The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD) is pleased to announce four programs taking place in Berlin throughout February 2009. All programs are currently accepting applications…
The ICD Academy for Cultural Diplomacy (2nd – 6th February, 2009)
Europe Meets Latin America: A Forum for Young Leaders (9th – 13th February, 2009)
Cultural Diplomacy in Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders (16th – 20th February, 2009)
Cultural Diplomacy in Africa: A Forum for Young Leaders (23rd – 27th February, 2009)
The ICD is an international, not-for-profit, non-governmental organization focused on the theoretical and practical promotion of cultural exchange as a tool for improving relations in all areas. To learn more about our activity, please visit www.culturaldiplomacy.org
The ICD programs bring together Young Leaders from across the world for an analysis of cultural diplomacy, an exploration of the relationship between their cultures, and to create a sustainable network between likeminded individuals. Participants are encouraged to use the networks they develop to organize their own leadership initiatives in the future.
The ICD Academy for Cultural Diplomacy (2nd – 6th February 2009) The ICD offers the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy to allow individuals of all backgrounds to gain an introduction in, or deepen their knowledge of, the field of Cultural Diplomacy. A diverse, inter-disciplinary curriculum featuring leading figures from the public sector, private sector and civil society will stimulate discussions of the salient issues in the field of Cultural Diplomacy today. Further information: www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_icdacademy_introduction Enquiries: academy@culturaldiplomacy.org
Europe Meets Latin America: A Forum for Young Leaders (9th – 13th February 2009) Europe Meets Latin America: A Forum for Young Leaders will bring together young leaders for a consideration of the bi-regional relationship between Europe and Latin America, and an exploration of important issues. Areas of focus will include regional Vs. national identity, the influence of development criteria on economic relations, and a consideration of the importance of cultural exchange in strengthening ties.
Cultural Diplomacy in Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders (16 – 20 February 2009) Cultural Diplomacy in Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders (CDE) has been designed to bring together young, influential people from Europe and across the world to explore the need for, and practice of, Cultural Diplomacy within Europe. Through carefully selected case studies and workshops, CDE will encourage the participants to explore the role cultural exchange can play in addressing regional, national, and local cultural divisions in Europe.
Cultural Diplomacy in Africa: A Forum for Young Leaders (23 – 27 February 2009) Cultural Diplomacy in Africa: A Forum for Young Leaders (CDA) was developed to address the urgent need for cultural diplomacy on the African continent. CDA will consider how Cultural Diplomacy can help to strengthen relations between different cultural groups within Africa, will highlight and look at examples of initiatives that currently exist in this area, and will encourage discussions on the role that external influences can, and should, place in the development of Africa. Further information: www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_program_cda_introduction Enquiries: cda@culturaldiplomacy.org
Cultural Diplomacy in Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders Berlin, June 21st-26th, 2009
Call for Applications
The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD) is currently accepting applications for Cultural Diplomacy in Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders (CDE), which will take place in Berlin from June 21st-26th, 2009. This Weeklong Seminar has been designed to explore and improve cultural relations on the European continent.
Who can apply? The Seminar is open to applications from current students and young professionals with an active interest in European Affairs and European integration.
What will the Cultural Diplomacy in Europe Weeklong Seminar involve? The program for the Weeklong Seminar will consist of lectures, seminars, workshops, and cultural activities in and around Berlin. The participants will meet with leading figures from the political, diplomatic, academic and civil society spheres to discuss the challenges and opportunities of Europe and consider organized cultural exchange can help in improving the relations on the continent.
What are the aims of the Cultural Diplomacy in Europe Weeklong Seminar? The Seminar aims to inform the participants about the field of Cultural Diplomacy and its importance today, raise awareness of key issues in the relationship in focus, create a network between the Seminar participants, and give the participants creative ideas and support for future initiatives.
What happens after the Cultural Diplomacy in Europe Seminar? After completing the Weeklong Seminar the participants become members of the Cultural Diplomacy in Europe Forum. They are then supported by the ICD in conducting research, in organizing and developing leadership initiatives, and are invited to join the ICD Online Forum where they can network with the other Young Leaders from around the world.
More information about the Seminars, including brochures, timetables, and the online application forms, can be found under the following url: http://culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_program_cde_about
For question please use the following email address: europe@culturaldiplomacy.org
We look forward to see you in Berlin.
Warmest regards,
Matthies Verstegen Cultural Diplomacy in Europe Program Director Institute for Cultural Diplomacy