We are thrilled to invite you to the Ambrela Development Forum (ADF) International Conference 2025, taking place on October 16–17, 2025, in Bratislava, Slovakia. The impressive venue is Moyzes Hall, Faculty of Arts (part of Comenius University on Vajanského nábrežie 12). The program will kick off at 09:00 and include engaging sessions, culminating in a ‚night owl‘ session with the start at 21:00. The second day of the conference is tailored for invited participants only.

Under the theme ‘A World in Transition: Reclaiming Global Partnerships through Dialogue‘, the 4th edition of ADF promises to be an even more impactful gathering, building on the success and momentum of our previous forums. As the only international development cooperation and humanitarian aid conference of its kind in Central and Eastern Europe, ADF continues to be a strategic space for fostering regular and continuous dialogue and building trust among EU institutions, member state governments, civil society organisations, the private sector, and international partners.

Why join us? What makes this year different?

This year, we delve deeper into the critical challenges facing the development sector, offering a unique platform for high-level policy dialogue and cross-sector collaboration. You will have the opportunity to:

• Connect with over 250 in-person development practitioners, policymakers, and funders from more than 20 countries.
• Engage in 17 high-level sessions, innovative formats, and practical activities designed to shape regional responses and boost your own capacity to act.
• Build cross-sector partnerships that lead to concrete initiatives and actionable connections.

Who are our speakers? 

We are proud to continue our tradition of hosting prominent figures in the development cooperation and humanitarian action fields. 

• Hans Das, Deputy Director-General and Chief Operations Officer, DG ECHO, European Commission
• Erica Gerretsen, Director of DG INTPA, European Commission
• Tanya Cox, Director, Concord Europe
• Hugo Slim, Professor, University of Oxford
• Martina Brenova, Executive Director, Open Society Fund Prague

What are our key topics?

1. New Realities in Development Cooperation: The EU’s Role, Resource (R)evolution and Principles
2. Humanitarian Aid at a Crossroads: New Challenges, Old Systems
3. Ukraine in Transition: Pathways from Relief to Renewal

Please register using the following link. Check out the previous editions on our ADF website. We look forward to welcoming you to Bratislava for yet another unforgettable gathering!