Upcoming events.
SIA Diwali Party
Get ready to celebrate the Festival of Lights with us at the SIA Diwali Party! Join us for an evening filled with warmth, joy and togetherness as we mark this beautiful occasion.
Open to students and interns across Geneva. Come celebrate with drinks, music, performances and lots of fun! Don’t forget to drop your song suggestions so we can create a great playlist. Traditional attire encouraged!
As a special highlight, we’ll be hosting performances for "Institute’s Got Talent," which will be featured on our Instagram page. Show off your talent and make this Diwali extra memorable.
Don’t miss out – register now! 2026 SIA Diwali Party here
Film Screening: DÉPART: Remembering French India – Colonial Memory, Identity and Belonging
The Student Initiative on Asia (SIA) and the Contemporary East Asia Studies Initiative (CEAS) invite you to a film screening followed by a panel discussion.
🎥 About the film:
DÉPART explores the legacy of French colonialism in India, reflecting on colonial memory, cultural heritage, identity and belonging.
💬 Join us for an evening of film and discussion with the filmmaker and researchers, followed by an audience Q&A.
South Asian Welcome Apero: Chai, Quiz and Connections
The South Asian Welcome Quiz & Chai Social is a fun and informal event to welcome incoming students while celebrating the diversity and shared cultural experiences of the South Asian student community. Through a team-based quiz covering South Asian culture, music, food, geography, history, and fun facts, alongside a chai and snacks social, the event will encourage students to meet one another, build connections, and feel at home in the Institute community.
ICRC Museum Tour
Participants will explore the ICRC Museum’s interactive exhibitions and immersive installations, through Asian lens, gaining insight into real-world humanitarian challenges and the ICRC’s operational principles. The visit will provide a unique opportunity to connect academic learning with the lived history of humanitarianism in Geneva.
*POSTPONED* Holi X Navroz
Holi X Navroz
🎉 Join us for an unforgettable fusion of cultures at our Holi X Navroz event! 🌈✨
Get ready for a night of joy, laughter, and celebration as we bring together the vibrant festivities of Holi and the rich traditions of Navroz! 🎊
📅 Save the Date: March 23rd
🕖 Time: 7 PM - 11 PM
📍 Location: GM Rooftop
🌟 Highlights:
🎭 Talent Show: 8 PM - 9 PM (Limited Registrations)
🍹 Early Bird Offers on Drinks 🥂
🎟️ Registrations: First Come, First Served
Early Bird Discount on Registration - 2 CHF ( if you register now)
On-the-Spot Registration - 5 CHF
Don't miss out on this unique cultural extravaganza! Mark your calendars and gather your friends for an evening filled with fun and surprises. See you there! 🎉 #HoliXNavroz #CulturalFusion