human rights, conflict & peace initiative.

The Human Rights, Conflict & Peace (HRCP) Initiative is a student initiative at the Graduate Institute in Geneva (IHEID) that aims to increase awareness of human rights, conflict and peace-related issues from across the globe.

The Initiative was founded in 2014, to supplement existing courses at IHEID, particularly in the context of conflict or post-conflict environments. Our events, which include panel discussions, film screenings, and other similar events, facilitate discussion on this topic area. We aim to create discussion spaces and educational opportunities where those interested can further their knowledge and understanding. We are an open initiative for the IHEID community, welcoming new members throughout the entire year. We hope to see you in our meetings and events.

Our events, which include panel discussions, film screenings, and other similar events, facilitate discussion on this topic area. Our initiative focuses on a horizontal approach, in which any student can suggest new themes for discussion. Some of our past events include panel discussions with experts addressing Statelessness, children’s rights in Palestine and the Myanmar crisis; tours to the United Nations and attendance to human rights related sessions coffee talks on humanitarian careers with alumni that work at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and Geneva Call.