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Aimed at promoting and supporting global peace and stability by increasing intercultural relations at different levels, the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD) is an international, not-profit organization with its headquarter in Berlin, Germany. The ICD has emerged as one of the main cultural exchange organizations of Europe in the past few years and is known for its programs that focus on increasing interaction among members of different societies and cultures from across the world.
The ICD has announced a call for applications to interested stakeholders to participate in three events, all of which will take place in London and Berlin during July and August 2011.
These events will bring together young professionals, students and scholars, governmental and diplomatic officials, civil society practitioners, private sector representatives, journalists, and other interested stakeholders from across the world for a program of lectures, workshops, group discussions and cultural excursions featuring leading figures from the fields of politics, the arts, academia, media, and business.
The ICD is currently accepting applications for participation to the following events, set to take place in London and Berlin between 25th July and 31st August 2011:
“A Three Piece Puzzle”: London, August 25th – 29th, 2011
“A Three Piece Puzzle” is an international Conference taking place in London from August 25th – 29th, 2011 that explores the relationship between culture, international relations and globalisation through a program of workshops, lectures & discussions, debates, film screenings, art exhibitions, performances and cultural activities. The event will bring together artists and practitioners from the fields of culture, literature, and music, that will share their perspectives alongside renowned academics and leading figures from international politics, diplomacy, civil society, and the public sector.
Art as Cultural Diplomacy: London, August 22nd – 29th, 2011
Art as Cultural Diplomacy: A Forum for Young Leaders (ACD) is a network of young, influential individuals from across the world, who have an interest in art, music, cultural studies, international relations, political science, peace studies, and diplomacy. The ACD Weeklong Seminar is an international and interdisciplinary gathering of students, young professionals, and cultural practitioners from across the world, which will take place in London from August 22nd – 29th, 2011. The seminar provides an excellent opportunity for young people to expand their knowledge of current and future developments in these fields, meet with current and former key cultural players and politicians, build sustainable networks with each other, and experience the rich and diverse cultural life of the city of London.
The ICD Academy for Cultural Diplomacy: Berlin, July 25th – 31st, 2011
ICD Academy Sessions are weeklong programs that explore the role of cultural diplomacy in contemporary international relations. Each program features lectures, seminars and workshops lead by experts from the fields of international politics, diplomacy, academia, civil society, and the private sector. Each Academy Session will bring together an interdisciplinary group of individuals from across the world. Typical participants include young professionals, students, civil society practitioners, scholars and academics, journalists, and private sector representatives.
The academy’s July session is currently going on in Berlin, from July 25th – 31st, 2011.
During their time in Berlin participants will also have the opportunity to take part in cultural and social activities and to visit institutions such as the German Foreign Office, the German Parliament, the Berlin City Hall, cultural institutions and Berlin-based embassies.
For more information and details, visit this link.
