Launching on Thursday, 15th October | Online
Online Meetings and Conferences: How to Run Effective and Secure Events
With recent limitations to international travel, online meetings have become a key working tool for governments, businesses, and organisations worldwide. Diplomacy and global governance have been particularly affected as meetings, conferences, and other major events have been cancelled worldwide.
In our intensive and updated short online course, participants will learn how to organise and run online and hybrid events, including: choosing and using appropriate technical platforms, planning the entire process from the initial idea to follow-ups, and effectively moderating meetings. Using a just-in-time approach, the course will address the developments in online and blended meetings and events as they unfold.
Online Meetings and Conferences: How to Run Effective and Secure Events
22 Jan 21 - online
Hybrid conference: The future of (multilateral) diplomacy
22 Oct 20 - 22 Oct 20Online and in situ
Launch of the Help Desk for inclusive governance
24 Sep 20 - 24 Sep 20Online
Launch: ConfTech’s Library on the Future of Meetings
17 Sep 20 - 17 Sep 20Online
Online conference ‘The Future of Meetings’
12 May 20 - 12 May 20Online
How to organise and run online meetings during COVID-19 times
17 Mar 20 - Online
DiploFoundation and Geneva Internet Platform at 10th IGF in Brazil
10 Nov 15 - 13 Nov 15João Pessoa, Brazil, and online
Diplo workshops on Day 3 of #IGF2013
24 Oct 13 - Bali, Indonesia
E-participation Day: towards a more open UN?
19 Jun 13 - Geneva
[Webinar] E-participation: promoting transparency and inclusion in international discussions
31 May 13 - online
[Webinar] E-participation
21 May 13 - Online
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14 Jun, 2023
Hybrid is hybrid: Testing the limits of hybrid meetings
The message explores the concept of hybrid meetings, emphasizing the importance of ensuring all participants have a meaningful experience, regardless of their mode of participation. It shares insights[...]
30 Nov, 2021
Can an empty chair save COP26?
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28 Oct, 2021
X-Ray of the 76. UN General Assembly
Heads of states returned to New York for the 76th UN General Assembly, with around 40% delivering speeches online in a truly hybrid event. Themes included emotional diplomatic language, pandemic, clim[...]
12 Oct, 2021
One year of the ‘new normal’
The message reflects on one year of adapting to the 'new normal' of online communication and work brought about by the global pandemic. It discusses the growth in use of platforms like Teams and Zoom,[...]
24 Mar, 2021
Innovation in online meetings: SEEDIG 6
SEEDIG 6, the 6th South Eastern European Dialogue on Internet Governance, originally planned as an in-person event in Moldova, has transitioned to an innovative online format due to current circumstan[...]
20 Sep, 2020
[ConfTech #4 discussion summary] (Cyber)Security and the shift to online
The sudden shift to online due to the COVID-19 crisis has raised cybersecurity concerns, with a focus on protecting critical infrastructure and new vulnerable assets. Remote work has increased vulnera[...]
14 Apr, 2020
[ConfTech #5 discussion summary] How to ensure the functional continuity of global diplomacy in a time of crisis
Global diplomacy is adapting to the challenges posed by COVID-19 through innovations like virtual summits and online voting. Language interpretation and traditional voting systems are key challenges. [...]
03 Apr, 2020
[ConfTech #2 discussion summary] Technology and human rights in times of crisis
The discussion at the ConfTech Lab focused on technology and human rights during crises like COVID-19. Key topics included the impact on rights like access to information, privacy, and freedom of expr[...]
27 Mar, 2020
[ConfTech #3 discussion summary] Technology and human rights in times of crisis Could COVID-19 disrupt the Internet?
The web discussion by Diplo's Conference Tech Lab explored how COVID-19 could disrupt the internet due to increased traffic. Issues like congestion and lag were noted, especially as daily activities m[...]
25 Mar, 2020
[ConfTech #1 discussion summary] Diplomacy goes virtual as Coronavirus goes viral: How to organise and run online meetings
Diplo's Conference Tech Lab organized a web discussion on organizing successful online meetings amid the COVID-19 outbreak, highlighting the importance of innovation, preparation, and inclusive e-part[...]
18 Mar, 2020
Diplomacy goes virtual as the coronavirus goes viral
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06 Mar, 2020
2022
[HOW-TO] How to use GoBrunch for hosting an event
GoBrunch is a platform for webinars and meetings, which creates a positive engagement among participants. It is very easy to use, it only takes a few ... Read more
2022
[HOW-TO] How to use Airmeet for hosting an event
Airmeet is a versatile virtual networking and video conferencing platform suitable for various events, including informal gatherings, panel discussion... Read more
2022
[HOW-TO] How to use SpatialChat for hosting an event
SpatialChat is a virtual space where people can meet and talk about different topics. The experience is similar to Zoom breakout rooms, but SpatialCha... Read more
2021
[HOW-TO]: Enabling closed caption on your Zoom account
One of the popular Zoom tools is auto-generated captions. From now on, all Zoom Meetings accounts have access to them, the free and the licensed ones.... Read more
2021
[HOW-TO] How to use the Mentimeter app in Zoom
Mentimeter has recently become available in the Zoom Marketplace, making it easier to use during online meetings. Mentimeter is an online voting tool ... Read more
2021
[HOW-TO] How to use Mozilla Hubs for hosting an event
Hubs is a place where you can meet people in a 3D environment.... Read more
2021
[HOW-TO] How to use Wonder for hosting an event
Wonder is a video communication platform that allows for larger online group gatherings that mirror on-site meetings.... Read more
2021
[GUIDE] How to set up your online conferencing presentation
This tutorial will help you set up the scene, lighting, camera, and audio in your home office or studio environment for the optimal videoconference ex... Read more
2021
ConfTech Help Desk: Frequently asked questions
The resource contains a list of commonly asked questions about the set-up of online meetings and conferences and the use of online conferencing tools.... Read more
2020
[HOW-TO] How to use Jitsi for hosting an event
Jitsi is a set of open-source projects that enables users to create secure video conferences easily.... Read more
2020
[HOW-TO] Broadcasting yourself on social media
The number of social media users who follow livestreams has increased. With this in mind, you can broadcast yourself (and your speakers) directly on s... Read more
2020
[HOW-TO] How to use Teooh for hosting an event
Teooh is a social platform that enables creators and communities to engage in virtual live multi-way conversations.... Read more
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