Welcome to Cultural Diplomacy in Africa: A Forum for Young Leaders

Cultural Diplomacy in Africa: A Forum for Young Leaders (CDA) is a network of young proffessionalsfrom across the world, who share an interest in the African continent. The program is based on the recognition that cultural diplomacy represents an important tool in helping Africa to address the challenges it currently faces. The network conducts ongoing activity aimed at supporting development and strengthening relations between different countries and cultural groups within Africa, and between African and external partners.

Individuals can join the CDA Forum by taking part in one of the CDA Weeklong Seminars, which are held every 4-6months. Each CDA Weeklong Seminar will be focused on a specific theme related to the African continent and the goals of the Forum. These Weeklong Seminars include lectures, seminars, and workshops lead by experts from the fields of politics, academia, and civil society, as well as cultural and social activities. In addition to raising awareness amongst the participants of the field of cultural diplomacy and salient issues concerning the African continent, the week also provides an opportunity to network and experience the vibrant Berlin.

Once they have joined the CDA Forum, members are supported by the ICD in organizing leadership initiatives, conducting academic research, and are invited to join the ICD Online Forum - enabling them to share information and communicate with likeminded individuals across the world.

About CDA Weeklong Seminars (More »)

ndividuals can join the CDA Forum by taking part in one of the CDA Weeklong Seminars, which are held every 4-6 months. Each CDA Weeklong Seminar will be focused on a specific theme related to Africa and the goals of the Forum. These Weeklong Seminars include lectures, seminars, and workshops; lead by experts from the fields of politics, academia, and civil society, as well as cultural and social activities: Once they have joined the CDA Forum, members are supported by the ICD in organizing leadership initiatives, conducting academic research, and are invited to join the ICD Alumni Forum - enabling them to share information and communicate with likeminded individuals from across the world.

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The seminar is open to applications from young professionals, students and scholars, civil society practitioners, private sector representatives, journalists, and other interested stakeholders from across the world.

The application form for the next Weeklong Seminar can be accessed by clicking on "Seminar Application Form" on the left-hand-side or by clicking "Apply Now!" below.

If you would like to reserve a position please click on the Apply button below:

Weeklong Seminar Agenda

In addition to looking in greater detail at the history and development of cultural diplomacy, the next CDA Weeklong Seminar will focus on the following theme:

“Cultural Diplomacy & Sustainable Development in Africa”

Certificate of Attendance

All participants will be awarded an official certificate of attendance upon completion of the program, which provides details about the speakers and topics at the conference. Each certificate will be signed by members of the ICD's Advisory Board.

ICD Alumni Program »

All seminarparticipants will be invited to join the ICD alumni program. The “ICD Alumni Group” is an international network of like-minded individuals with an interest in further developing the field of cultural diplomacy through the support of intercultural relations. Participation in the group is by invitation only, and is open only to individuals who have taken part in ICD programs. Members of the ICD Alumni Group will benefit from the following opportunities (more).