Call for applications

Why Participate?

Shape the future of peacebuilding by influencing global and local efforts.
Engage in meaningful discussions that drive action and solutions.
Expand your network by connecting with experts, practitioners, and policymakers.
Showcase your expertise and highlight your organisation’s impact.
Join a global platform dedicated to advancing peace and dialogue.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications for the following session formats:

1. Peace Panels (Hybrid) – 24 Sessions

Engaging discussions on critical peace-related topics designed to foster dialogue among experts and stakeholders. Audience interaction through Q&A sessions is highly encouraged.

Location: Maison de la Paix (Conference Center: 140 seats | Geneva Centre for Security Policy: 90 seats)
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Hybrid (on-site & online)

Should you wish to apply for a peace panel, please read carefully the following information.

2. Peace Workshops (In-Person) – 24 Sessions

Interactive sessions designed to develop practical skills and strategies. Led by practitioners, these workshops focus on interactivity, group work, and knowledge exchange. Speaker contributions should not exceed 30% of the session time.

Location: Maison de la Paix (Conference Center: 20 seats)
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: on-site

Should you wish to apply for an on-site peace workshop, please read carefully the following information.

3. Peace Workshops (Online) – 3 Sessions

Virtual workshops with the same interactive format as in-person sessions. Priority will be given to non-Geneva-based organisations.

Location: Zoom session
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: online

Should you wish to apply for an online peace workshop, please read carefully the following information.

How to Apply?

Submit Your Application (form available on 31 March 2025)
Deadline to apply: 16 May 2025

Application Requirements

To ensure high-quality and impactful sessions, proposals must meet the following criteria:

Alignment with GPW25 Keywords & Thematic Direction: Sessions should address key themes of Geneva Peace Week.
Clearly Defined Objectives: The proposal must articulate how the session contributes to peacebuilding efforts.
Diversity & Inclusivity: Each event can have up to 4 speakers representing diverse sectors (International Organisations, NGOs, Academia, Governments, Private Sector). Organisers should ensure inclusivity in speaker selection (gender, age, geographical representation, grassroots actors, etc.).
Collaborative Approach: Each event must have one lead organiser and up to five co-organisers. At least one of the organising institutions must be based in Geneva. Each organisation may apply once as a lead organiser and once as a co-organiser.
Hybrid Event Design: All panels should be designed for both on-site and online audiences to maximize accessibility and participation. This year workshops will be either online or in person.

Important Dates & Timeline

Call for Applications Opens: Monday, 31 March 2025
Application Deadline: Friday, 16 May 2025
Selection Confirmation & Organiser Platform Access: By end of June 2025
Participation Confirmation: Friday, 4 July 2025
Kick-Off Sessions: Tuesday, 2 September 2025
Final Concept Note Submission: Monday, 8 September 2025
Programme Release: Monday, 15 September 2025
Run-of-Show Submission: Monday, 6 October 2025
Geneva Peace Week 2025: 13 - 17 October 2025
Event Recording & Transcription: Sent by end of October 2025
Event Notes Submission: Monday, 10 November 2025

Additional Information

While Geneva Peace Week covers logistical costs, organisers are responsible for expenses related to travel and accommodation for their speakers and staff.

We look forward to your participation in Geneva Peace Week 2025!

Disclaimer:

Due to the high volume of applications and the limited number of available slots, Geneva Peace Week is unable to provide individual feedback on selection outcomes. We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your interest in contributing to GPW.

Call for applications