Start of the Online Meetings and Conferences online course
Alumni, Courses, Timeline Courses Future of meetings EventsSummary: The Online Meetings and Conferences course addresses the shift to virtual events due to travel restrictions, offering guidance on organizing online and hybrid meetings effectively. Participants will learn about selecting technical platforms, planning, and moderating events. The course adapts to the evolving landscape of online and blended meetings. Apply now for updated insights.
Launch of the Diplo’s new Data Engine
Courses, Milestones, Timeline Webinars Data and diplomacy EventsDiplo is launching a new Data Engine on October 12th. The engine aims to provide practical data use for diplomats and global governance actors, addressing diplomatic, technical, statistical, and AI-related aspects. Additionally, DiploFoundation and the Geneva Internet Platform will launch 14 new projects in September and October 2020, including the introduction of courses, tools, and initiatives related to digital governance and diplomacy.
Launch of the Help Desk for inclusive governance
Milestones, Timeline Webinars COVID-19 diplomacy, Future of meetings EventsA Help Desk for inclusive governance is being launched to provide real-time assistance for transitioning to virtual meetings and conferences. The initiative aims to support organizations and countries in adapting to the 'new normal' of digital work effectively. Several new projects by DiploFoundation and the Geneva Internet Platform are set to be introduced in September and October, focusing on various aspects of technology and diplomacy.
Launch of the new Digital Watch observatory
Milestones, Timeline Webinars Internet governance and digital policy, Interdisciplinary approaches EventsThe message announces the launch of the new Digital Watch observatory, featuring interdisciplinary analysis on digital policy issues and cross-cutting aspects. It will explore topics like data policy and human rights, security, and trade, providing deeper insights into complex issues shaping geopolitics and the digital world. Additionally, 14 new projects by DiploFoundation and the Geneva Internet Platform are set to be launched in September and October 2020.
AI & data development
Milestones, TimelineIn September 2020, a Speech Generator tool was released by Diplo to assist in crafting cybersecurity speeches using AI and data development.
Online discussion: Navigating Geneva’s digital policy landscape
Alumni, Events, Timeline Panels and conferences Internet governance and digital policy, Artificial Intelligence, E-commerce and trade, Network security, Sustainable development EventsGeneva's digital policy landscape is expanding, encompassing cybersecurity, e-commerce, health data, climate issues, and sustainable development goals. Understanding this rich environment is crucial. Join a discussion led by the Geneva Internet Platform on June 23, 2020, to explore navigating and collaborating within this diverse digital policy space.
Online conference ‘The Future of Meetings’
Conferences, Timeline Panels and conferences COVID-19 diplomacy, Future of meetings EventsThe Future of Meetings conference explores the changing landscape of gatherings due to the Coronavirus crisis. It will delve into hybrid meetings, combining virtual and face-to-face interactions, and address topics like integrating online and onsite events, moderating online sessions effectively, and incorporating informal chats into virtual meetings. The conference, organized by Diplo, offers 20 sessions across 5 tracks and draws on their two-decade expertise in online events. This event will shape the future of diplomacy, governance, and society. Join the innovative discussion to delve deeper into the evolving meeting dynamics. Visit ConfTech for details.
#SciDipTalks | Technology at the service of global health crises: Threats and opportunities
Alumni, Events, Timeline Webinars Science diplomacy Events#SciDipTalks event will explore global health crises with a focus on technology's role, including the impact of digital strategies on data privacy and human rights. Speakers will discuss successful national responses and the responsibility of social media platforms. The event, featuring experts like Kathleen Carley and Katharina Höne, will take place online on May 11, 2020.
(Cyber)Security and the shift to online
Events, Timeline Webinars Critical infrastructure, Cybercrime, Network security EventsThe text discusses cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities heightened by the shift to online work during the COVID-19 crisis. The text details threats like cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure, phishing emails exploiting the pandemic, and the need for a collective response to decrease cyberattacks. The live discussion is aimed at addressing how cybersecurity challenges have evolved during the crisis, examining vulnerability changes, government response strategies, and the importance of strengthening industry and civil society involvement in enhancing digital security. Key experts participating in the webinar are introduced, each with unique roles and experiences in the cybersecurity field.
How to organise and run online meetings during COVID-19 times
Events, Timeline Webinars COVID-19 diplomacy, Future of meetings EventsSummary: The text discusses the increasing popularity of virtual meetings due to environmental concerns and the current COVID-19 outbreak. It highlights the benefits of online conferences, such as increased accessibility and inclusion. The text also mentions a live online discussion addressing challenges and opportunities for interactive events during these times, organized by DiploFoundation's Conference Tech. The event features speakers from the Geneva Internet Platform and DiploFoundation's online participation team, aiming to provide insights on effectively utilizing online participation tools for global meetings.
