57 upcoming conferences events
CCPR 147th Session
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Palais Wilson
International Geneva event: The Human Rights Committee (CCPR) holds its 147th session at Palais Wilson, bringing diplomats and experts together to review state reports, discuss protections, and advance international human-rights standards.
77th plenary session of the Executive Committee
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Palais des Nations
In Geneva, the 77th plenary session of the UNHCR Executive Committee convenes at the Palais des Nations, a formal, high-level gathering to discuss humanitarian policy, coordination, and international cooperation.
6th UN Forum of Mayors
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Palais des Nations
The 6th UN Forum of Mayors will convene at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, bringing city leaders together to discuss urban governance, climate resilience, and inclusive development in a high-level, international policy setting.
Sixtieth WHO Expert Committee meeting on Pharmaceutical Specifications
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
World Health Organization Headquarters
International Geneva hosts the Sixtieth meeting of the WHO Expert Committee on Specifications for Pharmaceutical Preparations at WHO Headquarters, where global health officials advance international standards for medicines.
22nd AGM of the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining & Sustainable Development
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Palais des Nations
The 22nd AGM of the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development gathers policymakers and industry leaders at Palais des Nations, Geneva, to advance sustainable mining governance and cross-border collaboration.
Media CyberSecurity Seminar 2026
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
World Health Organization Headquarters
Media CyberSecurity Seminar 2026 brings industry and academia together in Geneva to discuss safeguards for media in a connected world, covering cyber threats, incident response, and secure broadcasting at EBU Headquarters.
Multi-year Expert Meeting on Commodities and Development, 17th session
Thu, 22 Oct 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva conference hosted at Palais des Nations for the 17th session of the Multi-year Expert Meeting on Commodities and Development, organized by UNCTAD to discuss commodities policy, development impact, and global governance.
Council | 60th Ordinary Session
Fri, 23 Oct 2026
The 60th Ordinary Session of the UPOV Council convenes in Geneva for an international conference on plant-variety protection, harmonising standards and governance among member states in a formal, high-level setting.
Working Party on State Trading Enterprises
Fri, 23 Oct 2026
International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
Geneva hosts the WTO Working Party on State Trading Enterprises, a formal gathering of trade policy experts and policymakers to discuss state trading enterprises, market access, and transparency at the WTO headquarters.
Geneva Peace Week
Tue, 3 Nov 2026
Various venues, Geneva
Geneva Peace Week gathers policymakers, diplomats, researchers and activists for a multi-venue conference in Geneva, featuring keynotes, panels and workshops on diplomacy, conflict resolution and global peacebuilding.
Universal Periodic Review / 53rd session #UPR53
Mon, 2 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
A formal United Nations event at the Palais des Nations in Geneva: the Universal Periodic Review 53rd session (UPR53), a key Human Rights Council review examining member state obligations; diplomats, NGOs, and experts gather for updates and dialogue.
Rules Committees Meetings
Mon, 26 Oct 2026
International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
International Geneva conference hosted at the WTO in Geneva, where the Rules Committees meet to discuss trade rules, regulatory frameworks, and multilateral negotiations shaping global commerce.
CICG Conference in Geneva
Mon, 2 Nov 2026
Geneva International
Global conference at the Geneva International Conference Centre (CICG), gathering international delegates for keynote talks, panels, and discussions under the CITES meetings program.
39th Session of the Standing Committee on Programmes and Finance
Thu, 29 Oct 2026
Geneva International Conference Centre (CICG)
Geneva hosts the 39th Session of the Standing Committee on Programmes and Finance at the CICG, a high-level international conference focusing on governance, programme oversight, and budgeting for the organization in a formal, professional setting.
Geneva Health Forum Conference 2026
Tue, 10 Nov 2026
Campus Biotech, Geneva
Geneva Health Forum Conference 2026 gathers international health researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders at Campus Biotech for a full-day program of talks, panels, and networking exploring global health challenges, innovation, and collaboration in Geneva.
Geneva Health Forum
Wed, 18 Nov 2026
CICG, Geneva
Geneva Health Forum is a major international conference at CICG in Geneva, convening researchers, policymakers, and health professionals to discuss health systems, public health, and global health policy innovations.
RightsX Summit 2026
Wed, 18 Nov 2026
Geneva International
A high-profile international conference in Geneva focused on human rights, featuring policy briefings, expert panels, and keynote talks. RightsX Summit 2026 brings policymakers, advocates, and researchers together at the Geneva International venue.
Sustainability Summit 2026
Tue, 10 Nov 2026
CICG & Online
Online conference Sustainability Summit 2026 hosted by International Geneva partners, gathering global experts to discuss climate action, sustainable policy, and cross-sector collaboration through keynotes, panels, and interactive sessions.
Forum on Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law
Mon, 16 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva conference at the Palais des Nations on human rights, democracy and the rule of law, gathering policymakers, scholars and practitioners to discuss safeguards for fundamental freedoms and the future of global governance.
Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons — 20th Protocol V Annual Conference
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
An international conference at Palais des Nations in Geneva for the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons' 20th Protocol V Annual Conference, gathering diplomats and experts to discuss arms-control measures, compliance, and protocol updates.
56th Board meeting
Tue, 17 Nov 2026
The Global Fund holds its 56th board meeting in Geneva, bringing trustees and senior leadership together for governance, strategy, and oversight discussions in an international nonprofit setting.
Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Financing for Development, 10th session
Wed, 11 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
UNCTAD hosts the Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Financing for Development for its 10th session at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, a high-level policy meeting examining innovative finance, development cooperation, and global reform options.
First International Conference of the Global Framework on Chemicals
Mon, 16 Nov 2026
Geneva International Conference Centre (CICG)
International conference at the Geneva International Conference Centre (CICG) on the Global Framework on Chemicals, bringing policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders together to discuss governance, safety, and sustainable management of chemicals.
Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons — 7th Review Conference
Mon, 16 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva event: The 7th Review Conference of the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons convened at the Palais des Nations, gathering diplomats and experts to assess implementation, compliance, and future disarmament steps.
GANHRI Sub-Committee on Accreditation | 4th session
Mon, 9 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
A formal international conference in Geneva as GANHRI's Sub-Committee on Accreditation meets for its 4th session at Palais des Nations to discuss accreditation standards, governance, and human-rights mechanisms within the UN system.
Committee Against Torture (CAT) — 86th session
Mon, 2 Nov 2026
Room PW1 (Palais Wilson)
An international Geneva conference: the UN Committee Against Torture (CAT) meets for its 86th session at Room PW1, Palais Wilson, focusing on torture prevention, human rights monitoring, and treaty implementation in a formal UN setting.
Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons — Protocol V Meeting of Experts
Mon, 9 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva hosts the Protocol V Meeting of Experts at the Palais des Nations, under the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons, to discuss compliance, risk reduction, enforcement, and future steps in weapons regulation.
Forum on Business and Human Rights / 15th session
Mon, 23 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva hosts the 15th session of the Forum on Business and Human Rights at Palais des Nations, featuring high-level discussions on corporate accountability, responsible business conduct, and multistakeholder solutions to human rights challenges.
CCW Amended Protocol II — Group of Experts
Tue, 10 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva conference where the Group of Experts discusses the Amended Protocol II of the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons, held at Palais des Nations. A formal policy-focused session on international humanitarian law and weapons regulation.
Open-ended Working Group on Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space - 4th Session
Mon, 23 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva conference marking the 4th session of the Open-ended Working Group on Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space, held at the Palais des Nations. Diplomats discuss norms, transparency, and risk reduction in outer-space arms control.
19th session of the Forum on Minorities Issues
Thu, 26 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
UN-hosted conference session at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, the 19th Forum on Minorities Issues, bringing international policymakers and experts together to discuss protections, inclusion, and minority rights.
UN Ad Hoc Committee Pledging Conference for UNHCR 2026
Tue, 1 Dec 2026
Palais des Nations
A formal UN pledging conference in Geneva's Palais des Nations where the Ad hoc Committee of the General Assembly seeks voluntary contributions to UNHCR's 2026 programme, mobilizing international donor support for refugee protection.
Ad hoc GA Committee: Pledging Conference for Voluntary Contributions
Tue, 1 Dec 2026
Palais des Nations
A high-level pledging conference in Geneva at the Palais des Nations where the Ad hoc Committee of the General Assembly will announce voluntary contributions to UNHCR's 2026 program, seeking donor support for refugee relief and humanitarian aid.
Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture (SPT) / 58th session
Mon, 2 Nov 2026
Room PW1 (Palais Wilson)
Formal UN conference in Geneva: the 58th session of the Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture (SPT) convenes at Room PWG, Palais Wilson. A high-level gathering addressing torture prevention, human rights standards, and international oversight.
9th High Power Targetry Workshop (HPTW2026)
Mon, 16 Nov 2026
Geneva International Conference Centre (CICG)
An International Geneva conference at Geneva International for the 9th High Power Targetry Workshop (HPTW2026), where accelerator physicists and engineers share latest high-power targetry research, designs, and collaboration opportunities.
Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW) / 43rd session
Mon, 30 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva conference: the Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW) holds its 43rd session at Palais des Nations, with formal discussions on migrant workers’ rights, labor standards, and policy recommendations within the UN system.
CERD 119th session
Mon, 23 Nov 2026
Palais Wilson
International Geneva meets as the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) holds its 119th session at Palais Wilson, reviewing state reports and debating racial discrimination and equality under international law.
Biological Weapons Convention — Meeting of States Parties
Mon, 14 Dec 2026
Palais des Nations
An international Geneva conference gathering states parties to the Biological Weapons Convention at Palais des Nations to discuss disarmament, biosecurity, and treaty implementation with policymakers, diplomats, and experts.
