International Voices Gather in The Hague: Distinguished Guests at The Hague Justice Dialogues 2026
International diplomats, leading legal experts, human rights defenders and journalists will gather in The Hague on 14–15 October to engage in dialogue on justice, peace and human dignity.
The Hague, October 2026 – At a time when armed conflicts continue, human rights face increasing pressure worldwide, and confidence in the principles of international law is being tested, The Hague Justice Dialogues 2026 will bring together distinguished international figures from a wide range of professional backgrounds.
Organised by the International Criminal Law Foundation (S.I.S.), the conference will take place on 14–15 October 2026 at Hilton The Hague, in the Netherlands.
Under the theme Justice • Peace • Human Dignity, this international gathering will provide a platform for diverse voices, experiences and perspectives. From diplomats and international legal experts to human rights defenders and independent journalists, participants share the conviction that meaningful dialogue is essential to addressing the challenges facing the international community.
Distinguished International Guests
The International Criminal Law Foundation is honoured to welcome an exceptional group of distinguished international guests and experts.
Among them are:
Ambassador Euripides L. Evriviades, former Ambassador of Cyprus to several countries, including the United States and the Netherlands, with more than four decades of diplomatic experience.
Ambassador Asif Durrani, Pakistan's former Special Representative for Afghanistan and former Ambassador to Iran.
Michael Semple, an internationally recognised expert on Afghanistan, conflict mediation and peace processes, affiliated with Queen's University Belfast.
Professor Marike Paulsson, an internationally recognised expert in international dispute resolution.
Fadel Abdul Ghany, Founder and Executive Director of the Syrian Network for Human Rights, whose work focuses on documenting human rights violations and advancing international accountability.
André Seebregts, a distinguished Dutch lawyer and legal expert with extensive experience in criminal law, terrorism-related cases, legal protection and human rights.
International journalism will also play an important role in the gathering, with participants including Alexis Poulin, French journalist and author, and Loveena Tandon, international journalist and documentary filmmaker.
The conference will also welcome human rights advocates, researchers and other international experts whose diverse professional backgrounds and experiences will enrich the discussions.
The Netherlands Will Also Be Represented
Alongside our distinguished international guests, we are particularly pleased to welcome two valued guests from our host country, the Netherlands.
Else Riep, Senior Legal Counsel in the International Law Division of the Legal Affairs Directorate, and Nikki Eshuis, Senior Policy Officer in the Multilateral Institutions and Human Rights Directorate, will participate in the conference as representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
As an organisation rooted in the Netherlands, we are proud to welcome them to this international gathering in The Hague.
Their participation will be a valuable addition to the diverse international perspectives represented throughout the conference.
Different Voices, a Shared Responsibility
The Hague Justice Dialogues 2026 is more than an international conference. It is a meeting place where diverse experiences, insights and perspectives come together.
At a time of growing international tensions and increasing pressure on fundamental human rights, it is essential that diplomats, legal experts, human rights defenders and independent journalists continue to engage in meaningful dialogue.
The conference is guided by its motto:
"The Voice of War Victims is the Shared Responsibility of Humanity."
Through this guiding principle, the International Criminal Law Foundation seeks to draw particular attention to the human consequences of armed conflict and the importance of shared international responsibility.
The Foundation emphasises its independent and non-partisan character. The conference provides an open platform for diverse viewpoints without endorsing the political positions of individual participants or their respective organisations.
The Hague: Where International Dialogue Comes Together
As the international city of peace and justice, The Hague provides a meaningful setting for this important gathering.
By bringing together international diplomats, legal experts, human rights defenders and journalists, The Hague Justice Dialogues aims to contribute to constructive discussions and encourage greater international cooperation in pursuit of a more just and peaceful world.
The final list of participants and the full conference programme will be announced once the remaining confirmations have been received.
The Hague Justice Dialogues 2026
Dates: 14–15 October 2026
Venue: Hilton The Hague, The Netherlands
Theme: Justice • Peace • Human Dignity
Organised by: International Criminal Law Foundation (S.I.S.)
The conference is strictly by invitation only and is not open to the general public.
Author: International Criminal Law Foundation (S.I.S.)
