2026 European Conference | Crisis as Catalyst: Europe’s Opportunity in a Changing World Order

This event is organized by Harvard students and supported by the Harvard Ukrainian Research Institute. Visit the conference website for full event information.

Now in its 12th edition, the European Conference is a student-led conference at Harvard university and one of the most important events about Europe in the U.S. Every year, it brings together global leaders, policymakers, academics, and changemakers to explore how moments of crisis can drive renewal and progress.

Under the theme “Crisis as Catalyst: Europe’s Opportunity in a Changing World Order,” the 2026 Conference will examine how Europe can transform geopolitical, economic, and technological challenges into opportunities for leadership, innovation, and resilience.

From transatlantic cooperation to the future of democracy, climate strategy, and digital sovereignty, the European Conference provides a platform for dialogue at the intersection of policy and progress — where ideas meet action.