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Understanding migration choices in times of change: Discussing findings from the PACES project
Drawing on findings from the PACES project, this event examined how social policies, transformations and experiences influence migration decisions
- Wednesday 11 Mar 2026
- General
Fostering more equitable, resilient and sustainable and urban transitions
Urban Transitions in Africa focuses on innovations offering alternative development approaches to cities in Africa
- Tuesday 10 Mar 2026
- Publication
ISS and EUR researchers help shape global summit on land governance
They played a key role in this global assembly, which was held recently in the Colombian city of Cartagena.
- Monday 9 Mar 2026
- General

Valedictory lecture Professor Wendy Harcourt
During her valedictory lecture, Wendy Harcourt will take us through her teaching journey by asking ‘what does it mean to care when teaching?’
- Monday 16 Mar 2026, 16:00 - 17:00
- Valedictory lecture
Master Open Day
Visit the Master Open Day at Erasmus University Rotterdam on Saturday 21 March 2026 and find the programme that suits you!
- Saturday 21 Mar 2026, 10:00 - 16:00
- Open day
PhD defence by Hao Zhang
Hao Zhang will defend her thesis investigating how Chinese NGOs engage in policy advocacy to influence climate and environmental policymaking
- Tuesday 24 Mar 2026, 15:00 - 17:00
- PhD defence