Institute for Global Negotiation

🌊 Dive into the Future of Diplomacy at the Global Negotiation Conference 2025! 🌍 We’re excited to announce the theme for the Global Negotiation Conference (GNC) 2025: 𝗗𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗦𝗲𝗮 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴! From 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟳-𝟭𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, participants from around the globe will gather in Zürich, Switzerland, to tackle one of today’s most pressing challenges. With international negotiations on deep-sea mining underway, we’ll explore the complexities of balancing state interests, business priorities, civil society concerns, and environmental sustainability. 💡 Here’s what you can look forward to: 🔹 Workshops and Lectures: Learn from experts in politics, law, science, and business 🔹 Negotiation & Mediation Training: Practical, hands-on skills development 🔹 Cultural Exchange: Sharpen your intercultural skills in a diverse, international environment 🔹 Exclusive Insights: Discover Switzerland’s unique role in shaping international policy 🔹 Simulation: A full-day multilateral negotiation exercise on deep-sea mining The GNC is more than a simple conference—it’s a platform to gain essential negotiation skills, build a global network, and shape solutions for our shared future. 📅 Registrations open soon—don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative experience and sign up for the GNC newsletter: https://lnkd.in/eCntXEsa 🎓 The conference is organized by the GNC Project Team: Lucas Steinbach & Asier Hernández Juez 🎥 Huge thanks to the participants from the GNC 2023: Ruxandra Popescu, Alberto Vaccari, Mila Grönros, Ishan Kaur Khalsa, Aram Omar, Karoline Möller, Kevin B. Ketchmen 🌐 Learn more and stay updated: https://lnkd.in/gDpugFr8 Are you ready to navigate the depths of diplomacy and help create sustainable solutions for our oceans? We can’t wait to see you in Zürich! 🌏 Christian S. Trenk, Patrick Wall, Vera Hauser #GlobalNegotiationConference #GNC2025 #DeepSeaMining #Diplomacy #NegotiationSkills #Sustainability #Zurich2025

🌱 The IGN Team continues to grow! We are delighted to announce Ruxandra Popescu as IGN Membership Officer. 🫱🏼🫲🏾 In her role, Ruxandra organises the our Members’ Series events and is in charge of all affairs relating to IGN #Membership. We couldn’t wish for a better person to act as a link between the IGN and its members! 🌍 Ruxandra works in public administration in Brussels and holds an MSc in Political Science and #International Relations from the University of Amsterdam. Her interest in negotiation is rooted in her passion for international development and #Cooperation, particularly in how #Negotiation strategies can strengthen global partnerships and address complex challenges in the international arena. Welcome to the IGN Team, Ruxandra! #GlobalNegotiation Jack Williams, Christian S. Trenk, Patrick Wall, Vera Hauser Learn more about the Institute and how to become a member: www.global-negotiation.org Subscribe to our Newsletter to stay updated on all our projects: bit.ly/ign-new

On Human Rights Day, we are reminded of the fundamental rights that every individual is entitled to, including the right to mental health.🌍🧠 As declared by the World Health Organization mental health is not just an aspect of well-being, it is a human right.  In high-stakes environments—whether in negotiations, conflict resolution, or decision-making—mental health often plays a crucial yet underacknowledged role. The ability to think clearly, manage stress, and maintain well-being can make all the difference in reaching successful outcomes.🤝 Our e-conference on "𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵: 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀" will explore these topics in depth. Taking place 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟴 – 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, this conference will bring together experts to discuss how to cultivate mental health and resilience for more effective negotiations, even in the most challenging circumstances. 🌱 Let’s continue to shine a light on mental health as a human right, especially in the contexts that shape our world today.✨ Join us as we discuss this critical intersection between mental health and negotiation: https://lnkd.in/dHpFZ39P 📅Dates: 28 February – 1 March 2025 📍Place: Online (Zoom) Subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated and ensure you don’t miss the registration period: bit.ly/ign-new #HumanRightsDay #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAsAHumanRight #eConference #Negotiation #IGN Christian S. Trenk, Vera Hauser, Patrick Wall

