10/02/2026
Day 4:
#🕊️ Girls are not only affected by conflict — they are leading peace.
Our All-Stars Panel explored the powerful role girls and young women play as peacebuilders, negotiators, and advocates for change. The discussion highlighted how dialogue, coalition-building, and strategic advocacy can transform communities and influence decision-making at every level.
A sincere thank you to our incredible speakers:
Sultana Tafadar KC — Executive Director, Girls Human Rights Hub
Isabelle Terrillon-Elezovic — Full-time seconded representative at Unite the Union and employed at the Bank of England
Kelly Stricklin-Coutinho — Barrister and mediator at 39 Essex Chambers
Susanne Schuler — Global Director of Development, CEDR
Moderated by:
Ilvana Dedja — Director of Operations, Girls Human Rights Hub
This session reminded us that peacebuilding is not just diplomacy — it is about inclusion, listening, and ensuring girls have a seat at the table where decisions are made.
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🔹 NEGOTIATION MASTERCLASS
High-Stakes Negotiation & Leadership
🎯 When every word matters, leadership matters even more.
Our Negotiation Masterclass delivered a truly unique learning experience, drawing from real-world, high-pressure negotiation scenarios.
A huge thank you to:
Katey Martin — Former Head of UK Counter Terrorism Negotiation Training, Former UK Lead for Counter Terrorism Negotiation in Europe, Director at DARE, Senior Consultant at SJ Group International, and inspirational keynote speaker.
Katey shared powerful lessons on communication, resilience, and decision-making under pressure. Participants gained practical insights into how negotiation skills can be applied not only in crisis situations, but also in advocacy, leadership, and human rights work.
An unforgettable session that left attendees feeling empowered and better equipped to lead in challenging situations.
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