Join GCSP Communications Director J. W. Tavelli, MBA as he explores the successes and challenges of today's multilateral diplomatic landscape as experienced by our Executive Director Ambassador @ThGreminger in a unique behind-the-scenes Q&A.

🚀 The next frontier of security is here: as #space becomes a strategic arena for power, profit & potential conflict, understanding the risks & opportunities is crucial. Join our online course The Future of Outer Space Security by @SustainHistory.

Apply: bit.ly/47IAU0K

⏰ JUST A FEW DAYS TO GO! Register to attend!

We have just wrapped up the 2026 edition of the Global Alumni Networking Night (GANN)! 🎉 Last week, we held our GANN event in Geneva - particularly significant as we celebrated the 10th anniversary of the GANN & held a dedicated online Global Thematic Programme for the occasion!

⏰ HAPPENING TODAY!

Last chance to register ⬇️

It is time for you to lead change – are you ready to step in?

Guided by an expert team of facilitators, this unique journey is specifically designed for women leaders in the peace & security sector — equipping you to step forward.

Apply: bit.ly/4zA59Dv

The 27th edition of the New Issues in Security Course focuses on new & re-emerging security challenges arising from a rapidly changing global environment. Hear from Kurba-Marie Questelles to find out more about the NISC experience!

Applications are open: bit.ly/48FDu8h

Paul Dziatkowiec, Director of Mediation and Peace Support, Geneva Centre for Security Policy (@TheGCSP ), Switzerland: Geopolitical tensions have disrupted scientific cooperation between Russia and Western countries in the Arctic. It's important to preserve and restore scientific itical divisions. Through science diplomacy and environmental protection, countries can identify shared priorities, rebuild research connections and develop practical solutions to urgent Arctic challenges.

On Thursday 5 November, the Swiss 🇨🇭 Embassy hosted the Geneva Centre for Security Policy (@TheGCSP) Global Alumni Networking Night (GANN) in Beirut, a moment dedicated to reconnecting with fellow alumni, sharing ideas, and celebrating a shared commitment to peace and security. with the newly established Alumni Hub for Lebanon. The 2026 GANN -held across 38 capitals worldwide- is particularly special as it marks the 10th anniversary of the GANN.
#GCSPGANN2026 @gcsp_alumni

Join our upcoming activities this week!

Arms Control, Disarmament and Non-Proliferation
📅 09 November | 12:30-14:00 | Hybrid
Register: bit.ly/4ijqXNB

AI for Good, AI for Bad and AI for Peace
📅 10 November | 18:00-19:30 | Hybrid
Register: bit.ly/4iiPgLA

We are pleased to spotlight the contributions of Pakistan as a member of our Foundation Council. We value our partnership as we work together toward a more peaceful & secure world – now in its 10th year! Swipe to learn more from Ambassador Bilal Ahmad ➡️
#GCSPFoundationCouncil

We are pleased to spotlight the contributions of Canada as a member of our Foundation Council. We value our partnership as we work together toward a more peaceful & secure world – now in its 10th year! Swipe to learn more from Ambassador Peter MacDougall ➡️
#GCSPFoundationCouncil

Today marks the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War & Armed Conflict – a reminder that the environment is often an overlooked casualty of war.

Our upcoming Environment and Security 2026 course explores this further: bit.ly/4odfSiq

Amb @ThGreminger & Alexandra Matas, Director of our International Security Dialogue Department, welcomed @OlofBSkoog, Deputy Secretary General for Political Affairs @eu_eeas. They exchanged views on shared priorities, discussed cooperation & explored how to strengthen engagement.

A wonderful evening at #GCSPGANN2026 in Ankara!

Great to reconnect with the global @gcsp_alumni community.

Many thanks to H.E. Ambassador Guillaume Scheurer for his warm hospitality at the Swiss Residence and to @TheGCSP for bringing us together.

#GCSPAlumni

📢 New publication! This Strategic Security Analysis by Dr Alexandre Persat explores this emerging intersection of synthetic biology, antimicrobial resistance & human security, and why it deserves greater attention.

Read: bit.ly/4zvfSzc

Join us on 16 November for a Geneva Security Debate that will bring together four distinguished voices to explore the relationship between law, power, accountability and human protection.

Register below ⬇️
bit.ly/4sOKwkA

The GCSP is featured in Think Tanks to Watch 2026 by @onthinktanks!

Not a ranking nor a competition, but a peer-recognition initiative. Proud to be part of this global community & look forward to learning from the other organisations featured.

Explore: bit.ly/4iZ0VOX

In 1986, the Leadership in International Security Course welcomed its first participants. 10 years later, it was joined by the European Security Course & then the New Issues in Security Course (NISC). Our 3 Advanced Courses have trained 2,195 participants from 131 countries. ➡️🌍

Amb @ThGreminger recently had a visit from @marcjost, Member of the National Council of Switzerland for the Evangelical People's Party of Switzerland. They discussed how to cooperate in promoting peace & security & how to elevate the profile of the 3 Geneva Centres in Bern.