The 13th Edition of Young Diplomats Forum (YDF) is a meeting of 100 young and aspiring diplomats from over 75 countries covering every region in the world to tackle hot topics of international affairs.

Moreover, Previous editions took place in Ankara (September 2013), Mexico (June 2014), London ( September 2014). Further,  Greece ( June 2015), Croatia ( September 2016), Latvia ( September 2017), Malaysia ( September 2018) and London ( July 2019). The proceedings and workshops of the forum engage young diplomats with ambassadors, MPs, MEPs, Government officials. Also, Media and Diplomacy experts on different issues of global affairs. In addition, the Young Diplomats Forum is a cultural and entertaining experience that create international friendship amongst participants and engage with institutions in the host country and connect with the place. Further, The Young Diplomats Forum (YDF) is an intensive week-long program of practical sessions, workshops, policy exercises and institutional visits delivered by world leading experts.

In Addition, Set up to recognize, enhance and develop the next generation of diplomats. This community of exceptionally bright and accomplished future leaders will gain further insight, tools, and opportunities to engage with key stakeholders at a crucial time in their careers and broaden their connections to influence global leaders.

Benefits

• Diplomacy in the 21st Century ambassadors and leading experts
• Smart Diplomacy and Digital Diplomacy workshop on the case of the European Union
• Priorities of Belgium Foreign Policy and parliamentarian diplomacy with members of parliament
• Session on Belgium’s Soft Power and Brussels as a world’s Leading Diplomatic Hub
• Further, The Future of the EU: A day-long sessions with EU officials and Parliamentarians on EU Foreign Policy,
• Defense Union and institutional reforms
• The role of think tanks in Foreign Policy
• Institutional visits/sessions at the EU Commission, European Parliament, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of
• Belgium, Belgium Parliament, and NATO
• Also, Cultural visits to historical sites and Museums
• For delegates needing additional requirements for accommodation, including single rooms, please contact us for more information.

Eligibilities

• 18-35 years old
• Interest in International Affairs and Diplomacy
• Leadership Aspirations