Geneva Center for Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution
Geneva Center for Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution (GCDCR) is an international think tank dedicated to addressing global security challenges, fostering diplomatic dialogue, and developing strategic solutions for conflict resolution. Headquartered in Geneva, a global hub for international diplomacy, GCDCR brings together high-level advisors, policymakers, and experts to shape innovative policies and strengthen international cooperation.
The Association aims to promote and develop scientific and expert opinion in the fields of political science, international relations, diplomacy, culture and history.
To achieve this goal, the Association will focus on the following actions:
Create an international networking platform for the development of diplomacy and partnerships between civil society actors, act as the Think-tank
Disseminate the concepts of accessibility to information, digital security and human development linked to international culture
Organize and promote seminars, courses, study meetings, public debates, in cooperation with civil society organizations, University research institutions, policy-makers, and other NGOs
Publish related monographs, projects and policy papers
Organize the networking events for scholars at risk in Geneva and during other events, such as event as Think&Drink, Coffee&Research café, Research Networking events
Foster the contribution of scientific actors in the world governance’s processes, help scholars to promote their research, promote scientific communication
Our Team
Mykola Volkivskyi
President
Dr. Anastasiia Shevchenko
Vice President
Ms. Nataliya Borys
Secretary
SCIENTIFIC DIPLOMACY
Geneva Center for Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution is the official Swiss branch of the Global Network Ukrainian Science Diaspora. More about Ukrainian Science Diaspora Initiative →
CULTURAL DIPLOMACY
Latest News
- Congratulations to Yaroslava FedorovaBy decision of the Institute’s Council dated 19 December 2025, the Geneva Center for Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution (GCDCR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Yaroslava Fedorova as… Read more: Congratulations to Yaroslava Fedorova
- GCDCR President Receives Appreciation from Congressman Robert Pittenger at the U.S. SenateOn 9 December 2025, President of the Geneva Center for Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution (GCDCR), Mykola Volkivskyi, received an official Appreciation Award from Congressman Robert Pittenger during the Washington Parliamentary… Read more: GCDCR President Receives Appreciation from Congressman Robert Pittenger at the U.S. Senate
- GCDCR Participates in FII PRIORITY Europe Summit in Tirana
From May 16 to 17, 2025, Mr. Mykola Volkivskyi represented the Geneva Center for Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution (GCDCR) at the FII PRIORITY Europe Summit, held at the National Theatre… Read more: GCDCR Participates in FII PRIORITY Europe Summit in Tirana
