• Valentine’s Sittning 💌 (Sign-up until 27/01)

    Göteborgs Nation Ö:a Mårtensgatan 15, Lund, Sweden

    Join us for the annual UPF Valentine’s Sittning! This gathering will be held at the Göteborg Nation, a romantic haven of red and pink. 🌹🍷✨ Start the night with a welcome drink, indulge in a three-course dinner, and let the festivities continue with an afterparty! 🎶💃 💕 Get ready for an evening filled with laughter, […]

  • The Rise and Fall of Hezbollah

    Eden 236 Allhelgona kyrkogata 14, Lund, Sweden

    📖 The current geopolitical landscape in the Middle East is constantly evolving, especially with the ongoing role of groups like Hezbollah. Are you interested in understanding how their history and actions have shaped Lebanon and the broader Middle East region? 🌍 This lecture will examine Hezbollah’s history and its impact on Lebanon and the region […]

  • (SWE) The Diplomatic Profession

    Välkommen till ett spännande och lärorikt föredrag om diplomatyrket – då, nu och i framtiden! 🌍 Vad innebär det egentligen att vara diplomat? Hur har yrket utvecklats genom åren, och vad krävs för att arbeta inom utrikesförvaltningen idag? Kom och lyssna på Jenny Lennung Malmqvist, kansliråd på Personalavdelningen vid Utrikesdepartementet, som delar med sig av […]

  • Syria after the Assads

    Eden Auditorium - Eden Hörsal Allhelgona kyrkogata 14, Lund, Sweden

    📖 Since 1971, Hafez al-Assad and later his son, Bashar al-Assad, have held a tight grip on power in Syria. The 2011 uprising, which began as peaceful protests, quickly escalated into a devastating civil war, drawing in global and regional actors. After decades of Assad family rule marked by authoritarian governance, the fallout of Assad […]

  • 🌸✨Flower Power Sittning✨🌼

    Östgöta Nation Adelgatan 4, Lund, Sweden

    Get ready to groove at Östgöta Nation on March 6th! 🕺💃 Throw on your best floral fits, channel your inner hippie, and let’s spread peace, love, and good vibes all night long. 🌿✌️ Enjoy an evening filled with delicious food, lively songs, and unforgettable memories as we celebrate in true 60s and 70s style. Don’t […]

  • Women’s Grassroots Movements in Brazil

    Eden 129 Allhelgona kyrkogata 14, Lund, Sweden

    📖 Join us for a lecture exploring Brazilian women’s grassroots movements from a decolonial perspective, highlighting their resistance to colonial and geopolitical power structures. This lecture will explore how these movements address social injustices and advocate for transformative change, emphasizing local agency, intersectionality, and bottom-up activism in the fight for gender equality and human rights […]

  • Career Talk: Human Rights, Biodiversity and Climate Change

    Eden 222A Allhelgona kyrkogata 14, Lund, Sweden

    Join us for an engaging career talk with Dr. Claudia Ituarte-Lima, a global expert in human rights and environmental law!🤩 In this career talk, Dr. Ituarte-Lima will share insights into navigating an international career in environmental law, the challenges of working at the intersection of legal research and policymaking, and the impact of her work […]

  • Chinese Media Consumption: From Censorship to Influencers

    Eden Auditorium - Eden Hörsal Allhelgona kyrkogata 14, Lund, Sweden

    📖 Join us for this upcoming lecture examining the evolving state of freedom of expression in China, exploring censorship, digital surveillance, and state influence over media. This lecture will analyze the impact of government policies on independent journalism, online discourse, and the global information landscape, highlighting challenges faced by journalists, activists, and civil society 🌏🇨🇳 […]

  • Panel Discussion – Women’s Rights in South Asia

    Eden Auditorium - Eden Hörsal Allhelgona kyrkogata 14, Lund, Sweden

    📢 Join us for a panel discussion on the current state of women's political rights in South Asia. Experts will examine legal and political rights, socioeconomic challenges, and gender-based violence across the region, featuring insights from scholars and researchers representing India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Afghanistan 🌏 The panel includes Nitasha Kaul, a professor […]

  • Career Talk – Sustainable Maritime Careers: Mentorship, Innovation & Startups

    Eden 230 Allhelgona kyrkogata 14, Lund, Sweden

    Join us for a career talk with Sofia and Conor Fürstenberg Stott, experts in maritime sustainability, innovation, and mentorship. Sofia Fürstenberg Stott has worked with DNVGL and Maersk, holds an MSc in Chemical Engineering from Lund University, and an MBA in Shipping & Logistics. Conor Fürstenberg Stott has 25+ years in maritime and offshore sectors, […]

  • Decreasing Aid in a World with Increasing Needs

    Gamla Köket 128 Allhelgona kyrkogata 8, Lund, Sweden

    📖 The decline in global education aid, driven by shifts in U.S. and European funding priorities, threatens progress in education worldwide. Join us for this lecture exploring the consequences of reduced aid and the urgent need for renewed commitments to global learning initiatives 🗣️ http://upflund.se/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/hogan.jpg About the lecturer Christine Hogan, Vice Chair of the Global […]

  • The Arab Democratic Revolutions Have Just Begun

    📖 Interested in democracy in the MENA region? Join us for a lecture with the former President of Tunisia, Dr. Mohamed Moncef Marzouki, on April 17th! Amid the decline of democratic ideals and the resurgence of authoritarianism in the Arab world, Dr. Marzouki explores whether democracy still holds relevance. Reflecting on the Arab Spring’s legacy, […]