Expert Mechanism on the rights of Indigenous Peoples, Intersessional Meeting
Mon, 30 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
UN's Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples convenes an intersessional meeting at Palais des Nations in Geneva, exploring indigenous rights, recommendations, and international best practices in a formal, high-level conference setting.
Working group on measuring e-commerce and the digital economy, 7th meeting
Thu, 3 Dec 2026
Palais des Nations
An international policy conference in Geneva at the Palais des Nations, this 7th meeting of the Working Group on Measuring E-commerce and the Digital Economy focuses on developing metrics and methodologies for the digital economy. It brings policymakers and researchers together under UNCTAD to advance international statistics.
23rd Meeting of the States Parties to the Mine-Ban Convention
Mon, 30 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
UN Voluntary Trust Fund on Contemporary Forms of Slavery — 31st Trustees Session
Mon, 30 Nov 2026
Room CC (Palais des Nations)
A formal Geneva conference in Room XI for the 31st session of the UN Voluntary Trust Fund on Contemporary Forms of Slavery, where trustees discuss governance, funding priorities, and strategies to combat modern slavery.
BWC Working Group on Strengthening the Convention
Mon, 7 Dec 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva policy conference on December 7, 2026, at Palais des Nations, focusing on strengthening the Biological Weapons Convention, gathering diplomats and experts for a high-level working group on disarmament, verification, and treaty improvement.
Meeting of the Parties to the Espoo Convention (10th session)
Tue, 1 Dec 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva intergovernmental conference where Parties to the Espoo Convention and the Protocol on SEA convene for the 10th and 6th sessions to advance transboundary environmental impact assessment rules and treaty implementation.
ECOSOC Sub-Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (AC.10/C.3) (69th session)
Mon, 23 Nov 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva meeting where the ECOSOC Sub-Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (AC.10/C.3) holds its 69th session at Palais des Nations, shaping global transport safety standards.
ECOSOC Sub-Committee on the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) – 50th session
Wed, 2 Dec 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva conference session featuring the ECOSOC Sub-Committee of Experts on the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling (GHS) – 50th session on 2 December 2026 at Palais des Nations, focusing on chemical classification, hazard communication, and la
117th Session of the Council
Mon, 7 Dec 2026
ILO Building
The 117th Session of the Council convenes at the WHO Building in Geneva, gathering international officials to discuss governance and migration policy under the IOM council’s oversight.
14th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Industrial Accidents Convention
Wed, 9 Dec 2026
Palais des Nations
International Geneva conference where parties to the Industrial Accidents Convention convene at Palais des Nations to discuss compliance, risk reduction, and emergency response coordination for industrial safety.
DMFAS Programme Advisory Group – 15th Meeting
Thu, 10 Dec 2026
Palais des Nations
Formal UN conference-style meeting of the DMFAS Programme Advisory Group at Palais des Nations, with international delegates discussing debt management policies, financial analysis methods, governance, and programme directions in Geneva.
Through-life ammunition management informal meeting
Mon, 2 Nov 2026
Room CC (Palais des Nations)
Informal UN meeting in Room Concordia 1, Palais des Nations, Geneva, focusing on through-life conventional ammunition management. Delegates explore lifecycle policy, safety, and governance through a collaborative, international dialogue.
Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE)
Mon, 15 Mar 2027
World Health Organization Headquarters
The World Health Organization hosts the Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE) meeting at its Geneva headquarters, bringing global health professionals together to review immunization policy and recommendations for international health programs.
Organizational session for the Human Rights Council
Mon, 7 Dec 2026
Room CC (Palais des Nations)
Official organizational session of the Human Rights Council at Room AH, Palais des Nations, Geneva. This formal UN gathering confirms procedural matters, schedules, and participant roles ahead of upcoming council sessions, drawing diplomats and international officials.
Forum on Minority Issues / 20th session
Thu, 18 Nov 2027
Palais des Nations
International Geneva UN event at Palais des Nations: the 20th session of the Forum on Minority Issues gathers diplomats, experts, and advocates to discuss protections, inclusion, and policy recommendations for minority communities.
Forum on Business and Human Rights / 16th session
Mon, 15 Nov 2027
Palais des Nations
International Geneva hosts the 16th Forum on Business and Human Rights at Palais des Nations, gathering policymakers, business leaders and experts to discuss corporate accountability, governance, and sustainable practices in global commerce.
Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE)
Mon, 27 Sept 2027
World Health Organization Headquarters
WHO hosts the Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE) at its Geneva headquarters, gathering international health professionals to review immunization policies and global vaccine strategies.
Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE)
Mon, 20 Mar 2028
World Health Organization Headquarters
The World Health Organization hosts a meeting of the Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE) at its Geneva headquarters, gathering international immunization experts to discuss vaccine policy and global immunization recommendations.
Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE)
Mon, 25 Sept 2028
World Health Organization Headquarters
Geneva hosts a high-level WHO conference as SAGE (Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization) meets at WHO Headquarters to review vaccine recommendations and immunization policy, influencing global public health strategies.