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Bringing critical insights on global development, social justice and public policy - be the change!

Reflections from the Ancestral Citizenship in Motion workshop
The Ancestral Citizenship Acquisition in Europe project brought together experts to explore how reclaiming ancestral citizenship is reshaping migration
- Tuesday 21 Oct 2025
- General
Hybrid Cities and the Next Urban Resurgence
In this podcast, Shuaib Lwasa reflects on African cities and the potential to create transformative, frugal and culturally grounded urban futures
- Tuesday 21 Oct 2025
- Podcast
Migrant Truckers Who Keep Europe Moving
Many of the migrant workers operating as Europe’s truck drivers face exploitation and isolation, despite working conditions being in line with EU laws
- Monday 20 Oct 2025
- Publication

Obligations of states in respect of climate change:
During this event, experts from Chile, Colombia and the Netherlands will discuss the climate advisory notes issued by IACHR and the ICJ
- Monday 27 Oct 2025, 15:00 - 18:00
- Seminar
Dutch Black Scholar and Expert Conference 2025
The Dutch Black Scholar and Expert Conference provides an opportunity for presentations of original research by Black researchers
- Friday 31 Oct 2025, 10:00 - 20:00
- Conference
Valedictory lecture Professor Mansoob Murshed
Register to join Professor Mansoob Murshed when he gives his valedictory lecture on 31 October 2025
- Friday 31 Oct 2025, 16:00 - 17:00
- Valedictory lecture