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Geneva Peace Forum: Continuing the Legacy of Geneva Peace Week

  • May 8, 2026 14:35

Geneva Peace Forum: Continuing the Legacy of Geneva Peace Week

For more than a decade, Geneva Peace Week has brought together peacebuilders, practitioners, policymakers, researchers, artists, youth, from around the world to exchange ideas and foster collaboration. Today, we are proud to begin a new chapter in this journey with a new name: Geneva Peace Forum.

This transition would not have been possible without the support, trust, and vision of the many individuals and institutions who have accompanied us throughout this journey. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our Board, Consortium members, International Advisory Council, partner organizations, donors, speakers, artists, volunteers, and the wider peacebuilding community whose engagement continues to shape each new edition. 

As part of this new chapter, Geneva Peace Forum is also introducing a renewed visual identity. We would like to express our appreciation to Boris Baruchet for his creativity and collaboration in developing this new visual identity.

Geneva Peace Forum represents an ongoing journey, opening new possibilities to deepen collaboration, expand engagement, and further strengthen Geneva’s role as a global hub for peace dialogue and action.

 FAQ

1. What is the Geneva Peace Forum?
The Geneva Peace Forum is the evolution of the Geneva Peace Week (GPW), a major annual event dedicated to peacebuilding. It is designed as a permanent platform for strategic dialogue, bringing together policymakers, practitioners, researchers, and civil society to address global peace challenges.

2. Why is the Geneva Peace Week transitioning to a Forum?
The transition reflects a strategic repositioning. While GPW was a successful event, the Forum aims to:

  • Strengthen political and strategic dialogue
  • Enhance coherence and thematic focus
  • Increase visibility and influence within multilateral diplomacy
     

3. When and where will the first Geneva Peace Forum take place?
The first edition of the Geneva Peace Forum will be held from 12 to 15 October 2026 at the Centre international de conférences de Genève (CICG).

4. Why is the Forum moving to the CICG?
The CICG offers:

  • Greater capacity for large-scale international events
  • Improved accessibility
  • Professional conference infrastructure
  • Strong symbolic positioning within Geneva’s multilateral ecosystem

This move supports the Forum’s ambition to grow in scale, visibility, and political relevance.

5. What will the structure of the Forum look like?
The Forum will take place over four days, combining:

  • Opening strategic discussions
  • Knowledge sharing
  • Interactive learning formats
  • Public engagement activities
     

6. What themes will the Forum address in 2026?
The Forum will focus on key peacebuilding themes, including:

  • Conflict prevention and peacebuilding
  • Inclusive governance and political processes
  • Social cohesion, justice, and human rights
  • Climate, environment, and resource governance
  • Economic resilience and peace dividends
  • Global cooperation, technology, and future risks

7. Will the Forum remain inclusive and open to diverse actors?
Yes. The Forum will preserve the inclusive spirit of GPW by maintaining an open call for proposals, allowing organizations from Geneva and around the world to contribute to the program.

8. How many events will be selected from the call for applications? 
A total of 32 events will be selected for the final two days, including:

  • 16 panels
  • 8 in-person workshops
  • 4 virtual workshops
  • 4 documentary screenings
     

9. Who organizes the Geneva Peace Forum?
The Forum is led by the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform (GPP) in collaboration with a consortium of key institutions, including international organizations, foundations, and academic partners involved in peacebuilding.

10. What role does the Forum play in the international context?
The Forum aims to:

  • Position Geneva as a leading hub for peace and multilateralism
  • Bridge policy, practice, and research
  • Provide a platform for coordinated and strategic responses to global challenges

It responds to growing geopolitical tensions and fragmentation by fostering collective dialogue and action.

11. Will there be cultural or artistic components?
Yes. The Forum will include a cultural and artistic program to complement policy discussions. These elements aim to engage broader audiences and bring a human dimension to peacebuilding.

12. How does the Forum differ from other international forums?
The Geneva Peace Forum is unique in that it:

  • Combines high-level policy dialogue with grassroots perspectives
  • Bridges multiple sectors (policy, academia, field practice)
  • Maintains an inclusive and participatory approach
  • Anchors itself within Geneva’s multilateral ecosystem


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