Working towards a sustainable, secure, peaceful, and inclusive world
TUITION FEE
The tuition fee for this online Winter Seminar is 50 euros.
This fee includes:
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Panel discussion, workshops, lectures and final simulation.
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Access to all events via a protected and certified ZOOM host-account.
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Signature welcome package.
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All reading materials.
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Certificate of participation.
To guarantee personalised and high-quality education we will only host 40 spots.
APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED
SUMMER SCHOOL OF 2024
ON CULTURAL DIPLOMACY
Located in The Hague, Netherlands
Cultural diplomacy has "the potential to touch individuals in ways traditional diplomacy might not, creating lasting, positive impressions". Communities are build and developed based on our cultural heritage. Throughout history it has shown that this heritage influences the development of our institutions, the state and even our personal attitudes towards one another. It is the identity that comes out through our personal and professional contact with others. Identity politics today shape international and national symbols, as well as relations. In an ever interconnected world where we need to deal with problems and challenges that transcend borders we need to work together. States and communities increasingly use their cultural history in achieving their political objectives.
Culture has become a crucial tool in international relations. The diversity can become a bases for finding one another, strengthening relations and ties between states and communities. While in other cases it used to amplify clashes and differences, creating a them and us. Sharing arts, education, culture in every way, we can bridge gaps and forge closer international relationships. Traditional diplomacy more and more is making space for new and innovative forms of relationship forging, culture has the potential to leave a lasting, good effect on people. But what is it? How can we use it? And what kind of success stories are know? And what do we need to do to integrate cultural in negotiation to achieve favourable out comes?
If you wish to gain more insights and improve your skills than join our summer school program of 2024!
AS A PARTICIPANT YOU...
GAIN THEORETICAL INSIGHTS
You will be challenged to gather theoretical insights in the rapidly developing field of diplomacy in relation to cultural diplomacy from leading figures in the field.
WORK ON NEGOTIATION AND DIPLOMACY SKILLS
Gain valuable skills through a proven combination of applying theoretical knowledge in high end simulations. During the summer school, you will develop skills for public speaking, speech writing, doing research for negotiation and reporting.
START BUILDING YOUR OWN INTERNATIONAL NETWORK!
Build your international network through the Young Diplomat community and meet with diplomats from different disciplines. The Young Diplomat community offers you the opportunity to find new contacts within the field.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS SAID...
Higly recommend this course, well organised and great learning content. Gives realistic and good experience what diplomacy is and how it is conducted. Change to speak and learn from high level professionals on the field.
My experience at the summer school of The Young Diplomat was incredible. It was a week full of cooperation, negotiation, and learning. We met with diplomats, experienced professors, officials, and citizens involved in the fields of diplomacy, justice, and human rights. For me, it was a great opportunity for networking and learning for my academic and professional career. I would absolutely recommend this summer school for future students.
We as participants of the Young Diplomat Summer school experienced a very intense and informative program! We visited key political institutions in the Hague, had many interesting lectures from real diplomats, scientists and professionals. Experienced plenty unforgettable moments, built a huge international network, gained real negotiation skills and had a lot of fun. Highly recommend summer school!
PROGRAM SUMMER SCHOOL OF 2022
Conflict Resolution: How to Mediate
CEST (Amsterdam Time)
PROGRAM SUMMER SCHOOL OF 2024
ON CULTURAL DIPLOMACY
CEST (Amsterdam Time)
Sunday 18th of August 2024
20.00 - 21.30’ish
Welcome and introductions
Monday 19th of August 2024
10.00 - 11.30
Introduction to Cultural Diplomacy; How art and media influence international relations
Speaker to be announced
13.00 - 17.00
Culture as a tool in Diplomacy
Dr. Elizabeth Colton (Diplomat & Journalist in Residence at Warren Wilson College, Professor of Diplomacy in UNITAR's and Partner International Universities' Global Online Courses)
Tuesday 20th of August 2024
10.00 - 11.30
Impact of cultural on international ties; a archaeological and heritage perspective
Speaker to be announced
13.00 - 17.00
Workshop Public Speaking
Sandy Walsh (Actress & Broadcaster)
Wednesday 21st of August 2024
10.00 - 12.30
Workshop on Female Leadership
Adeline Tibakweitira (International trainer on Female Leadership & senior project manager at the Center for International Legal Cooperation)
13.30 - 17.00
Cultural Diplomacy at work; insights into cultural diplomacy in practice
Thursday 22nd of August 2024
10.00 - 17.00
Negotiation workshop
H.B. van den Berg, MSc. (Center for International Legal Cooperation and Director of The Young Diplomat)
Friday 23rd of August 2024
10.30 - 12.00
Visit to the ICJ
13.30 - 15.00
Visit to the US Embassy in the Hague
How cultural diplomacy impacts international relations; a perspective from the Embassy
Speaker to be announced
Saturday 24th of August 2024
13.00 - 15.00
Tour of The Hague follow by a visit to the Maurtishuis for those interested
Sunday 25th of August 2024
Day off
Monday 26th of August 2024
10.00 - 11.30
Visit to the OPCW
15.30 - 17.30
Visit to the ICC
Tuesday 27th of August 2024
10.00 - 17.00
Negotiating Simulation
Wednesday 28th of August 2024
10.00 - 15.00
Negotiation Simulation
15.30 - 17.00
Evaluation and feedback on performance and experiences within the Negotiation Simulation
The program is subject to change depending on the availability of speakers and locations
TUITION FEE
The tuition fee for this Summer School is € 300,00
This fee includes:
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Workshops, lectures, tours of the Hague, embassy visits and final simulation.
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Access to all events (participants may join optional events for an extra fee)
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Signature welcome package.
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All reading materials.
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Certificate of participation.
Fees do not include:
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Accommodation.
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Travel expenses.
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VISA application costs.
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Or any other costs during your stay or incurred by attending this program.
To guarantee personalised and high-quality education we will only host 40 spots.
More information about scholarships can be found below.
APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED
