New Diplo Workshop on Diplomatic English
Alumni Training and workshops Language (and) diplomacy EventsDiplo offers a new workshop on Diplomatic English by Biljana Scott and Liz Galvez. It focuses on improving diplomatic communication skills through practical tasks like writing, public speaking, and media interviews. The workshop was commissioned by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration of Moldova and was well-received by participants ranging from junior attach to director-level. This is the first of three workshops Diplo will conduct in Moldova.
Postgraduate Diploma in Contemporary Diplomacy graduation 2011
Alumni Courses Contemporary diplomacy EventsIn 2011, participants from the Postgraduate Diploma in Contemporary Diplomacy at the University of Malta graduated, including individuals like Undarmaa Batsukh, Vjosa Berisha, and others. Congratulations to all the graduates.
Online Course on Humanitarian Diplomacy at the General Assembly of the Red Cross Movement 2012
Alumni Courses Humanitarian diplomacy EventsAmbassador Chris Lamb and Dr. Jovan Kurbalija introduced a new online course on humanitarian diplomacy at the General Assembly of the Red Cross Movement in 2012. The course emphasizes persuasion, advocacy, and negotiations, with Diplo's learning methodology highlighted. The presentation garnered interest, with a participant sharing positive feedback. Registration deadline was set for December 7, 2011, and the course was scheduled to start on February 6, 2012.
Master in Contemporary Diplomacy graduation 2011
Alumni Courses Contemporary diplomacy EventsNine candidates graduated from the Master in Contemporary Diplomacy program at the University of Malta and DiploFoundation in 2011, with research topics ranging from women in conflict management to diplomatic communication trends. The graduation ceremony was held at the Jesuits Church in Valletta, Malta. Diplomacy faculty members facilitated and supervised the graduates' work.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
