Welcome to Novar
The Global Diplomacy Network
A non-profit platform empowering people to gather, discuss, and engage with the issues of their time — locally and globally.
What Is Novar?
Novar is an independent, non-profit network built on one belief: diplomacy shouldn't belong only to governments and institutions, it should belong to people.
We create spaces where people can come together, in person, to discuss the issues shaping their world, from climate to security to the economy, in an open, honest, and constructive way. Not debate for the sake of winning. Not policy written behind closed doors. Just people, gathered around the table, engaging with the questions of their time.
Novar operates through a simple model: local gatherings held in cities around the world, led by our network of country Ambassadors, followed by a global gathering that brings people from those local conversations together on one stage.
At its core, Novar is about one thing: giving people a platform, and a seat at the table, to talk about what matters.
Our What, Why and How
What Do We Want
Every movement begins with a question. Ours was simple: do people really have a space to come together and discuss the issues that shape their lives openly, honestly, and without an agenda being imposed on them?
Novar was founded on a conviction: that for people to genuinely engage with the world around them, they need:
- A space to gather with others who care about the same issues.
- The chance to discuss those issues openly, without pressure to reach a fixed conclusion.
- A platform that connects local conversations to a wider, global one.
These principles rest on one clear belief: the issues of our time, climate, security, the economy, and beyond, shouldn't only be discussed in institutions and conference rooms far removed from everyday people. They should be a shared conversation, open to anyone willing to take part.
From this conviction, our journey began: to creat spaces where people can gather, talk, and engage with the world's biggest questions together.
Why Do We Want that:
As Friedrich Nietzsche once said, "He who has a why to live can bear almost any how."
Our why is rooted in a simple idea: the biggest issues of our time affect everyone, yet the conversations about them often happen without everyone in the room.
We are social beings, and every society is shaped by dialogue; by the conversations people have with one another about what matters and what should change. Too often, those conversations are limited to the few with access, platforms, or titles.
We believe that discussing the world's issues shouldn't be a privilege. It should be something anyone can take part in a gathering, a conversation, a seat at the table.
That is the why of our existence.
How We Will Achieve That:
We achieve this by creating gatherings, local and global, where people come together to discuss the issues of their time.
Every few months, Novar hosts local events in countreis around the world, led by our network of country Leads. These are open, in-person discussions on relevant global and local issues; from climate to security to economics.
From these local gatherings, Novar brings a group forward to our flagship global gathering, where people from different countries, backgrounds, and local conversations come together for one larger discussion.
Through this model, Novar creates a simple but powerful platform: people, gathered, talking about what matters, locally and globally.
Novar's Reach
Novar believes that in today's interconnected world, the issues we face rarely stop at a border. Climate, security, the economy — these are shared challenges, and the conversations around them should be shared too.
That's why Novar brings people together across countries, cultures, and continents — uniting them not by nationality, profession, or background, but by a shared willingness to sit down and talk about what matters.
Novar operates on two connected levels:
Novar Local
Every six months, Novar hosts local gatherings in cities around the world — led by our network of country Ambassadors. These events bring people together in their own communities to discuss the issues most relevant to them, from local concerns to global ones.
Novar Global
From these local gatherings, Novar brings a group of participants together for our flagship Global Summit; a larger gathering where people from different countries and local conversations come together for one shared discussion.
Together, Local Chapters and the Global Summit form the fabric of Novar's model: a network that starts in communities and grows into a global conversation.
Our Future
Novar Network is currently in the process of formation. At this stage, we are building our network of country Ambassadors, expanding our community, and establishing our governance structure.
At Novar, we envision a world where people, regardless of nationality, background, or profession, have a genuine platform to gather and discuss the issues shaping their lives. Our goal is to connect people locally and globally, creating spaces for open discussion, shared understanding, and real human connection.
We are building a network that starts with a single conversation and grows into something much larger, a truly global gathering of people willing to sit down, listen, and engage.
Ready to step in?
We're currently building Novar and are looking for Ambassadors in countries around the world to help lead our first Local Chapters. If you're interested in getting involved, explore how you can join below.
Our Team
Novar Network is currently in the stage of formation. At this early phase, the organisation is led by our Founder & Executive Director, supported by a small Advisory Board guiding our strategy and growth.
As we carefully expand our network, we plan to gradually build a diverse team of volunteers, contributors, and future members who will help bring Novar’s vision to life. Our focus is on creating a collaborative and inclusive environment where young changemakers, advisors, and partners can contribute meaningfully while shaping the organisation’s direction.
We’re always eager to connect with new collaborators, mentors, institutions, and supporters who share our vision. Whether you have a question, a proposal, or simply wish to connect, we’d love to hear from you.
You can reach out or write to us here, and we’ll make sure your message finds the right person.