Diplo joins NoC
Milestones, TimelineDiplo joined the Global Network of Internet and Society Research Centers (NoC) in March 2015, an initiative focused on interdisciplinary research and policy regarding the Internet.
Small and developing country scholarship fund
Milestones, TimelineDiplo initiated a crowdfunding campaign in May 2014 to create a scholarship fund for small and developing countries.
Launch of the Geneva Internet Platform
Milestones, TimelineThe Geneva Internet Platform was launched to enhance global digital policy discussions by bridging silos, supporting small countries, monitoring policies, and facilitating evidence-based research.
First Geneva briefing on IG
Milestones, TimelineA monthly Geneva briefing on Internet Governance began in February 2014 as part of the Geneva Internet Platform project.
Diplo in the news
Milestones, TimelineSwitzerland announced project support for the Asia-Europe Public Diplomacy Initiative in 2013 to train 100 early career diplomats in public diplomacy.
10 years of Diplo
Milestones, TimelineThe International Conference on Innovation in Diplomacy examined e-diplomacy and traditional diplomatic functions, reflecting on the challenges and successes of innovation in the field over the past 20 years. It highlighted the necessity for innovation despite the traditional, hierarchical, and cautious nature of diplomacy. The event marked both the 10th anniversary of Diplo and 20 years of e-diplomacy in Malta.
20 years of e-diplomacy
Milestones, TimelineDiplo celebrated 20 years of e-diplomacy in 2012 by launching new training courses and seminars, culminating in a conference in November of that year.
Diplo in the media
Milestones, TimelineDiplo launched Diplo in the Media in July 2012 to showcase articles by its team of diplomats and experts in public media, highlighting their unique insights on diplomatic issues.
Online training in Humanitarian Diplomacy starts….
Milestones, Timeline CoursesOnline training in Humanitarian Diplomacy begins, provided by DipiloFoundation and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. The course involves a diverse faculty of experts worldwide, aiming to reach individuals from varied cultural and professional backgrounds. Further information can be accessed through an anniversary text by course leader Ambassador Christopher Lamb.
Ten main developments in 2011
Milestones, TimelineIn December 2011, Dr. Jovan Kurbalija, the director of Diplo, made predictions for digital policy for 2012, initiating an annual tradition of forecasting.
