R-Space at 2025 UNGA Power, Trust and Change: Refugee Leaders in Dialogue with UNHCR Candidates

The appointment of the next UN High Commissioner for Refugees will shape the future of protection and solutions for millions worldwide. Hosted by R-Space, the landmark High-Level Panel Reception brought together confirmed candidates for the next UN High Commissioner for Refugees and global refugee leaders. This first-of-its-kind dialogue fostered genuine exchange, accountability, power-sharing, and trust-building at a pivotal moment for the international refugee system during UNGA 2025. Speakers: -Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris -Christine Schraner Burgener, Former State Secretary for Migration, Switzerland -Matthew Crentsil, UNHCR Representative in Uganda -Niels Annen, Former Minister of State, Federal Foreign Office of Germany -Moderator: Rez Gardi, Co-Managing Director, R-SEAT