 in Geneva. The panel featured an array of distinguished speakers,

Geneva Centre's Executive Director Dr Umesh Palwankar Highlights Key Issues at Webster's 28th International Humanitarian Conference 22 November 2023 - Geneva. Webster University successfully hosted its 28th Annual International Humanitarian and Security Conference (IHSC) on the 21st and 22nd of November, 2023, at the International Conference Centre Geneva (CICG). This year's conference, on the theme “The Universal Declaration of

Geneva – 11 September 2023 What place for the human rights of women and children in our global climate strategy? How can they be better integrated and protected? What can we learn from indigenous peoples in this regard? On the 6 September 2023, the Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue had the chance to discuss this

Geneva – 7 August 2023 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue, extends its warmest congratulations to its Board member, His Excellency Judge Muhammad Salim Ibrahim Al-Tarawneh, on his recent appointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of the National Centre for Human Rights in Jordan. This prestigious appointment,  is a testament to his

Geneva – 27 July 2023 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue had the honour of hosting a delegation from Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi on Thursday, 27th July 2023. Dr Umesh Palwankar, the Centre’s Executive Director, warmly welcomed Ms Shamsa Al Qubaisi and Ms Alia Al Shamsi, engaging in a fruitful discussion about the Centre's ongoing

Geneva – 7 July 2023 “Religions and belief systems are in essence a call for action. They are a collective inducement for solidarity that resonates deeply across regions, social classes, and age groups.” On 6 July 2023, Geneva Centre’s Project Officer, Ms. Catia Trevisani, joined the discussion panel convened by Interfaith International on “Promoting Intercultural and Interreligious Dialogue for

Geneva –16 June 2023 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue and Webster University, Geneva have successfully concluded their second edition of the immersive "Human Rights & Global Governance" Training Program. This unique and innovative program brought together undergraduate students in their final year of international relations and politics from Zayed University's Abu Dhabi and Dubai Campuses,

Geneva –14 June 2023 photo credit : lukuntin77 Digital technologies - particularly AI – are evolving at a meteoric pace, leaving very little chance to carefully consider their human rights implications and how to mitigate their risks. On 14 June 2023, the Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue had the pleasure of convening a

Geneva –2 May 2023 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue successfully concluded 2-day online training course on "Cybersecurity for Human Rights Professionals" from 27th to 28th April 2023, aiming to empower human rights professionals with the necessary tools to navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape. The course had 15 participants from diverse regions who broadened their

March 9, 2023 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue received a seven-person delegation from the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) at its premises on Thursday 9 March 2023. Dr Umesh Palwankar, the Centre’s Executive Director welcomed Dr Immanuel Azzad Moonsesar, Associate Professor of Health Administration & Policy and Dr Mona El-Sholkamy, Associate

February 22, 2023 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue organized an online event “Interfaith Dialogue and Reconciliation: Creating and Sustaining Spaces of Encounter” on 22 February 2023. Interfaith and interreligious dialogue can create spaces for promoting tolerance, equality and human rights in diverse and multicultural environments. The event explored the challenges and opportunities of interfaith

December 10, 2022 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue held for the second time its Human Rights Recognition Awards (HRRA) on Zoom, Friday 9 December 2022. The 2022 edition celebrated Youth in Human Rights Advancement. Four Awards were given in recognition of outstanding contributions and innovative projects undertaken by youth at the community level, where

Geneva – 15 November 2022 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue received Mr Naji Moulay Lahsen, the Chairperson of the Network of the Independent Commission For Human Rights in North Africa at its premises on Tuesday 11 November 2022. Mr Lahsen heard with great interest about the Centre’s work based on its four pillars of

The Geneva Centre participates in the 27th International Humanitarian and Security Conference organized by Webster University Geneva Geneva – 3 November 2022 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue (GCHRAGD) participated in the 27th International Humanitarian and Security Conference (IHSC) organized by Webster University Geneva. The two-day conference was held on November 1 and 2 at

The Geneva Centre concludes its training course on “Cybersecurity for human rights professionals” Geneva – 8 October 2022 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue concluded its Cybersecurity for human rights professionals from 4th to 5th October 2022. A two-day online training course attended by twenty participants from the United Kingdom, Italy, Netherlands, Bulgaria, Egypt, Morocco,

The Geneva Centre receives a delegation from the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) Geneva – 22 September 2022 The Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue received a nine-person delegation from the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) at its premises on Thursday 22 September 2022. Dr Umesh Palwankar, the Centre’s Executive Director

The Geneva Centre is proud to announce that its Board member, Dr. Mohammed Al Shamsi, was awarded the distinction of “Global Ambassador for Human Rights and Peace”, the prestigious International Human Rights Award of the All India Council of Human Rights. It represents high recognition of his exemplary and tireless efforts to promote human rights world-wide.

The Geneva Centre has been named the winner of three Gold Stevie® Awards in the following categories: Innovation in Non-Profit/NGO Events ; Innovation in Non-Profit/NGO Publications ; Innovation in Non-Profit/NGO Publications.