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26 June 2026 13:00

Promoting and protecting human rights in peaceful protests

Palais des Nations, Geneva
The Permanent Missions of Costa Rica and Switzerland organize a Human Rights Council side-event on the promotion and protection of human rights in the context of peaceful protests. How can States better promote and protect the right to peaceful protest? How can LRGs be included within the broader human rights system to ensure that human rights are realized for all?
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07 July 2026 08:00

Mayors’ Events at WSIS Forum & AI for Good Summit 2026

Geneva
Join the Mayors' events and 150+ other sessions World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) and AI for Good Summit 2026, held in Geneva on 6-11 July 2026. They will convene stakeholders to accelerate progress in digital cooperation and to unlock AI’s potential to serve humanity. The first Global Dialogue on AI Governance will also provide an inclusive platform to discuss critical issues concerning AI.
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07 July 2026 10:00

GCH @ HLPF 2026

New York, USA
Find out how the Global Cities Hub will engage with the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2026, held in New York in July. The HLPF 2026 will focus on SDG6 – Clean Water and Sanitation, SDG7- Affordable and Clean Energy, SDG9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, and SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities.
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The Global Cities Hub is at the forefront of linking LRGs and international organizations to address the most pressing challenges faced by urban centers worldwide. Engaged in a diverse array of initiatives, GCH fosters collaboration among cities,  mayors and city networks to strengthen inclusive multilateralism in the Geneva ecosystem, including the United Nations. Our work spans critical areas including environment and climate change, smart city development, protection of human rights, and promotion of urban health. By facilitating knowledge exchange and joint action, we aim to create sustainable, inclusive, and resilient urban environments for all.

 

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GCH and WeGO Renew Partnership to Advance Inclusive Multilateralism

Today, the Global Cities Hub (GCH) and the World Smart Sustainable Cities Organization (WeGO) signed a new Memorandum of Understanding, reaffirming a partnership driven by a shared conviction: cities and local and regional governments have a vital role to play in addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing humanity.

Human Rights: Change comes from the ground up!

The GCH co-organised, together with the Geneva Human Rights Hub and partners, an event marking the 20th of the UN Human Rights Council. The event highlighted that participation is not an end in itself. Does broader engagement help the HRC achieve greater impact through stronger implementation, more effective follow-up and better prevention of human rights violations?

GCH Advances Dialogue on AI and the Citiverse

The Global Cities Hub (GCH) organized two discussions and launched its new policy paper on artificial intelligence (AI) and the citiverse. Cities are entering a new digital phase driven by AI and immersive digital environments. How can they address these challenges? How can they prepare for the transformation that these new technologies unlock?
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