The ICD Young Leaders Forum Annual Conference 2011
Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations; New Actors; New Initiatives; New Targets

(Berlin, Annual Young Leaders Conference, December 15th - 21st, 2011)
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Event Introduction

The ICD Young Leaders Forum Annual Conference 2011 is part of the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy’s Annual Academic Conference during which Cultural Diplomacy initiatives; key political, economic and social shifts and the changes in the International System are discussed. The aim of the conference this year is to reflect on the role of new actors, new initiatives and new targets in terms of key international issues and on how Cultural Diplomacy takes place.

In today’s rapidly globalizing world, the exploration of cultural diplomacy initiatives within the sphere of International Relations is vital. With the transition from the traditional bi-polar international structure towards a more multi-polar world understanding state perspectives, different cultures and different traditions is important if the international system is to remain stable. The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy recognizes that all areas of the international system must be addressed and the Annual Young Leaders Meeting and Academic Conference provide the opportunity to discuss the past year, present initiatives and the future of Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations.

The program will consist of lectures, seminars, debates and panel discussions that will feature leading figures from international politics & diplomacy, academia, civil society, and the private sector. Furthermore, the Young Leaders will be able to present on topics of their choice and fully participating in the Academic Conference.

Conference Participants »

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

If you would like to reserve a position, please click on the "Apply Now" link below:

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.

Conference Locations

Based in Berlin, the conference will be hosted at a number of important political, historic, and cultural locations across the city.

Conference Speakers

Speakers during the conference will include leading figures and experts from civil society, international politics, academia, diplomacy, and the private sector from across the world. These speakers will include a number of individuals from the ICD Advisory Board (for further information about the Advisory Board please click here).

Participant Papers »

The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy encourages research and progressive thought on the fields of culture, globalization, and international relations. As such, the ICD welcomes participants of the conference to submit relevant papers addressing topics within these fields particular to their interests and passions. Participants can submit papers written in the past for other purposes or ongoing research, or written specifically for the conference. Groups of students are also allowed to submit collaborative pieces of work.

Conference Agenda »

As part of the Annual Academic Conference the goal of the Annual Young Leaders Forum 2011 is to provide a platform on which discussion can take place on the relationship between cultural diplomacy and international relation.

The Annual Young Leaders Forum 2011 aims to facilitate discussion on the future of cultural diplomacy within the international system and analyze and evaluate the role of new actors, initiatives and targets and how these will affect inter-state relationships.

In discussing these issues the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy hopes to facilitate new tools to promote international relationships and cooperation in a globalised world. With the participation of interested young professionals, the Annual Young Leaders Forum has the potential to engage directly with the future of the international system. (more)