Our Events

Development Policy Forum events are structured as dialogues on principle. We employ three different formats. For individual focal topics, such as the post-2015 discussion, we organize event series over extended periods of time – with different formats, methods and target groups. These series are complemented as needed by online forums and virtual consultations we design and administer, creating a framework to prepare the ground for our events and help us follow-up as well.
The different formats, methods and target groups are always carefully selected to strengthen dialogue across all events and are based on the respective objectives we work with the client to define.

Events 2016

“We can’t just leave solutions to the politicians“

Conference on Religion’s Contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

International Policy Workshop “Government and the Law”

On November 12 and 13, 2015, an expert conference was held in the GIZ Berlin offices.

Stability through Employment

The conference on creating jobs in the MENA region also addressed the current refugee crisis.

Action for Fair Production

“The G7 is taking action – it is moving forward. We are supporting production countries in implementing decent working conditions.”

The BMZ’s New Asia Policy

On June 17, 2015, Federal Development Minister Dr Gerd Müller presented the BMZ’s new Asia policy.

“We can only continue to live well if others can live well too.”

The German government's dialogue with citizens series explored the refugee crisis and sustainable consumption.

Covering Climate Risks

Reducing risks, safeguarding losses, increasing resilience – the role of climate insurance in climate change adaption.

Expert Dialogue “The Future of Girls' Rights”

“Education is the key driving force.”

“Bridging the Digital Divide”

African and German experts met in Berlin to exchange ideas on issues surrounding the digitalisation of Africa.

One World, No Hunger is possible!

Realising the human right to food by 2030.

Promoting Decent Work Worldwide

Nobel Peace Prize winner Kailash Satyarthi spoke at the conference “Promoting Decent Work Worldwide through Sustainable Supply Chains” hosted by BMZ and BMAS.