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Diplo director speaks at College of Europe’s int’l conference
Alumni Panels and conferences Capacity development, Digital diplomacy EventsDr. Jovan Kurbalija discussed capacity building for e-diplomacy at the College of Europe's international conference. He highlighted the challenge of cognitive illusion in using social media effectively, emphasizing the need for sustained learning and adaptation. Dr. Kurbalija proposed a structured approach to e-diplomacy capacity building, spanning one day for technical training, one month for individual proficiency, and one year for institutional readiness. Additionally, he was appointed as a visiting professor at the College of Europe. Follow-up resources include his blog post and live tweeting from the event (#coleurope).
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Diplo director addresses Presidents of Parliaments of small European states
Alumni Panels and conferences EventsDr. Jovan Kurbalija, Diplo director, spoke at a conference for Presidents of Parliaments of small European states in Malta on Parliamentary Diplomacy's role in international affairs. The conference adopted a Joint Declaration to enhance parliamentary diplomacy, including plans for training and capacity building in the field.
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Preparations under way for the 6th IGF [Updated]
Alumni Panels and conferences EventsPreparations are ongoing for the 6th Internet Governance Forum, featuring workshops by Diplo on various topics and the launch of new publications. The previous year's event in Nairobi drew significant participation with numerous sessions and remote hubs. Stay tuned for the latest updates.
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Diplo at 6th IGF in Nairobi: workshops and events
Alumni Training and workshops Interdisciplinary approaches, Internet governance and digital policy EventsDiplo is actively participating in workshops and events at the 6th IGF in Nairobi from September 27-30, including sessions on content access, internet governance mapping, e-participation principles, and more. They are also launching publications, such as the Emerging Leaders for the Digital World and the Book of Abstracts, showcasing research papers on various internet-related topics. Participants can engage through hashtags like #igfbuzz and #igf11 on social media. For more information, visit Diplo's website.
IG training workshop in Burundi
Alumni Training and workshops Capacity development EventsAn Internet Governance Training Workshop is being organized by the Burundi Youth Training Centre in Bujumbura on 28-29 June 2011, with support from Diplo and the Centre Africain de Complmentarit Scolaire. The event focuses on local and regional Internet issues to boost youth competitiveness in the job market by enhancing digital skills and knowledge. Diplo's Capacity Development Programme in Internet Policy is involved, backed by the European Commission and the ITU Secretariat. For more details, visit the programme website.
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Internet governance and ICT policy 2011 online courses
Alumni Courses Critical internet resources, Intellectual property rights, Network security, Privacy and data protection EventsDiplo is offering online courses on various internet governance and ICT policy topics from June 13 to August 12, 2011. Subjects include cyber-security, online privacy, intellectual property rights, and more, with interactive learning tools. Applications are open until May 24, 2011, offering a comprehensive learning experience. Email ig@diplomacy.edu for inquiries or visit the webpage for detailed information and to apply.
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EuroDIG kicks off in Belgrade
Alumni Panels and conferences Interdisciplinary approaches, Internet governance and digital policy EventsEuroDIG has commenced in Belgrade, Serbia. Diplo, in collaboration with various organizations, is co-organizing the two-day event, assisting in program organization, panel setup, and facilitating remote participation. To join remotely, visit www.eurodig.org.
Modern Diplomacy For Small States 2011
Alumni Training and workshops Contemporary diplomacy EventsA successful workshop on Modern Diplomacy for Small States with participants from Commonwealth countries, mostly representing small states like Maldives, Mauritius, and Nigeria. Led by Maltese diplomats, the event focused on practical insights, favoring practitioners over academics.
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Workshop on Public Diplomacy for Parliamentarians
Alumni Training and workshops Capacity development, Public Diplomacy EventsA workshop targeted South African parliamentarians to enhance their involvement in public diplomacy activities, exploring topics from management strategies to political implications, with a special focus on the Internet's influence on policy-making.
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ICT policy and IG workshop in Pretoria
Alumni Training and workshops Internet governance and digital policy, Interdisciplinary approaches EventsOver 60 representatives gathered for ICT policy and IG workshops in Africa, organized by Diplo in collaboration with various entities. The workshops took place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and Pretoria, South Africa, focusing on capacity development in ICT policy and internet governance for countries in Africa.