Invitation to the 59th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council
2025 – ADVOCACY TRAINING & HRC59 PARTICIPATION
Geneva, Switzerland | June 14–20, 2025
June 14-15, 2025, Leadership and Advocacy Training
June 16-20, 2025, Participation at the 59th Human Rights Council
HOW TO REGISTER
Deadline to apply is June 5th, 2025
Participation is self-funded
There is a symbolic fee of €50 to support logistics and training materials (payable at
registration in Geneva)
To register and receive full program updates, please scan the QR code and fill out the
application form.
Please Note:
This training and event have a limited number of seats available. Early registration is
strongly recommended. Once the capacity is reached, registration will be closed. We
appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
For inquiries regarding the Advocacy Training Program or WFWPI’s engagement at the
UN in Geneva, please contact:
Sandra Aboagye Brenyah, UN Representative, WFWPI UN Office – Geneva
Tel: +49 1575 3286007, Email: s.oseisandra@gmail.com
Ejona Icka, UN Coordinator, IAYSP Europe and Middle East
Phone: +383 (0) 49 756 004, Email: ejona.icka@ubt-uni.net
Dear Friends and Aspiring Advocates,
It is with great joy and sincere anticipation that I extend to you a heartfelt invitation to
join us in Geneva for a unique opportunity to engage with the global human rights
community at the 59th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, taking
place from June 16 to July 11, 2025, at the historic Palais des Nations.
But before we step into the UN halls, we’ve prepared something special for you:
Two days of dynamic, hands-on advocacy training (June 14–15), led by myself and a
team of dedicated UN professionals and NGO leaders.
We’ll explore how the UN really works, practice using the language of diplomacy, and
prepare together to make your voice heard at the highest level. It’s practical. It’s
empowering. And yes, it’s designed for young leaders, professionals and activists who
are stepping up to make a difference.
Whether you're a student of international relations, a young activist, or someone eager
to contribute to global issues, this is your invitation to experience the United Nations
from the inside.
We can’t wait to meet you in Geneva!
Warm regards,
Carolyn Handschin
Director, Office for UN Relations – Geneva
President, NGO Committee on the Status of Women – Geneva