International Conference on Web-Management in Diplomacy
Alumni Panels and conferences EventsThe International Conference on Web-Management in Diplomacy discussed the significance of the internet in public diplomacy and the lack of knowledge in web development techniques despite its growing importance.
International Conference on Language and Diplomacy
Alumni Panels and conferences Language (and) diplomacy EventsThe International Conference on Language and Diplomacy delved into traditional and modern language aspects in diplomacy, exploring topics like negotiation and interpretation as well as challenges brought by technology. The presentations considered theoretical and practical viewpoints on these issues.
Language and diplomacy conference
Conferences, TimelineDiploProjects delved into Language and Diplomacy in 2001, organizing an international conference on the subject. This initiative resulted in a book titled "Language and Diplomacy," comprising papers from conferences held in 2000 and 2001. Dr. Jovan Kurbalija and Hannah Slavik edited the collection.
Internet Guide for Diplomats
The Internet Guide for Diplomats is the first guide specifically conceived and realised to assist diplomats and others involved in international affairs to use the Internet in their work. The book includes both basic technical information about the Internet and specific issues related to the use of the Internet in diplomacy. Examples and illustrations address many common questions including web-management for diplomatic services, knowledge management and distance learning.
Second International Conference on Knowledge and Diplomacy
Alumni Panels and conferences Science diplomacy EventsThe Second International Conference on Knowledge and Diplomacy highlighted the significance of language, documents, and information management for diplomacy, emphasizing the need for organizational adjustments to enhance effectiveness.
Knowledge and diplomacy (2nd conference)
Conferences, TimelineIn February 2000, experts convened for the second international conference on Knowledge and Diplomacy to delve deeper into the subject.
Internet guide for diplomats
Milestones, Publications, TimelineThe Internet Guide for Diplomats, published in 2000 by Jovan Kurbalija and Stefano Baldi, was the inaugural resource designed to aid diplomats and international affairs professionals in utilizing the Internet effectively. It encompassed fundamental technical details about the Internet and addressed pertinent issues relevant to diplomatic Internet usage.
DiploNews starts
Milestones, TimelineDiploNews, an electronic newsletter for the diplomatic community, started on September 1, 1999, offering brief news and useful web links.
Expanding the offering
Courses, TimelineJovan Kurbalija presented on using the internet for diplomat training at the International Studies Association convention in Washington in February 1999.
First postgraduate accredited course
Courses, Milestones, TimelineIn 1999, DiploProjects collaborated with the University of Malta to introduce the first Postgraduate Diploma course in and Diplomacy. It attracted 14 participants from 9 countries, with a blended learning approach including a workshop in Malta and online sessions. This course later developed into the Master in Contemporary Diplomacy, continuing to be provided by Diplo and the University of Malta.