13th Global Dialogue Platform on Anticipatory Humanitarian Action
Dates: December 2–4, 2025
Format: Hybrid
In-person: Berlin (by invitation only, limited capacity)
Online: Open to all
About the Event
The Global Dialogue Platform on Anticipatory Humanitarian Action will hold its 13th annual gathering from December 2–4, 2025. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the event, offering a hybrid format that combines in-person participation in Berlin with virtual access for a broader audience. The platform provides an opportunity for stakeholders in the humanitarian field to exchange ideas, share practices, and discuss lessons learned to advance anticipatory action within the humanitarian system.
Key Features
Interactive Discussions: Sessions will explore practices and strategies to improve the anticipation of humanitarian needs, focusing on a shift from reactive to proactive approaches.
Knowledge Sharing: Participants will engage in exchanging insights, methodologies, and examples of successful anticipatory action.
Networking Opportunities: The event offers space for collaboration among professionals, organizations, and policymakers in the humanitarian sector.
Organizers
The event is hosted by the Anticipation Hub, a collaboration between:
German Red Cross
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre
It is organized in partnership with:
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
World Food Programme (WFP)
Start Network
Welthungerhilfe
United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)
The platform is supported by the German Federal Foreign Office.
Participation Details
Berlin: Participation is by invitation only due to venue capacity limits.
Online: Open to all, offering access to sessions and discussions virtually.
Interested individuals can express their interest and receive updates on registration and session proposals through the interest form.
Background
Since its inception in 2015, the Global Dialogue Platform has served as a forum for professionals and organizations focused on anticipatory humanitarian action. The event facilitates dialogue, collaboration, and innovation to better prepare for and respond to humanitarian challenges. This 10th anniversary edition reflects on the platform's impact over the years while continuing to promote proactive approaches to humanitarian work.