Communication skills workshop for Serbian MFA
Alumni Training and workshops EventsA communication skills workshop was held for Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs representatives by the Diplo Foundation. The training stressed the importance of tone, speed, and pitch in effective communication, and included practical exercises. Participants noted the impact of the workshop in improving their awareness and message delivery. Facilitator Ms. Mary Murphy was commended for her expertise. Continuous feedback will be offered to participants, and the workshop was deemed a valuable experience. Ms. Murphy, a Budapest-based public speaking coach, led the workshop.
Blockchain lecture for students in Belgrade
Training and workshops Blockchain EventsA blockchain lecture on technology and its applications, including topics like digital payment systems, decentralization, Bitcoin, and the creation and uses of Blockchain technology will be held by Diplo for students in Belgrade. The session will also feature a presentation on Diplo’s Digital Art Corner connecting art with digital policy. Applications are open for interested students and young practitioners in Serbia.
Cybersecurity lecture for students
Alumni Training and workshops Network security EventsDiplo Foundation provides cybersecurity lecture for students in Serbia, covering a range of topics like threats from cyberspace, cyber warfare, and e-governance, to introduce youth to cybersecurity concepts.
Balkan School on Internet Governance 2017
Alumni Training and workshops Interdisciplinary approaches, Internet governance and digital policy EventsThe Balkan School on Internet Governance 2017 is the first edition organized by various institutions and supported by different organizations. It aims to educate stakeholders on Internet governance topics, create a collaborative learning environment with experts, identify priorities through consultations, and empower participants to engage in processes. For additional details, visit the event website.
ITU regional workshop on ‘Strengthening capacities in international Internet governance’
Alumni Training and workshops Digital business models, Interdisciplinary approaches EventsITU, in collaboration with DiploFoundation, is hosting a regional workshop in Brasilia to strengthen capacities in international Internet governance. The workshop aims to address gaps identified in a mapping study and will include presentations by Ms. Marilia Maciel from DiploFoundation. This event is the first in a series of capacity development workshops organized by ITU and other stakeholders. Participants can find more details on the event webpage.
Geneva Policy Immersion of the Capacity Development Programme in Multilateral Diplomacy for Africa, the Caribbean and Pacific Islands
Alumni Training and workshops Capacity development, Multilateral diplomacy EventsDiplomats from small developing countries in Africa, the Caribbean, and Pacific islands will undergo a 10-day policy immersion in Geneva as part of a multilateral diplomacy capacity development program. This program aims to enhance their representation in international governance hubs like Geneva, crucial for their socio-economic development. The immersion includes meetings, visits, and discussions with various institutions, providing exposure to Geneva-based processes. The initiative addresses the challenge faced by small states with limited resources, emphasizing the importance of networks, alliances, and technology tools for effective representation on global issues. Participants include 14 Africans, 10 Caribbean representatives, and 2 from the Pacific islands.
DiploFoundation at 17th European Diplomatic Programme
Alumni Training and workshops Data and diplomacy, Online education EventsDiploFoundation will provide training on online diplomatic training, social media in diplomacy, and data diplomacy at the 17th European Diplomatic Programme in Malta. This program aims to enhance European diplomacy through collaboration among member states and institutions. Dr. Jovan Kurbalija and other experts will lead the training for young diplomats and officials from the European Commission and Council Secretariat.
Workshop on public speaking
Alumni Training and workshops Language (and) diplomacy EventsA workshop on public speaking will cover communication basics, delivery skills, feedback, and presentation styles. It includes hands-on activities and requires active participation. The facilitator is a public speaking coach specializing in training for non-native English speakers. The workshop will be held on April 21st and 22nd in Belgrade, Serbia, with limited spots available. Contact Andrej Škrinjarić for more information.
Workshop: Diplomacy and the power of the unsaid
Alumni Training and workshops Language (and) diplomacy EventsA 1.5-day workshop on diplomacy and implicit communication, focusing on the power of the unsaid, will take place on March 29-30, 2017, in Geneva. Led by linguist Biljana Scott, the session will cover topics like ambiguity, indirectness, and presuppositions. Participants will engage in exercises and a talk simulation. The workshop is free but has limited spaces, validated upon confirmation. Interested individuals can join a related event on implicit communication in the digital era on March 30. For more details, contact barbarar@diplomacy.edu.
Model ASEM Switzerland Spin-off 2017
Training and workshops Multilateral diplomacy EventsModel ASEM Switzerland Spin-off 2017 is a 1-day negotiation simulation of the Asia-Europe Meeting Summit. It aims to foster dialogue and cooperation between 28 EU member states, 2 other European countries, and the EU with 21 Asian countries and the ASEF Secretariat. The informal setting addresses political, economic, and socio-cultural issues to enhance the relationship between the regions with mutual respect.
