Event Details
Where
Vrije University Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
To apply, kindly fill out the online application form. Please include the following documents with your application:
-CV
-Letter of motivation (max 1 page)
Click here to access the application form
Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis until all available spots are filled. Therefore, we highly recommend submitting your application as soon as possible to secure your place in the program.
The last moment to apply is 31 May 2025.
Contact for questions: iasoc@globalinitiative.net
Posted on 04 Apr 2025
Join us for an immersive learning experience at CSDS of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) from 7 to 11 July 2025 exploring the complex world of illicit trade and the future of geopolitics and global supply chains.
Organized by the University of Groningen in collaboration with the Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC), and hosted by CSDS at the VUB, the Summer School on Illicit Trade offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of this pressing global issue and explore strategies for combating it. Immerse yourself into the multifaceted realm of illicit trade through our comprehensive one-week course set to take place at the prestigious VUB from 7-11 July 2025.
Participants will engage in a dynamic blend of academic and practical lectures, workshops, case studies, and discussions, led by esteemed experts and practitioners in the field. Explore the intricate economic, social, and security implications of illicit trade, gaining a nuanced understanding of its far-reaching effects on industries, communities, and global stability.