🌍 Wondering which chapter of the #JournalforGlobalNegotiation to read first? 📘 Jack Williams, President of the Institute for Global Negotiation and member of the Board of Editors, recommends his top pick from the first edition: 🤝 The Practitioner’s Interview with Amb. Yvette Stevens Yvette Stevens, Executive in Residence at the Geneva Center for Security Policy and Former Ambassador of Sierra Leone to the UN in Geneva, shares her invaluable experiences and provides a rare glimpse into the dynamics of diplomatic negotiation. Why read it? This interview provides valuable perspectives on multilateral #negotiations, highlighting the unique challenges faced by small states and her contributions to shaping global humanitarian and trade policies. Her insights are essential for anyone interested in international diplomacy and negotiation practices. 📖 Haven’t read the interview yet? Explore it here: https://lnkd.in/dRzvs5jv 💬 We want to hear from you! Do you recommend another article from the journal? Share your thoughts and feedback in the comments—we value your insights! ✍️ Interested in contributing to the next edition? Stay informed about publishing opportunities by subscribing to our newsletter: bit.ly/ign-new Christian S. Trenk, Vera Hauser, Patrick Wall #Diplomacy #GlobalNegotiation #IGN #InternationalRelations

🌍 Are you an academic or university administrator in International Relations, Global Affairs, or International Law? Let's meet! Expand your network and explore collaboration with the Institute for Global Negotiation on one of two upcoming #online events: 📅 27 November at 7 p.m. CET 📅 28 November at 10 a.m. CET 🔗 Sign up today: https://buff.ly/4hNFqiq #GlobalNegotiation #Academia #Partnerships #International #Relations #InternationalLaw #GlobalAffairs #Negotiation Christian S. Trenk Vera Hauser 🤔 PS: Did you know we just launched the peer-reviewed Journal for Global Negotiation? Read the full first edition of the Journal here: https://lnkd.in/dRzvs5jv

🎉 Publishing Alert! The first-ever volume of the Journal for Global Negotiation is fresh off the virtual printing press. You are passionate about conflict resolution, diplomacy and collaborative problem solving? Then our peer-reviewed #Journal is a must-read. Each article connects the dots between #Negotiation theory and real-life challenges, tackling global issues that resonate not only with practitioners and scholars, but with anyone curious about the art of negotiation. 🌏 👉 Access the Journal and start reading today: https://lnkd.in/dRzvs5jv 📌 #Practitioner Interview Ambassador Yvette Stevens shares insights on #Multilateral negotiations and the challenges for small states, and her role in shaping global humanitarian and #Trade policies. 📌 Negotiation #Analyses Sophia Dykmann unpacks the debate around #Wind power expansion in Germany through looking at local conflicts, innovative frameworks, and diverse perspectives. Marwan Taher looks at high-stakes #Humanitarian negotiations: he highlights weaknesses in current policy frameworks for initial dealings with #Armed counterparts and outlines practical steps for improvement. 📌 Negotiation #Reflections  Jack Williams explores #Key concepts in negotiation and reflects on the founding years of the IGN Global Negotiation #Conference, concluding with actionable negotiation #Principles. Jonathan (J.T.) Simms writes on how negotiation skills to overcome deadlocks in conflict zones like #SouthSudan apply to seemingly unrelated situations like #Corporate negotiations. Elizabeth McClintock and Oliver Konradt take a nuanced look at engaging exclusively with one #Conflict party, analysing benefits as well as ethical and practical challenges. 📌 Ten Years On: Read about our Institute’s founding, growth, and its contributions to the field of global negotiation written by Jerome Bellion-Jourdan. 👏 We’re incredibly proud of everyone who contributed to this inaugural edition: Thank you to all #authors for sharing their important work with a global audience. We are grateful to University of Zurich HBZ Open Publishing Environment for their invaluable support: https://www.hope.uzh.ch/ A special thanks goes to our Board of Editors Elayne Whyte, Jack Williams, Jean-Jacques Subrenat, Monique Carels, Primitivo III Ragandang and Stefanie Walter. Your expertise has enriched this Journal. We thank Project Coordinator Frederik Nuehnen and the Project Team Julia Gubler, Filippo Martini and Francesco Cruz Torres for their hard work and long hours. (Journal Design: Cover and Logo – Moritz Scherrenbacher, Graphic Support – Studio Kickdown. ) The IGN Management Team: Christian S. Trenk, Vera Hauser and Patrick Wall. #GlobalNegotiation #Diplomacy #ConflictResolution #JournalForGlobalNegotiation Find more information on the Journal for Global Negotiation project website: https://lnkd.in/dRzvs5jv

