Events

The Institute for International Peace and Security Law regularly organizes academic lectures, conferences and discussion formats on current issues of international law, in particular peacekeeping law. The events provide a forum for exchange between academics, practitioners and the public and address central challenges of the international legal order.

A highlight of the event program is the annual Hans Kelsen Memorial Lecture on International Peace and Security Law. With this lecture series, the Institute honors the important legal theorist and international law expert Hans Kelsen, who taught at the University of Cologne before he was expelled by the National Socialists in 1933. On this occasion, the Institute invites an internationally renowned personality from academia or practice to speak on current issues of international law every year.

In addition, the Institute organizes or supports numerous other events - including guest lectures, workshops, book presentations and academic symposia. These formats enable the discussion and dissemination of current research issues, promote international exchange and contribute to shedding light on current developments in international law from different perspectives.

Here you will find information on upcoming events as well as reviews of lectures and conferences already held by the Institute.