Geneva Summer School 2026
International Law and Global Governance
Geneva, Switzerland
13–15 July 2026
In-Person Program (programa presencial)
Coordinators
Prof. Dr. Fábio Veiga (President of IBEROJUR and Professor in Portugal)
Prof. Dr. Catherine Maia (United Nations Consultant and Professor at the Science Po of Paris)
Prof. Dr. Andrea Dias (Professor at the University of Abu Dhabi)
Presentation
The Geneva Summer School on International Law and Global Governance, organized by IBEROJUR – Instituto Iberoamericano de Estudos Jurídicos, offers an immersive academic experience in one of the world’s leading centers of international diplomacy and multilateral governance.
Designed for law students, researchers, PhD candidates, academics, diplomats, and professionals interested in international affairs, the program combines institutional visits, academic lectures, diplomatic meetings, and specialized discussions on contemporary issues of international law and global governance.
Throughout the program, participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with international organizations and institutions based in Geneva, including the United Nations Office in Geneva, the World Trade Organization (WTO), the World Health Organization (WHO), the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum, and diplomatic missions accredited to the United Nations.
The Summer School also includes meetings with internationally recognized scholars, diplomats, and experts working in the fields of human rights, international organizations, multilateral negotiations, and international economic governance.
Academic Highlights
- Visit to the United Nations Office in Geneva (Palais des Nations)
- Visit to the University of Geneva (UNIGE)
- Visit to the Palais Wilson Library (OHCHR)
- Lecture by Prof. Alfred de Zayas
- Meetings with Permanent Missions to the United Nations
- Visit to the Geneva School of Diplomacy
- Visit to the World Trade Organization (WTO)
- Visit to the World Health Organization (WHO)
- Visit to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum
- Specialized discussions on international law, diplomacy, sanctions, WTO negotiations, and global governance
Target Audience
- Law students
- Master’s and PhD students
- Researchers and academics
- Diplomats and public officials
- Professionals interested in international organizations and global governance
Languages
English, Portuguese and Spanish
Venue
Geneva, Switzerland | Genebra, Suíça
Registration Information
Price to registration | Taxa de inscrição: 350€ General / 300€ Iberojur Members (Includes certificate, guided tours and entrance tickets to the institutions)
Places are limited and subject to prior registration.
Participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, meals, and personal expenses during the program.
A certificate of participation will be issued by IBEROJUR (30 hours) to all participants who complete the program.
For further information regarding applications, fees, and registration deadlines, please contact:
IBEROJUR – Instituto Iberoamericano de Estudos Jurídicos
WhatsApp: +34 600 707758
