# Event Details - **Event Name**: Grand Challenge Accepted 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 pm (+02:00) - **Event Description**: Invitation to join the ninth Thesis Conference from Engineering and Policy Analysis (EPA): Grand Challenge Accepted 2026About this EventIt is the ninth Thesis Conference and Graduation Celebration from the Engineering and Policy Analysis (EPA) program: “Grand Challenge Accepted 2026.”We are pleased to host this event at TU Delft | Campus The Hague. Throughout the day, you will have the opportunity to connect with the EPA community, attend a keynote speech by Juliane Schillinger (Red Cross Crescent Climate Centre) on anticipatory action in armed conflict areas, listen to presentations by EPA graduates, and participate in a discussion with Lars Peter Nissen. The day will conclude with a sunny beach party at Scheveningen, with food included.The final stage of the TU Delft Engineering and Policy Analysis Master’s program is a half-year thesis research project. At this ninth EPA Thesis Conference, EPA graduates will present the results of their individual research projects to external relations, alumni, potential commissioners, employers, current and future EPA students, family, and friends.Moreover, join us for a special edition of The Handshake, an interactive event series connecting aspiring changemakers with experienced professionals in the peace & justice and “for good” sectors organised together with The Hague Humanity Hub. For this edition, a discussion will be held with Lars Peter Nissen, CEO of ACAPS, a non-profit, non-governmental project that provides analytics for humanitarian policies and workers.Registration for the conference is free of charge. However, there is a EUR 30.00 fee for the chillout at the beach, as it includes dinner and a few drinks.We hope to meet you on the 27th of August!Agenda🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PMWelcome and coffee🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:45 PMKeynote by Juliane Schillinger (Red Cross Crescent Climate Centre)Host: Juliane SchillingerInfo: Anticipatory humanitarian action aims to get ahead of disasters, supporting communities before a hazard strikes to reduce its impacts. This requires deep understanding of risks and vulnerabilities, and reliable monitoring or forecasting systems. But what happens when fragility and conflict disrupt access to such information? Building on the experiences of the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement and other partner organisations, the keynote will explore the ins and outs of anticipatory action in conflict settings and how to operate in information-constraint contexts.🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PMEPA Thesis TalksInfo: Graduates of the TU Delft Msc Degree Engineering and Policy Analysis present and discuss their work🕑: 03:15 PM - 04:30 PMHandshake – interview and discussion with Lars Peter NissenHost: Lars Peter NissenInfo: With Moderator: Marya el Malki (TNO consultant Climate Change; EPA alumnus). Organised together with The Hague Humanity Hub🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PMDrinks🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:15 PMLaunch of EPA Graduates to Society / Closing CeremonyHost: Haiko van der Voort🕑: 06:00 PM - 10:00 PMBeach Party (30 EUR including dinner) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/den-haag/grand-challenge-accepted-2026/100001991902757769 - **Event Categories**: contests, business, conferences, parties, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 10 hours - Location: TU Delft Campus The Hague - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 30, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: Den Haag - **state**: ZH - **country**: Netherlands - **location**: TU Delft Campus The Hague - **lat**: 52.0781056 - **long**: 4.3137991 - **full address**: TU Delft Campus The Hague, 5 Spui, Den Haag, Netherlands ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Grand Challenge Accepted 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/3aff0aa21607457dee87533787088a837c20ef2dc1893a0b016eaa82d6c172e1-rimg-w1200-h600-dcc0d4d7-gmir.jpg?v=1782358405 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Grand Challenge Accepted 2026 being held? - **A:** Grand Challenge Accepted 2026 takes place on Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 pm at TU Delft Campus The Hague, 5 Spui, Den Haag, Netherlands. - **Q**: Who is organizing Grand Challenge Accepted 2026? - **A:** Grand Challenge Accepted 2026 is organized by Lilian Hellemons - Office Manager. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Grand Challenge Accepted 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Den Haag, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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