Human Development Research Initiative

Breaking the silence on stigma is a policy choice. 🏳️‍🌈 Today, HDRI publishes “The Burden of Stigma: LGBTQ+ Mental Health Policy Recommendation Paper” - our final 2025 output on global health and human rights, grounded in youth-led research and a structural understanding of minority stress. Co-developed by Gabriele Cotronei and the participants to our latest webinar, the paper translates lived experience and scientific evidence into concrete insights for institutions. 🏫 O

Held in the lead-up of COP30, Youth at COP30 — From Demands to Deliverables brought together young climate advocates and policy stakeholders to examine how can youth participation be translated into measurable impact. At a time when youth across Europe and beyond are calling not only for inclusion in climate negotiations but for tangible outcomes, the session examined practical strategies for influence, accountability, and engagement within and beyond the COP process. Our pa

SAVE THE DATE: Closing Conference + Networking Cocktail Curious to learn more about HDRI’s work? Interested in networking with high-level...

HDRI is thrilled to announce its upcoming round table, “Migrating together towards a more resilient city”. As a component of our campaign...