Forward Fest 26

The world is on fire. Superpowers are throwing humanity aside for their own interests. Human rights are disappearing from the diplomatic dictionary, and international law is under enormous pressure.

Geopolitics on steroids. Solidarity on fire.

What role do NGOs, citizens and activists play in this world of abuse of power, self-interest and extremism? How can we, as champions of human rights and international solidarity, maximise our power? And how can we become the challengers of the system again, instead of the other way around?

At Forward Fest, we bring together fresh voices, unexpected ideas and sharp strategies — on multilateralism, creativity, political impact and much more. For those who want to move forward, against the tide. Forward: Against the Current.