About the opportunity
The 39th ACUNS Annual Meeting, held at Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, explores the capacity of the UN system to facilitate multilateral cooperation amidst global crises, including armed conflicts, humanitarian emergencies, and climate change. Building on the 2024 Summit of the Future and the UN80 Initiative, the meeting assesses the tension between power and norms, and the implementation of the Pact for the Future. The programme includes academic panels, the 2026 ACUNS Lecture in Honor of Kofi Annan, and the 2026 ACUNS Lecture in Honor of John Holmes. It serves as a forum for scholars, practitioners, and students to engage in dialogue on international organization studies and global governance innovation.
Funding and benefits
- Access to academic panels and keynote lectures on global governance
- Networking opportunities with scholars and practitioners in the UN system
- Affordable on-campus dorm accommodation options at NOVA University Lisbon
- Opportunities for students and members to request travel support
Who can apply?
- Scholars, practitioners, students, and individuals active in the work and study of the UN system
- Participants interested in multilateralism, international law, and global governance
Required documents
- Passport (for fiscal ID number on accommodation forms)
When to apply
- Annual Meeting registration: Officially closed
- On-campus accommodation application deadline: Monday, 25 May 2026
How to apply
- Registration for the Annual Meeting was required via the official website (now closed)
- Accommodation applications were submitted through the NOVA University portal by the specified deadline
- Applicants for accommodation were required to indicate 'ACUNS' as the code in the comments section
Additional information
- The event took place from Wednesday, 1 July to Friday, 3 July 2026
- The meeting was held in a hybrid format
- Accommodation costs ranged from €81 to €129 depending on room type
- Visa request form submissions are closed
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Scholars and practitioners deeply involved in the study or practice of the UN system.
- Individuals interested in networking with global governance experts and attending high-level academic panels.
- Students or members who are able to manage their own travel and registration costs.
What should you think carefully about?
- The event is self-funded, meaning participants must cover their own registration, travel, and accommodation.
- Registration for the 2026 meeting is closed, so interested parties should monitor for future cycles.
- The meeting format may vary, so participants should be prepared for potential hybrid or in-person requirements.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
Attending this meeting is a strategic move for those aiming to influence or understand the future of multilateralism. It provides a unique venue to engage with the latest research on UN reform and the Pact for the Future, helping to build professional connections in the field of international relations.
Our take
Professionals and academics focused on global governance should keep this event on their radar for future years. Those seeking financial support for attendance will likely find this event challenging due to its self-funded nature.
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