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UNYA Gent

Youth & Student Branch of the United Nations Association Flanders Belgium Chapter Gent

VVN Youth Gent, de Gentse afdeling van de jongerenafdeling van de Vereniging voor de Verenigde Naties is een vereniging door en voor geëngageerde studenten. Via deze pagina zullen we jullie op de hoogte houden van onze activiteiten en het belangrijkste VN - nieuws. Missie

We houden ons bezig met internationale thema's die op de agenda van de VN staan, of volgens ons op de agenda van de VN zouden

moeten staan. Tevens proberen we het belang van internationale samenwerking te benadrukken in al onze activiteiten, de beginselen en principes van de VN zijn daarbij een belangrijke leidraad. Algemene informatie

Spreken de Verenigde Naties, de diplomatie en de internationale politiek je aan, en zou je graag actief meewerken binnen onze vereniging? Neem dan zeker ook een kijkje op de facebookpagina van VVN Youth of stuur een mailtje naar [email protected], of kijk eens op onze website onder het tabblad 'chapters' om meer te ontdekken over de werking in jouw studentenstad. Algemeen:
* https://www.facebook.com/vvnyouth
Chapters (local branches):
* Antwerpen (https://www.facebook.com/groups/285481871545907/)
* Brussel (https://www.facebook.com/groups/479865435370018/)
* Gent (https://www.facebook.com/groups/487707541249993/)
* Leuven (https://www.facebook.com/groups/322566767805926/)

24/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who was present at our Human Rights in Prison Lecture! This last lecture event closes off a successful semester for UNYA Ghent and we already look forward to the next one! ✨

15/04/2026

We’re thrilled to introduce the two speakers joining us on April 21st.

Sonja Snacken, Professor of Criminology, Penology and Sociology of Law at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel and former CPT expert, will explore the rights of detained persons through a European lens, examining the standards that exist on paper and what it takes to make them real.

Joyce Windey, legal officer at the CTRG (Central Supervisory Council for Prisons), will take us closer to home. She’ll discuss how human rights oversight actually works in Belgium and zoom in on Article 13 ECHR, the right to an effective remedy. This will include the right of detainees to bring complaints before a judicial body.

Together, they bridge theory and practice in a way that’s rare and genuinely valuable.

🗓️ Tuesday, April 21st, 19:30
📍 Auditorium F, Campus Aula
👉🏻 Register through the linktree in bio!

08/04/2026

🔒 What happens behind bars, and why it matters to all of us.

UNYA Ghent invites you to an evening lecture on human rights in prisons, one of the most pressing yet overlooked issues in Belgium today.

We’ll be exploring the national situation alongside the international and European framework, including landmark case law from the European Court of Human Rights and the findings of the Committee for the Prevention of Torture (CPT).

The lecture will take place on tuesday, april 21st in auditorium F, campus aula. We look forward to seeing you there!

24/03/2026

Is the world still united? 🌍

On April 1st, UNYA Ghent brings you “UN: Still United?”, a panel that dives into the future of global cooperation in times of rising tensions and uncertainty.

With insights from Dirk De Bièvre and John Vandaele, expect a sharp and thought-provoking discussion on the role, relevance and limits of the United Nations today.

🗓 1 April 2026
🕢 19:30
📍 Blandijn, Auditorium Jan Broeckx

🎟️Register via the link in our bio!

Join the panel. Ask questions. Challenge perspectives.

23/03/2026

Day 2 of UNYA Week brought us into the world of journalism and media 🎙️

We started the morning at MO* Magazine, where we got to know their story and mission: courageous, human and global journalism that makes a changing world understandable. What stayed with us was their thoughtful approach to finding a balance between in-depth, slow journalism and shorter formats, reaching new audiences without losing depth.

In the afternoon, we visited the editorial office of DPG Media, home to HLN and VTM News. War correspondent Robin Ramaekers gave us a candid look at what it means to report from the field, a fitting conversation for a week centred on human rights in conflict zones.

