Blockchain certificates for Digital Commerce course
Courses, TimelineBlockchain certificates were awarded to diplomats who finished the Digital Commerce course in Geneva in March 2018. The event included a lecture on blockchain and bitcoin by Diplo’s cryptocurrency expert, Arvin Kamberi.
Diplo’s senior researcher on IGF Multistakeholder Advisory Group
Events, TimelineSorina Teleanu, Diplo's senior researcher, has been appointed to the IGF Multistakeholder Advisory Group, which advises the UN Secretary-General on meeting programs and schedules, consisting of representatives from various stakeholder groups.
First graduates of the Advanced Diploma in IG
Courses, TimelineDiplo celebrated the graduation of the first students from the Advanced Diploma in Internet Governance, a capacity development program focusing on online courses centered on policy-making in the digital age.
Data and international organisations (new study)
Publications, TimelineA study on data management challenges at international organizations, addressing issues like data analysis, storage, sharing, protection, regulation, and capacity, was published on February 13, 2018. The study's insights were informed by discussions with international organizations and sessions at the Internet Governance Forum.
Data diplomacy: Updating diplomacy to the big data era
Milestones, Publications, TimelineA report titled "Data Diplomacy: Updating diplomacy to the big data era" explores the benefits of big data in diplomacy and provides guidelines for ministries to leverage its potential effectively.
Diplo and the GIP at the 12th IGF
Conferences, TimelineDiplo and the GIP actively participated in the 12th IGF in Geneva, offering daily reports and a final report summarizing key points. They also co-organized workshops and managed a data track.
3rd Geneva Engage Awards
Conferences, Timeline Panels and conferences EventsThe 3rd Geneva Engage Awards, supported by the Canton of Geneva, recognize organizations in Geneva for their social media engagement. The event, held on December 11, 2017, celebrates impactful work by international organizations and non-profits in connecting with global communities through digital technology. The awards are based on DiploFoundation's analysis of effective social media use in 2017. The ceremony included discussions on engaging with international audiences, announcing winners, and closing remarks. Nominees included notable organizations such as the United Nations, World Health Organization, and World Wide Fund for Nature. Contact Barbara Rosen Jacobson for more information.
An Introduction to Internet Governance – UN Library’s Book of the Month
Milestones, Publications, TimelineIn December 2017, the United Nations Library in Geneva chose Dr. Jovan Kurbalija's book, An Introduction to Internet Governance, as its Book of the Month.
15 years of DiploFoundation and 25 years of research on digital diplomacy
Milestones, TimelineDiploFoundation celebrated 15 years and 25 years of digital diplomacy research. The anniversary was commemorated with a conference, exploring the evolution of diplomacy in the digital age and its future prospects.
Diplo launches new home for alumni network
Milestones, TimelineDiplo created a Facebook group called Diplo Alumni for its alumni on 12 September 2017. It serves as a platform for former students to connect, collaborate on ideas, and stay updated on activities and opportunities in a more informal setting.
