Europe Meets Latin America: A Forum for Young Leaders
Weeklong Seminar (May 26th – 31st, 2009, Berlin)
Call for Applications
The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy is delighted to announce the details of the forthcoming Weeklong Seminar for our program Europe Meets Latin America: A Forum for Young Leaders, which will take place in Berlin from 26th – 31st May, 2009.
Who can apply?
The program is open to applications from any individuals with two years university experience, including young professionals, and an active interest in European-Latin American relations.
What will the Weeklong Seminar involve?
The program for the Weeklong Seminar will consist of lectures, seminars, workshops, and cultural activities in and around Berlin. The participants will meet with leading figures from the political, diplomatic, academic and civil society spheres to discuss the state of relations between Europe and Latin America and consider how they can be supported through organised cultural exchange.
What is the aim of the Weeklong Seminar?
The Seminar aims to inform the participants about the field of Cultural Diplomacy and its importance today, raise awareness of key issues in the European-Latin American Relationship, create a network between the Seminar participants, and give them creative ideas and support for future initiatives they can organise.
What happens after the Seminar?
After completing the Weeklong Seminar, the participants become members of the Europe Meets Latin America Forum. They are then supported by the ICD in conducting research, in organising and developing leadership initiatives, and are invited to join the ICD Online Forum where they can network with the other Young Leaders from around the world. The Forum activity is aimed at creating sustainable initiatives that bring to Europe and Latin American closer together.
Where can I find more information?
Further information about the next Weeklong Seminar, including the online application forum, can be found under:
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index. ... g-seminars
Further information about the Forum as a whole can be found under:
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index. ... troduction
Further information about the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy can be found under:
www.culturaldiplomacy.org
Any enquiries regarding the program can be sent to emla@culturaldiplomacy.org
We look forward to your contact,
The Europe Meets Latin America Team
Institute for Cultural Diplomacy