The Geneva Human Rights Hub newsroom brings together updates on our work across UN human rights mechanisms, training activities, research and collaborative projects. It is intended for practitioners, academics, diplomats and civil society actors engaged with Geneva-based human rights processes.
Sixteen participants joined the GHRH for a week of of expert-led sessions, practical exercises and direct engagement with the UN human rights system.
In November 2026, the GHRH and partners convened the 2026 Expert Roundtable on Digital Human Rights Tracking Tools and Databases in Geneva and online.
The GHRH convened two roundtables to explore ways to strengthen the UN Special Procedures system, identifying key recommendations to enhance its effectiveness, sustainability and impact.
The Geneva Human Rights Hub contributed to the 24th Informal ASEM Seminar on Human Rights in Ulaanbaatar through the preparation and presentation of its background paper on the future of human rights protection across Asia and Europe.
Two Applied Research Projects will involve students from the Geneva Graduate Institute in the work of the Geneva Human Rights Hub
GHRH launches three papers on standard-setting, human rights in the digital age and the future of participation at the Human Rights Council.
The GHRH discussed with students ways to contribute to the work of IOs and other actors in Geneva, whilst encouraging them to carry a human rights lens into their future studies and careers.
From data to implementation: the GHRH brought a human rights lens to the AI for Good Global Summit and WSIS 2026 where it shared how digital innovation may help the progression of human rights.
The Rigi Retreat brought together key stakeholders to explore practical pathways for strengthening and reforming the UN treaty body system.
Watch the recording of the HRC62 side event on environmental crime and human rights, and read the full summary by the GEN.
From 15 to 19 June 2026, the GHRH marked the 20th anniversary of the UN Human Rights Council, which also formed the GHRH’s first Annual Conference.
The GHRH is looking for two motivated students to support its activities from September to December 2026.