The global community is currently stuck in a tricky situation, due to the complexity, frequency, and magnitude of various crises, amidst the intense disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. With all-out hostilities between Ukraine and Russia, Israel and Palestine, unrests in Sudan and Yemen, and recent revolutions in a number of developing countries by the youth, commonly referred to as the Gen Zs, the world is witnessing some of the worst conflicts since the end of the Second World War. Moreover, the acute erosion of international norms, the scramble for economic resources, and the corruption, hubris, and impunity by the ruling elite, have only exacerbated the demands on an already overstretched eco-system, further resulting in massive inequalities, joblessness, hopelessness, and despair. The cumulative impacts of these issues have led to a more polarized world, casting a shadow on the ambitious pursuit of the Sustainable Developments Goals, targeted for 2030. Against this background, it is important to scrutinize the link between development actors, as purveyors of innovations to intended adopters, and to reflect on the role played by the multifaceted and dynamic disciplines of development communication, diplomacy, and law, in order to seek solutions that are cohesive in both theory and praxis.
During this interactive session, we shall discuss the three concepts of development communication, diplomacy, and law, elaborating how they mutually reinforce each other, to create a hybrid asset that can applied to strengthen institutional structures, making them fit for purpose. We shall then examine the interaction of elements in the three disciplines, to maintain a vibrant conversation.
Agenda:
- 12.30 – 12.45 Welcome
- 12.45 – 13.30 Lecture by Dr. Sarah Karinge
- 12.45 Start Lunch Buffet
- 13.30 – 14.30 Q&A and Networking
- 14.30 End
Participant fee:
BDA House of Diplomacy Member: free of charge
BDA House of Diplomacy Non-Member: 45 euro excl. 21% VAT
Registration:
Please send an email to delia.barbu@vub.be.
Participation is guaranteed upon written confirmation only.
Cancellation:
Registrations can be cancelled or changed at no charge until Wednesday, September 11th, at 10:00 AM.
For cancellations made after this deadline, a late cancellation fee of 20 euros + VAT will apply.
In the case of a no-show, participants agree to pay the full registration fee of 45 euros + VAT.
These fees are meant to cover the administrative and catering costs.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Venue:
Vanbelle Law
Avenue du Général de Gaulle / Generaal de Gaullelaan 47
1050 Brussels
https://www.vanbellelaw.com/
Catering is kindly offered by www.lepecheurnord.com.
