Internet governance and e-diplomacy
Conferences, TimelineA workshop on Internet Governance and E-diplomacy discussed the Internet's impact on public policy and diplomacy, including topics like Internet openness, user rights, privacy, cybercrime, and child safety. E-tools in diplomatic activities and the role of social media in policy processes were also highlighted.
4th EuroDIG meeting in Belgrade
Conferences, TimelineThe 4th EuroDIG meeting in Belgrade in May 2011 involved 400 stakeholders for two days of discussions led by organizers including Diplo, the Swiss Federal Office of Communication, the Council of Europe, and the European Broadcasting Union. Diplo played a significant role in organizing the event, collaborating with various entities to set up panels, workshops, and remote participation opportunities.
Internet governance workshop in Trinidad and Tobago
Conferences, TimelineInternet governance workshop held in Trinidad and Tobago included discussions on policy, regional challenges, v4-v6 transition, strategy, and policies in the Caribbean region. Various speakers contributed to the workshop, which was attended by participants from different sectors.
Forum on diplomatic training
Conferences, TimelineAnnual meeting of deans and directors of diplomatic academies worldwide, known as the International Forum on Diplomatic Training (), discusses modern diplomacy and education trends. The 38th gathering took place in Malta in 2010, hosted by Diplo and .
Diplo at the 5th IGF
Conferences, TimelineDiplo made a significant impact at the 5th IGF in Lithuania in September 2010 with active participation from fellows, tutors, and staff. Remote involvement reached a record high, with over 600 individuals connecting, and 33 remote hubs participating from various continents. Ginger Paque represented Diplo at the opening session for the Civil Society Internet Governance Caucus.
Workshops on Internet Governance
Conferences, Timeline Training and workshops Internet governance and digital policy, Interdisciplinary approaches EventsWorkshops on Internet Governance were conducted in Rarotonga, Cook Islands and Suva, Fiji, in collaboration with regional institutions. These workshops provided training on Internet governance and policy to officials and professionals. Discussions on Internet governance were integrated into a workshop on numbering and licensing in Rarotonga, exploring diplomatic processes. More details can be found at https://www.diplomacy.edu/actor/acp/.
E-diplomacy international conference
Conferences, TimelineThe E-diplomacy international conference in Malta in June 2010 marked the conclusion of the Diplo initiative that integrated online discussions with awareness events for diplomatic communities in various global hubs.
Diplo at the 4th IGF
Conferences, TimelineDiplo delegates participated in the 4th IGF in November 2009 at Sharm el-Sheikh. Efforts were made to include a wider range of stakeholders using Web 2.0 tools for remote participation, aiming to reduce costs and expand the community involvement. Despite a discrepancy between developed and developing countries, youth participation was significantly improved and more structured than in previous years.
Multistakeholder diplomacy
Conferences, TimelineA global conference on Multistakeholder Diplomacy took place in Malta in February 2005, with over 90 delegates attending. The event was organized by Diplo, in collaboration with the Maltese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other partners, opening with speeches by Dr. Francis Zammit Dimech and H.E. Prof. Guido de Marco.
The diplomacy of climate change
Conferences, TimelineIn February 2008, an international conference on Climate Change Diplomacy was held in Malta, organized by Diplo and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, attracting over 60 global participants.
