The Negotiation Council Geneva is part of the Schranner Negotiation Institute, the most influential organization in solving difficult negotiations worldwide.
Negotiation Council Geneva is a Geneva-based platform that supports concrete negotiation efforts in ongoing conflicts. It convenes negotiators, diplomats, and experts to develop practical approaches to de-escalation and stability.
The Negotiation Council Geneva bridges the public and private sectors by combining corporate best practices and networks with the experience and insights of experts in international affairs. Financially and politically independent, the NCG provides a neutral platform for cross-sector dialogue and practical negotiation approaches.
As global negotiations grow more volatile, one question rises to the top: do interests matter more than values? Join us for a keynote exploring the evolving dynamics that will define the next generation of negotiators.
During the UN General Assembly High-Level Week in New York, the Negotiation Council Geneva looks forward to engaging with peers across the peace and security community, sharing insights, and exploring opportunities to strengthen partnership and advance peace negotiations.
During Geneva Peace Week, the Negotiation Council Geneva will actively engage with partners across the peace and security community. Through exchanges of insights and shared experiences, NCG aims to explore opportunities to strengthen collaboration, foster constructive discussions, and contribute to the advancement of sustainable peace negotiations.
In the context of the Munich Security Conference, the Negotiation Council Geneva will host a high-level side event “From Ceasefire to Peace”. We look forward to engaging with fellow peace and security actors, strengthening partnerships, and contributing to meaningful impact for peace.
An Evaluation of the 28-Point Plan from a Negotiation Strategy Perspective.
The Negotiation Council Geneva is proud to join Geneva Peace Week to advance innovative approaches to negotiation and shape the future of global dialogue.
Under this pillar, NCG’s mission is to foster innovative theoretical approaches to negotiation. We aim to produce cutting-edge research while actively promoting learning through workshops, lectures, and engagement with students worldwide. By combining a top-down and bottom-up approach, we share the Schranner Concept with the younger generation and ensure their voices are heard in the field of global peace negotiations.
Learn more ↗Training for Diplomatic Peace and Security Leaders. Under this pillar, NCG’s mission is to strengthen the negotiation capacity of diplomats and peace and security actors. Grounded in the SCHRANNER CONCEPT®, our trainings enable leaders to prepare effectively, apply key negotiation tactics, and engage with confidence at the negotiation table.
Our consultants coordinate and lead difficult peace negotiations in the field.
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Dr. Marzia Marastoni is the Director of the Negotiation Council Geneva.She holds a PhD in International Law from the Geneva Graduate Institute, where her research focused on armed conflicts and humanitarian crises. Dr. Marastoni brings extensive experience in international affairs, including work with theUN, governments, and diplomats at the Human Rights Council. Earlier in her career, she was elected as a city councilor and actively engaged in regional and national politics.
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