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2211, 2024

Geneva Centre’s Executive Director Dr Umesh Palwankar Highlights Key Issues at Webster’s 29th International Humanitarian Conference

2024, November 22nd|

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

2510, 2024

Geneva Centre Welcomes Delegation from Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government for Interactive Dialogue

2024, October 25th|

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)

2310, 2024

Empowering Voices for Environmental Rights: Key Takeaways from the Youth, Indigenous Peoples, and Small Island States Conference

2024, October 23rd|

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

2009, 2024

Geneva Centre Highlights Human Rights Challenges in Israel-Gaza Conflict with New Research Presentation

2024, September 20th|

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

1406, 2024

Geneva Centre Concludes Third Edition of Training Program with Webster University

2024, June 14th|

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

805, 2024

Geneva Centre’s Meeting with the National Centre for Human Rights NCHR (Jordan)

2024, May 8th|

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

2504, 2024

Event reflections on international approaches to countering religious hate while upholding fundamental freedoms

2024, April 25th|

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

1904, 2024

Geneva Centre’s Meeting with IPU’s SG Martin Chungong

2024, April 19th|

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

812, 2023

Geneva Centre’s Human Rights Recognition Awards (HRRA) 2023 Celebrates Women Championing Environmental Rights

2023, December 8th|

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

3011, 2023

Geneva Centre’s Executive Director Dr Umesh Palwankar introduced the panel event on Human Trafficking and Human Rights

2023, November 30th|

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,

2211, 2023

Geneva Centre’s Executive Director Dr Umesh Palwankar Highlights Key Issues at Webster’s 28th International Humanitarian Conference

2023, November 22nd|

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

1109, 2023

The Geneva Centre holds Conference on Climate Change and Human Rights

2023, September 11th|

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

708, 2023

The Geneva Centre extends its congratulations to 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.

2023, August 7th|

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

2807, 2023

The Geneva Centre Welcomes Delegation from Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi

2023, July 28th|

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

707, 2023

The Geneva Centre participates in 53rd Human Rights Council Session Side Event on Interfaith and Intercultural Dialogue

2023, July 7th|

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

1906, 2023

The Geneva Centre concludes its second edition of the collaborative training program with Webster University on “Human Rights and Global Governance”

2023, June 19th|

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,

205, 2023

The Geneva Centre concludes its training course on “Cybersecurity for human rights professionals”

2023, May 2nd|

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

1003, 2023

The Geneva Centre receives a delegation from the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government

2023, March 10th|

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

2402, 2023

Panel Event Explored the Challenges and Opportunities of Interfaith Dialogue to Foster Peaceful Societies

2023, February 24th|

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

2012, 2022

The Geneva Centre Concludes its Human Rights Recognition Awards Ceremony 2022 – Youth in Human Rights Advancement

2022, December 20th|

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

1511, 2022

The Geneva Centre Receives the Chairperson of the Network of the Independent Commission for Human Rights in North Africa (IACHR)

2022, November 15th|

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

311, 2022

The Geneva Centre participates in the 27th International Humanitarian and Security Conference organized by Webster University Geneva

2022, November 3rd|

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

610, 2022

The Geneva Centre concludes its training course on “Cybersecurity for human rights professionals”

2022, October 6th|

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,

2309, 2022

The Geneva Centre receives a delegation from the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG)

2022, September 23rd|

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

401, 2021

DR. AL SHAMSI, BOARD MEMBER OF THE GENEVA CENTRE, WAS AWARDED THE PRESTIGIOUS “GLOBAL AMBASSADOR FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND PEACE” AWARD

2021, January 4th|

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.

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