Big thanks to MO* Magazine and DPG Media for welcoming us, and to all participants for the great energy and sharp questions throughout the day.

20/03/2026

We are pleased to announce our upcoming lecture, “UN: Still United?” which is a thought-provoking panel discussion that dives into one of the most pressing questions of our time: how united is the United Nations today and what does the future of global cooperation look like?

In an era marked by geopolitical tensions, shifting alliances, and growing global challenges, this event brings together experts from diverse backgrounds to critically reflect on the role, relevance, and limitations of the UN. Expect a dynamic debate around key issues, including whether the UN is still capable of effective multilateral action and whether we may be expecting too much from it. The discussion will be interactive, with opportunities for the audience to engage directly with the speakers.

Practical information:
📅 Wednesday, 1 April 2026
🕰️ 19:30
📍Campus Boekentoren, Blandijn (Auditorium Jan Broeckx), Ghent University

The first confirmed speaker is Dirk De Bièvre, Professor of Political Science, International Relations and International Political Economy at the University of Antwerp, specializing in international trade and multilateral cooperation.

19/03/2026

Day 1 of UNYA Week took us to Brussels for a full day on European diplomacy 🇪🇺

We started the morning at the European External Action Service, where experts walked us through the EU’s diplomatic structure and its evolving priorities in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, with a particular focus on the EU–UN partnership at the heart of multilateral action.

In the afternoon, professor Sven Biscop of the Egmont Institute offered a candid assessment of the EU’s current strategic posture, its relationship with the Trump administration, and what meaningful policy reform could look like going forward.

A heartfelt thank you to the EEAS and the Egmont Institute for welcoming us and to everyone who joined, your curiosity and engagement made the day what it was.

09/03/2026

UNYA Week is coming! 🇪🇺

From March 16–18, join us for three exciting days filled with exclusive visits and opportunities to explore the world of politics and foreign affairs right in the heart of EU policymaking. It’s the perfect chance to engage, learn, and experience how international relations and European politics work up close.

⏳ Registrations close this Tuesday, so make sure to secure your spot through the link in our bio!

We can’t wait to see you there!

08/03/2026

UNYA Week – Day 3: Military Diplomacy ⚖️🕊️

On the third and final day of our UNYA Week, we’ll visit the FPS to learn more about armament and disarmament, and explore how diplomacy plays a role in global security.

📍 Meetup: 14:00
📌 Karmelietenstraat 15, 1000 Brussels

You can register for the individual days via the link in our bio.
⏳ Registrations close on Tuesday!

05/03/2026

UNYA organised the first lecture of this semester on “The Politics and Practice of Border Management: Control and Accountability at Europe’s Frontiers.”
We were honoured to welcome our incredible panelists:

Flor Didden – Policy Officer Migration at 11.11.11

Jean-Louis De Brouwer – Director of the European Affairs Programme at the Egmont Institute

Baptiste Amieux – Global Thematic Specialist to the EU on Immigration and Border Governance at IOM

Together, we discussed the EU’s evolving migration policies, examined its moral and legal responsibilities towards asylum seekers, and critically discussed the controversial role of Frontex in illegal pushbacks. From historical perspectives to current challenges, the conversation highlighted the urgent need for accountability, justice, and human rights at Europe’s borders.

02/03/2026

❗TONIGHT at 7:30PM❗
PANEL DISCUSSION: The Politics and Practice of Border Management

From headlines about ICE raids in US cities to Europe’s own debates on deportations, surveillance and enforcement powers, border control is back at the centre of politics.
But what should border management look like when security meets the rule of law and when accountability is more than a buzzword?
Join UNYA Ghent for a panel discussion:
“The Politics and Practice of Border Management: control and accountability at Europe’s frontiers.”
We’ll unpack the trade-offs, the legal safeguards and what 'responsibility' means in practice (plus time for Q&A).

Speakers:
- Flor Didden
- Jean-Louis De Brouwer
- Baptiste Amieux

🗓️ Monday 2 March at 7:30PM
📍 Auditorium D, Technicum

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