📣🌍 The countdown is on! We are excited to announce that the Journal for Global Negotiation officially launches on November 20th! This journal will inspire fresh approaches and informed dialogue and is set to become an essential resource for anyone passionate about using #negotiation as a tool to address some of the world’s most pressing issues. Gain insights from academics and practitioners and join the conversation on how we can create a more connected and equitable world through effective negotiation. 🗓️ Mark your calendars! Together, let’s explore innovative approaches to negotiation and their impact on global relations. 📖 Learn more about the journal and its vision here: https://lnkd.in/dRzvs5jv 🔗 Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive updates: bit.ly/ign-new #JournalLaunch #NegotiationInsights #InstituteForGlobalNegotiation #NegotiationAnalysis Patrick Wall, Christian S. Trenk, Vera Hauser

🧠 Are you protecting your Mental Health as a #Negotiator? We are pleased to announce the topic of our 2025 e-Conference:   “Negotiating with Strength: Mental Health and Resilience in High-Stakes Environments”   🌱 Mental well-being is increasingly recognized as fundamental to both personal health and #effective professional practice. The 2025 IGN e-Conference will touch on various aspects surrounding the mental health of negotiators and their #Resilience in demanding environments and situations.    📅Dates: 28 February – 1 March 2025, 📍Place: Online (Zoom)   Save the date and stay tuned for more (including the registration start date)! Subscribe to our newsletter: bit.ly/ign-new We are also excited to introduce this year’s fantastic e-Conference Team, which is already working with full focus to deliver outstanding conference sessions for all participants: Karoline Möller, Sarah Shalash, Maximiliano Schilling, Vinicius Teixeira Carcavallo, Baniz Wasman. Read more about the IGN e-Conference and other endeavours on our website: https://lnkd.in/dHpFZ39P The individual e-Conference sessions will be announced as we get closer to registrations.   #MentalHealth #Negotiation #GlobalNegotiation Jack Williams, Patrick Wall, Christian S. Trenk, Vera Hauser

🌍 Calling All Young Climate Activists! 🌍 Are you passionate about solving #Climate issues? Do you have a vision or project that to addresses your local climate challenges? Then 𝘕𝘦𝘨𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘈𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 is for you. Apply as a #Mentee today! This project, run by one of our project teams at the @Institute for Global Negotiation (IGN), is designed to support 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 #𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀. Through professional training sessions and one-on-one #Mentoring, this program will give you the tools, knowledge, and network you need to tackle climate issues in your region. 💡 What’s the Project? Our 𝟭𝟮-𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 matches young entrepreneurs (18-35) from Madagascar, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Zambia, Kenya, Congo, Benin, Rwanda, Iraq and Malawi who are passionate about climate solutions with experienced professionals. The program helps participants 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 in their local communities. Key climate issues – among others – are:  • Renewable energy • Sustainable agriculture • Water and waste management 👩💼 What’s In It for You? • World-class training in climate change mitigation, project design, and entrepreneurship. • Mentorship from leading #Practitioners who have successfully implemented climate projects in your region. • Access to an international network of climate professionals. • Individual support throughout the year to help refine your project and improve your #Negotiation skills. 📅 Apply Now: https://lnkd.in/e2G9UAEw Contact Randall Waechter for Questions: [email protected] Applications close on October 31 and are reviewed on a rolling basis. Join us in making a difference. 🌱 🤝 Participation is at no cost for mentees. This would not be possible without generous support from Clima Now and the Isaac Dreyfus-Bernheim Foundation. #ClimateAction #YouthEntrepreneurs #Sustainability #MENA #Africa #GlobalNegotiation Project Team: Jack Williams, Nele Erdmann, Patrick Wall Discover our other projects: https://lnkd.in/g__kwMH8 IGN Newsletter: https://bit.ly/ign-new  Christian S. Trenk, Vera Hauser 👉 Share this opportunity with a friend!

🎓 Capstone Project Workshop at the University of Zurich (UZH)! 🎓 How do trust, reciprocity, and strategy shape negotiation dynamics❓ As part of a one-year Capstone Project with the Department for Political Science at the University of Zurich, 15 students from various disciplines participated in a 2-day workshop last week, led by IGN President Dr. Jack Williams, Professor Stefanie Walter (Chair of International Relations and Political Economy at UZH), and IGN Management Team Member Patrick Wall. Key topics included:  🤝 Building trust and the power of reciprocity in negotiations 📝 Distributive vs. integrative negotiation approaches  💡 Crafting strategies for preparation, conduct, and closure  🌍 Multilateral simulations and the role of the Chair  🎯 Analysing party interests to secure integrative outcomes  🔎 Applying negotiation theory to local, national, and international cases You are interested in custom simulations? Contact us at [email protected] 💬 #Workshop #Negotiation #UZH #Leadership #PoliticalScience Christian S. Trenk, Vera Hauser