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.
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.
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.
Modern Diplomacy For Small States 2011
Alumni Training and workshops Contemporary diplomacy EventsA successful workshop on Modern Diplomacy for Small States with participants from Commonwealth countries, mostly representing small states like Maldives, Mauritius, and Nigeria. Led by Maltese diplomats, the event focused on practical insights, favoring practitioners over academics.
Workshop on Public Diplomacy for Parliamentarians
Alumni Training and workshops Capacity development, Public Diplomacy EventsA workshop targeted South African parliamentarians to enhance their involvement in public diplomacy activities, exploring topics from management strategies to political implications, with a special focus on the Internet's influence on policy-making.
ICT policy and IG workshop in Pretoria
Alumni Training and workshops Internet governance and digital policy, Interdisciplinary approaches EventsOver 60 representatives gathered for ICT policy and IG workshops in Africa, organized by Diplo in collaboration with various entities. The workshops took place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and Pretoria, South Africa, focusing on capacity development in ICT policy and internet governance for countries in Africa.
Public Diplomacy workshop in South Africa
Alumni Training and workshops Capacity development, Public Diplomacy EventsA workshop on Public Diplomacy was held in Pretoria, South Africa, as part of the Capacity Development Programme. It included online training for junior diplomats and parliamentarians, covering various aspects of public diplomacy and strategic preparations. The focus was on South Africa's strategy for the upcoming Climate Change Summit in Durban.
ICT policy and IG workshop in Addis Ababa
Alumni Training and workshops Telecommunications infrastructure, Cultural diversity, Internet governance and digital policy, Jurisdiction, Privacy and data protection EventsA recent workshop on ICT policy and Internet Governance was held in Addis Ababa. Over 60 representatives from various sectors participated, focusing on regional priorities, local services, international relations, legal aspects, and personal data protection.
E-diplomacy workshop in Addis Ababa
Training and workshops Digital diplomacy EventsA recent e-diplomacy workshop in Addis Ababa gathered African diplomats to discuss the Internet's influence on diplomacy, particularly aiding smaller and developing nations.
ICT workshop in Pretoria, South Africa for ACP institutions
Training and workshops Internet governance and digital policy, Interdisciplinary approaches EventsDiplo is hosting an ICT workshop in Pretoria, South Africa for ACP institutions, in collaboration with the Planning and Co-ordinating Agency. The workshop on 12-14 April 2011 will cover various aspects of Internet governance. Officials and professionals from regional institutions are encouraged to apply by 25 March 2011. Limited to 25 participants, the workshop will include accommodation, meals, and local transportation. More information is available on the portal.