Annual Conference on Security and Defense

At Helsinki España, we are committed to the right of peoples to peace and the full respect for human rights. For this reason, we dedicate our best resources to contribute to this essential objective.

Through education and training, we highlight the global challenges that threaten peace and international security, as well as the mechanisms available to the international community to prevent, respond to, and resolve conflicts. Our mission is to train and empower young professionals and university students to become defenders of democracy, peace, and international security, actively engaging in the efforts of the international community.

The Security and Defense Conference, aimed at university students and faculty members, covers highly relevant topics such as:

• International conflicts and tensions.
• The impact of disinformation on today’s democracies.
• The geopolitical landscape of conflicts.
• Terrorism and violent extremism.
• Threats to peace and international security.
• Hybrid wars.
• The contribution of the Armed Forces to international peace.

Specific objectives

• Raise awareness among young people about the risks and threats affecting international peace and security, including conflicts and disinformation.
• Promote social responsibility and civic engagement among young people in addressing global security challenges.
• Empower young professionals and university students to become active participants in promoting peace, democracy, and human rights.
• Encourage debate and critical thinking on different approaches and perspectives regarding conflicts and security challenges.
• Deepen understanding of international mechanisms for conflict prevention, resolution, and the promotion of peace.

Past and Upcoming Conferences

Past Conferences:

2017. The Contribution of the Spanish Armed Forces to International Peace – November 6-7, 2017, University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

2018. The Contribution of the Spanish Armed Forces to International Peace – October 23-24, 2018, University of Navarra.

2023. Challenges and Threats to International Security – October 9, 2023, CESEDEN.

2024. Challenges and Threats to International Security – October 23, 2024, Universidad Nebrija.

2025. Challenges and Threats to International Security – October, 14, 2025, CESEDEN. See Program.

2026. Youth and Global Security – February and March. Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Gran Canaria and Bilbao. See Program.

More Information:

If you need more information, would like to propose a Security and Defense session for your educational center or organization, or want to discuss a collaboration for a training program, you can write to us at iucpm@helsinkiespana.org.

You can also send your inquiry directly through this form:

If you are interested in organizing this type of activity at your university, do not hesitate to contact us ⇒.