Human Rights

Book talk and discussion of Crossing the Red Line with author Akbar Shahid Ahmed and panelists Khaled Elgindy and Annelle Sheline, hosted by the Quincy Institute. Registration via Zoom required.

A moderated Q&A on the ethics, effectiveness, and future of U.S. foreign aid featuring retired Ambassador Mark Storella. Hosted by the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire and the Center for Ethics in Society at St. Anselm College.

A panel on mental health, psychosocial support and their role in peacebuilding in Africa, held at the PSC Chamber, African Union Commission in Addis Ababa.

A hybrid panel discussing the Madlanga revelations and implications for criminal justice reform, held at ISS Pretoria with online access via Zoom.

NORC is an exhibitor at the APIA Health Forum Voices Conference in Washington, DC; conference exhibitor noted.

CGD panel discussion introducing a conceptual framework and maturity assessment tool for monitoring Health Benefits Packages (HBPs) in practice. Panelists will discuss opportunities and challenges for strengthening HBP impact and monitoring in countries.

Panel discussion hosted by the Carnegie Middle East Program on the dynamics of Arab authoritarianism and the new edited volume 'Authoritarianism in the Arab World', featuring Dana El Kurd, Mai El-Sadany, and Sarah Yerkes; moderated by Andrew Leber. Event is in Washington, D.C. and available live online.

Panel discussion with Carnegie Middle East Program staff and external experts examining the evolution and consequences of entrenched authoritarianism in the Arab world. Available live online or in-person at Carnegie in Washington, DC.

ACLED webinar examining the overlap between criminal violence and mining activities in Brazil, risks to Indigenous communities, and how the incoming administration’s mining and security policies could reshape these dynamics.

Screening of the 45-minute documentary 'Peace Raiders' about local peacemaking in South Sudan, followed by a panel discussion with PRIO researchers and partners and an informal reception.

Advance screening watch party for 'Being Heumann' with both virtual attendance and in-person option at HBS Chao Center Room 120.

Two-part panel exploring the future of humanitarian assistance amid contested access and security challenges, including a focus on Arab-Israeli cooperation; panels followed by a reception.

A benefit concert hosted by TIMEP in partnership with American Nomad to support displaced families in Lebanon; all ticket proceeds go to the Lebanese Red Cross. Takes place at Bossa Bistro & Lounge in Washington, DC on Nov 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM local time.

A hybrid panel hosted by CGD with UNICEF, the Safe to Learn Secretariat, and the Coalition for Good Schools LATAM Hub on turning evidence and data into policy and practice to prevent violence in and around schools. Speakers will draw on global and regional data and country experiences, with a focus on Latin America and the Caribbean. Held at the Second Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children; also available virtually.

Geneva Security Debate examining whether international law can protect civilians, ensure accountability and uphold the rules-based order, drawing on the war in Ukraine. Features experts in diplomacy, humanitarian action and international law.

Annual Migration Policy Institute conference covering major U.S. immigration policy and legal issues. In-person at Georgetown University main campus and livestreamed for virtual attendees; panels and a keynote by David Holt. Registration available for in-person and virtual attendance.

A live online panel of experts discussing the arguments for and against expanding the U.S. Supreme Court and proposing institutional reforms. Panelists include Stephen M. Feldman, Roman Buhler, and Dan Greenberg.

WAPPP hosts a virtual seminar featuring Zoe Marks. (Event listed as virtual on Zoom.)

FPRI's 20th annual Benjamin Franklin Award Celebration honoring José Andrés' World Central Kitchen, featuring a keynote and fireside chat with U.S. Representative Brendan Boyle. In-person evening event including program and awards.

An online training series for aid workers on humanitarian diplomacy, scheduled across multiple days in November.

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk and Leslie Vinjamuri discuss the state of human rights and related global challenges.

A conversation with Brigid Schulte and Darby Saxbe about how caregiving changes the brain and the science behind 'Dad Brain.' Offered both in-person and online.

A book talk focused on the 1981 massacre in El Mozote, El Salvador, and its historical memory.

A multi-session hybrid event examining whether families are achieving their desired sizes, with virtual participation or in-person at Kresge G1 (Harvard School of Public Health).

A CSIS Bipartisan Alliance for Global Health Security webcast on countries' efforts to expand HPV vaccination, screening, and treatment toward eliminating cervical cancer. Speakers include Katherine E. Bliss, Rebecca Martin, Silvana Luciani, and Amos Bassi. Recording will be made available on the event page.

An online RAND event titled "Healing Moral Injury Among Veterans." Scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026 (online).

Multi-session, in-person reading group led by WAPPP senior fellow Ashley Judd examining prostitution and pornography through multidisciplinary scholarship and testimonies. Open to Harvard affiliates.

Book launch and panel discussion for The Outlaw Observed by Dr Sabina Rahman, chaired by Professor Louise D’Arcens and featuring USSC scholars, followed by a networking reception. Registration required.

One-day convening examining emerging longitudinal and causal evidence linking foundational literacy and numeracy in primary school to long-term adult outcomes. Panels include researchers, funders, and international financial institutions discussing evidence, gaps, and barriers to shifting resources.

Webinar panel on policies and best practices for assessing English Learners (ELs) in K–12, with recommendations for state and district leaders. Panelists include Khaled Ismail, Mariana Castro, and Flavia Molea Baker; moderated by Delia Pompa.

An in-person panel in Washington, DC on how policymakers can preserve the First Amendment amid global regulation. Panelists will discuss the scope of foreign threats and domestic responses, including state-level and federal legislative efforts.

Book talk featuring Alice Miranda Ollstein and MaryRose Mazzola discussing 'Side Effects' at the WAPPP Cason Conference Room.

AEI presents findings from its report on how technology and policy can work together to advance employment and economic mobility for Americans with disabilities, with experts discussing inclusive approaches to the future of work.

ACLED webinar on the 10th year of the Cabo Delgado insurgency, how Islamic State Mozambique has adapted and expanded, and implications for civilians, humanitarian access, and reconstruction. Features Peter Bofin and Borges Nhamirre; moderated by Tomás Queface.

An ODI Global event in London on the past, present and future of women's rights, scheduled for 1 December 2026.

The International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) 2026 will be held 1–4 December at the Barceló Bávaro Convention Centre in Punta Cana. The agenda is published and early-bird registration is open. The conference features 80+ sessions on anti-corruption topics including transnational corruption and accountability.

The 22nd International Anti-Corruption Conference will gather global leaders, civil society, and experts to address challenges in combating corruption and defending integrity. The theme, 'Igniting the Power of Integrity,' is aimed at uniting those fighting for good governance and democratic values worldwide. The event will span four days with participants from over 140 countries. Stay tuned for further details on registration and program.

Multi-session, in-person reading group led by WAPPP senior fellow Ashley Judd examining prostitution and pornography through multidisciplinary scholarship and testimonies. Open to Harvard affiliates.

Former Australian Human Rights Commission Commissioner Lorraine Finlay joins CIS's Peter Kurti to reflect on five years at the Commission and the role of universal human rights in a divided era.

Collaborative winter seminars with expert moderators exploring topics like collaboration, leadership, longevity, and the politics of medicine.