Crisis code: Humanitarian protection in the digital age
Alumni Panels and conferences Cyberconflict and warfare EventsA conference titled "Crisis Code: Humanitarian Protection in the Digital Age" will be held on September 27-28 at swissnex San Francisco. The event will focus on protecting crisis-affected populations from cyber-attacks and unintended harm in cyberspace. Topics include collaboration between humanitarian agencies and tech partners, examining international laws, and addressing digital vulnerabilities. Core partners include the Policy Lab, Harvard Humanitarian Initiative, and the University of Geneva. The conference aims to develop solutions to safeguard populations in crisis from digital threats.
Diplo & GIP at the WTO Public Forum 2017
Alumni Panels and conferences Artificial Intelligence, E-commerce and trade, Internet of things EventsDiploFoundation and the Geneva Internet Platform will be active at the WTO Public Forum 2017. They will provide just-in-time session reports and summaries, focusing on emerging trends in digital technology's impact on e-commerce. Key speakers include Marion Jansen, Raymond Saner, Rashid S. Kaukab, and Adam Schlosser. The session will analyze the effects of IoT, big data, and AI on e-commerce. Follow @genevagip for updates.
New course Negotiation Skills 2017
Alumni Courses Negotiations EventsThe course "Negotiation Skills 2017" teaches practical skills for successful negotiations in various non-traditional diplomacy fields. It includes theory, case studies, and an online simulation exercise. Aimed at government and non-government professionals within education, health, Internet Governance, humanitarian, and development diplomacy sectors. Offered by the Center for Education Diplomacy and DiploFoundation, the course starts on 18 September 2017. Apply by 21 August to participate. Contact admissions@diplomacy.edu for more information.
Negotiating with robots: Future or fiction?
humAInism Artificial Intelligence, Digital diplomacy, Diplomatic theory and practice, Gender rights online, Internet governance and digital policy, Online education BlogsWe reflect on the prospect of AI and robots becoming negotiators, examining the implications for diplomacy, ethics, and the future of human-machine interaction.
New partnership with Argentina for diplomatic training
Courses, Milestones, TimelineDiplo has partnered with Argentina's National Foreign Service Institute to enhance online diplomatic training through a recent memorandum of understanding.
Diplo launches new home for alumni network
Milestones, TimelineDiplo created a Facebook group called Diplo Alumni for its alumni on 12 September 2017. It serves as a platform for former students to connect, collaborate on ideas, and stay updated on activities and opportunities in a more informal setting.
Diplo at MyData 2017
Alumni Panels and conferences Data and diplomacy, Data governance EventsDiplo representatives will present on big data for diplomacy at MyData 2017, focusing on opportunities, limitations, and challenges. The conference, spanning August 30 to September 1, convenes a diverse audience to discuss human-centric personal data management across various industry sectors and research themes in Tallinn and Helsinki.
Towards a secure cyberspace via regional co-operation
The study Towards a secure cyberspace via regional co-operation provides an overview of the international dialogue on establishing norms of state behaviour and confidence-building measures in cyberspace.
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.
