Ghent University

Debate 'The Children Are Always Ours – Resisting Colonial Oppression of Childhood'

Human Rights @ De Krook: From forced separation to detention: how do colonial legacies continue to shape children’s lives and rights.

She is receiving the award for her commitment to freedom of expression, human rights and democracy in Belarus.

On Thursday 1 October 2026, journalist and human rights defender Hanna Liubakova will be awarded Ghent University’s Amnesty International Chair.

Pulitzer Prize-winner Masha Gessen on Putin, Trump and the rise of authoritarian power.

Seminar by dr. Cecilia Meneghini (University of Exeter).

During this book presentation, Prof Kristin Henrard will discuss her edited volume "The Rights of Roma in European Courts".

Join us for a Country Day dedicated to Argentina, one of the leading economies in South America.

The second exam period of the academic year is approaching. You can study at various Ghent University locations between 4 May 2026 and 26 June 2026.

A book talk on "Living in the Split. The Agency of Armenia and Georgia In-Between Russia and the EU" (Palgrave, 2026)

The event will conclude with an opportunity for discussion and networking in the beautiful setting of the GUM Plantentuin.