Capacity Development 2021 online course
Alumni Courses Capacity development EventsThe Capacity Development 2021 online course offers a variety of learning methods like reading materials, chat room sessions, and expert explanations. Participants gain insights from assessing capacity needs to evaluating intervention results. The course encourages active involvement and ownership in aid programs, emphasizing a comprehensive understanding of the broader context for change. Content is based on the Len Learning Package on Capacity Development, providing practical skills for effective initiative design, planning, and assessment. Application deadline for the course is 18 January 2021.
February 2021 online courses
Alumni Courses Diplomatic theory and practice, Public Diplomacy EventsOnline courses starting in February 2021 cover topics such as artificial intelligence, diplomatic theory, internet governance, and public diplomacy. The courses require ten weeks of part-time study and involve structured discussions, assignments, and group tasks in an online classroom setting. Diplomats, international relations professionals, and those interested in diplomacy can apply by specific deadlines for both accredited university courses and Diplo certificate courses. Partial scholarships are available for applicants from developing countries. For further details and to apply, visit Diplo's courses website or contact admissions@diplomacy.edu.
#MeetingTomorrow: Digital Geneva 2040
Webinars Internet governance and digital policy EventsGeneva's central role in internet governance since 1989 is highlighted, and the city's efforts to stay relevant in the digital field are discussed. A panel discussion featuring key figures in internet governance and technology policy is planned, aiming to explore steps Geneva can take to maintain and increase its digital relevance. The event is part of the swissnex Network's campaign to imagine Switzerland's future. To learn more and register, visit the official event page.
International Water Law and Transboundary Cooperation
Webinars Water diplomacy EventsRegistrations for the webinar on "International Water Law and Transboundary Cooperation" are closed. The event will discuss the importance of international water law in enhancing cooperation among riparian States, focusing on the role of the 1992 Water Convention and other agreements in managing shared water resources. The webinar will feature experts exploring the effectiveness of these legal frameworks and mechanisms like the Implementation Committee of the Water Convention in promoting transboundary cooperation.
[WebDebate #44] Diplomacy in times of COVID-19: The experience of developing countries
WebDebates COVID-19 diplomacy EventsSmall and developing countries face challenges in diplomacy during COVID-19. Diplomats at multilateral hubs are stretched thin, facing connectivity issues and lack of cybersecurity expertise. Budget constraints and postponed agenda items create additional obstacles in 2021. Efforts are needed to level the diplomatic playing field by listening to practitioners' experiences. A discussion featuring experts in digital policy, multilateral diplomacy, and the African Union Commission will be held via live stream. Online meetings are crucial due to social distancing measures impacting diplomatic practices.
Launch of the Geneva Digital Atlas
Alumni, Milestones, Timeline Webinars Internet governance and digital policy, Interdisciplinary approaches EventsThe Geneva Digital Atlas has been launched, offering a detailed mapping of digital policy and internet governance activities in International Geneva. It covers the work of nearly 40 actors, including policy analysis, cataloguing of core instruments, and featured events. Virtual and physical tours regarding standardization, data, and cybersecurity are featured. Event registration is closed, but the launch recording is available for viewing.
Digital Security and Economic Recovery
Alumni Webinars Internet governance and digital policy, Network security EventsThe online event 'Digital Security and Economic Recovery' emphasizes the impact of cyber incidents on the global economy and the importance of trust in digital technologies. Discussions include the need for shared best practices in cybersecurity to boost economic recovery and productivity. Key figures from leading global companies will participate in the event, addressing the fragmented regulatory environment and proposing collaborative solutions between industry and governments. The event aims to clarify responses to enhance financial recovery through trusted digital technologies, underlining the significance of addressing security and trust issues for digital transformation and sustainable development goals.
RightOn #14: Our Future, Our Voice
Alumni Webinars Human rights EventsThe text discusses the intersection of climate justice, human rights, and environmental protection. It highlights the impact of environmental harm on children, particularly those in marginalized communities, and emphasizes the role of young people in advocating for environmental issues. It encourages tuning in to learn more about children's rights in relation to the environment and youth engagement on Wednesday, November 25.
[Briefing #70] Internet governance in November 2020
Briefings EventsThe message announces the closing of registrations for an Internet governance briefing happening on November 24th at 13:00 (14:00). The briefing provides updates on global and digital policy developments, aiming to decode and summarize complex information for participants. The session will be live-streamed on YouTube and Facebook, offering insights into recent updates that may impact future developments.
Data 2025 V.2.0 – Conference
Alumni Panels and conferences Data and diplomacy EventsThe conference, Data 2025 V.2.0, will explore the concept of data in the context of technical and economic realities, focusing on future opportunities and challenges posed by new technologies. Scheduled for November 23, 2020, the event will feature Katharina Höne and Jovan Kurbalija in a panel discussion titled "What is data?" For more details and registration, visit the official event page.
