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Green transition, indigenous people's price

Date and time: 7 Oct, 18:00 - 18:45

The climate crisis is driving governments and businesses to rapidly transition to green. Wind farms, rare earth mines and large infrastructure projects are springing up in many parts of the world. These investments are essential to the transition to renewable energy, but they are often taking place on lands where indigenous people live, hunt, fish and keep animals. This means that indigenous people […]

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October 1, 2025, Events, Calendar

For members: CV workshop

Date and time: 19 Sep, 12:00 - 13:00

Are you currently struggling with your application to FUF's internship program? Or do you simply want to improve your chances of landing your dream internship or dream job – in Sweden or internationally? Then this workshop is for you! FUF and the Swedish Association of Academics SSR invite FUF members to an inspiring and practical CV workshop with Johanna Finndin and […]

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September 9, 2025, Events, FUF news, Calendar, Career

Info meeting: Get involved with FUF in the fall of 2025!

Date and time: 4 Sep, 17:30 - 19:00

Are you a student, professional or retired, interested in global issues and want to meet like-minded people? Then you might also be curious about a commitment with FUF!

On Thursday, September 4th at 17.30:XNUMX pm, you are warmly welcome to an information meeting about the work of the Association for Development Issues and the opportunities available to get involved with us for a just and sustainable world. 

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June 10, 2025, Events, Calendar

Last day to nominate for the FUF Award 2025

Date and time: 1 Sep, 08:00 - 23:59

🧩 What do peacemaker Hannah Tsadik, climate scientist Johan Rockström, drone queen Helena Samsioe and human rights activist Thomas Hammarberg have in common? Well, they have all been awarded the FUF Prize! Who do you think should receive the 2025 prize? Read more and send us your nomination!

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August 19, 2025, Events, Calendar

Debate more for a fair & sustainable world – how to write an engaging debate article

Date and time: June 11, 11:30 - 12:45

Do you think that politicians and the public have completely misunderstood how we solve the problems of climate change, injustice, unemployment or crime? Do you have opinions and ideas, or are you sitting on solutions? Then you are welcome to a crash course in how to sharpen both your arguments and your pen together with FUF and the PR agency Westander. Register HERE. Want […]

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May 16, 2025, Events, FUF news, Calendar, Educational activity

Summer mingle with FUF!

Date and time: June 10, 17:30 - 19:00

Summer is approaching – and we’re celebrating it together! Welcome to FUF’s summer mingle on Monday, June 10. Come by after work or study, sit down on the grass and hang out with others who are interested in global development issues. It will be a relaxed opportunity to meet, talk and make new contacts – whether you […]

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May 27, 2025, Events, Calendar

Leveraging AI in Swedish Development Cooperation

Date and time: 15 May, 13:30 - 16:00

Since the introduction of AI chat tools, the power of artificial intelligence
has become widely recognized. To harness the potential of this technology
revolution, we see the need to integrate AI into our daily global development
work, while simultaneously addressing ethical and moral concerns.

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May 9, 2025, Events, Calendar

Humanitarian Horizons

Date and time: 15 May, 09:00 - 10:00

The needs are increasing – but the resources are not enough. More and more people around the world are affected by wars and disasters and in need of humanitarian aid. At the same time, international funding for the work of humanitarian organizations is decreasing, which makes the situation even more pressing. How does the declining support for a rules-based world order affect humanitarian aid and development assistance? Is […]

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April 10, 2025, Events, Calendar, Webcast

Preparing for peace

Date and time: 13 May, 18:00 - 19:00

Swedish security policy underwent a paradigm shift when Sweden joined NATO, thereby ending its military non-alignment. This occurred in connection with a global escalation of violence and conflict, and Sweden is now increasing its defense spending while support for the peace movement in Sweden is decreasing. What does it mean to work for peace in a time when security […]

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April 30, 2025, Events, Calendar

Free and Fair Elections – Global Trends and Sweden's Role

Date and time: 12 May, 17:30 - 19:00

Democracy requires free and fair elections. The way elections are conducted and monitored is therefore crucial. In recent decades, the interplay between technological and political developments has significantly changed the conditions for free democratic elections. This has brought both threats and opportunities. New methods of elections bring increased convenience but at the same time make elections more difficult to monitor. The Internet […]

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April 25, 2025, Events, Calendar

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