Academy of Young Diplomats is recruiting!
Become a Global Leader! Join the Academy of Young Diplomats and kick-start your career in European institutions, international organizations and diplomacy alongside with peers from 60+ countries. Application deadline: 31 October 2018 More
Diplomatic Skills Masterclass has just kicked off!
EAD is proud to host this year edition of the Diplomatic Skills Masterclass, with 189 participants from 13 countries! Negotiations, public speaking, diplomatic protocol and leadership are just a few of the topics covered during an intense week of diplomatic training! Learn more
60 countries and counting!
We are proud to announce the results of the 1st round of recruitment for the Academy of Young Diplomats. A truly diverse group with participants from 60 countries. Gain international experience & unique skills by joining the best leadership and diplomacy program in Central Europe! Learn more
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Last days to apply!
Only until 30th of June you can still apply for the Academy of Young Diplomats! Join the best leadership and diplomacy program in Central Europe, along with 150 emerging leaders from 50+ countries. Learn more about the program.
Students about AYD!
Join a unique program for emerging global leaders and experience 8 world-class hands-on sessions in Warsaw and Cracow, along with 100+ peers from 50+ countries.
Former President of the Republic of Poland Aleksander Kwaśniewski at the closing session of the AYD 14th edition
Our extraordinary students in their national outfits! Meet inspiring international leaders and world-quality trainers in the next edition! Don’t miss the deadline: 30th of June 2018! Apply here! #AYD #FutureLeaders
Best Diplomacy and Leadership Program in Europe!
Are you an aspiring Global Leader ready to take responsibility for the world around you? Apply now, deadline till 30th of June 2018!
2018 VSPS Migration Program „Perceptions of migration in the Visegrad Group” | RECRUITMENT OPEN!
The Visegrad School & the European Academy of Diplomacy are currently recruiting participants from the Visegrad Group (the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia) for the upcoming edition of the 2018 VSPS Annual Program „Perceptions of migration in the Visegrad Group” (VSPS Migration Program) The program is addressed to social activists, young journalists, promising politicians and representatives of NGO etc. VSPS Migration […]
Transatlantic – Russia Civic Workshops | RECRUITMENT
Recruitment for new Visegrad School program – the TRANSATLANTIC – RUSSIA CIVIC WORKSHOP is now underway! The program is an extension of current activities of the Visegrad School of Political Studies, promoting the U.S.-Russia-Visegrad cooperation and collaborative projects. The project will consist of three editions. Each successive edition lasts 5 days and is addressed to 20 […]
Start your international career with Academy of Young Diplomats!
Recruitment for the Academy of Young Diplomats is now open!
New Horizons: Leadership in the Corporate World – AYD 3rd session
The beginning of February was meaningful for all students of the 14th edition of Academy of Young Diplomats. Participants had a delightful opportunity to take part in the III session of AYD on the 2-4th of February.
Role of EU and NATO in providing peace and security in Europe – AYD international conference, 12-14 January 2018
CNRS hosts the launch meeting of the project InsSciDE – Inventing a shared Science Diplomacy for Europe.
The French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) will host the launch meeting of the project InsSciDE -Inventing a shared Science Diplomacy for Europe- at the National Academy of Medicine (Académie nationale de médecine), on 26th January 2018. InsSciDE is funded through the European Horizon 2020 framework under the coordination of Professor Pascal Griset, Sorbonne Université. EAD is one of the major partners of the consortium created to build the project.
Inauguration and Graduation of the Academy of Young Diplomats
On 2nd December 2017, the European Academy of Diplomacy held the graduation of the 13th edition of the Academy of Young Diplomats and inauguration of the 14th edition. The program started with our partner, the Casimir Pulaski Foundation, presenting the Knight of Freedom award to Mary Robinson, President of Ireland (1990 – 1997) and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (1997 – 2000).
2017 EAD Alumni of the Year
We are proud to present the three exceptional individuals, who received the 2017 EAD Alumni of the Year Award!
Meet the students of the Academy of Young Diplomats!
We would like to present a short film showcasing the participants of the AYD, young adepts of diplomacy, who are aiming to work in the EU or international organizations.
AYD meeting with President Mary Robinson
On December 2nd the new students of our flagship leadership and diplomatic program – the Academy of Young Diplomats (AYD) – will begin their adventure by meeting one of the most extraordinary women leaders in the world – Mrs. Mary Robinson – President of Ireland (1990-1997) and United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (1997-2002).
Deadline 31 October!
The Diplomatic Skills Masterclass is designed for mid-career professionals from the international business, public administration and third sector. The course builds on previously acquired soft skills and presents an expanded set of topics that are designed to further prepare participants for the challenges and rigors of diplomacy, international business and working in multinational organizations in the 21st century. The registration […]
Recruitment for the Academy of Young Diplomats 14th Edition !
Our graduates from 50 countries found work in the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of their respective countries, in European institutions, international organizations, public administration and business. You can be one of them!
V4 in Europe Program
We are proud to announce the launch our new initiative focused on the European integration and the Visegrad Group – V4 in EUROPE. The program is dedicated to aspiring experts in the field of European affairs, who want to deepen and share their knowledge, join the international network of young leaders of the Council of Europe and act as speakers during a conference at the Jagiellonian University in Cracow.
Apply for the Fall European Diplomacy Workshop 2017
The Fall European Diplomacy Workshop: EU Foreign Policy program will be held on 27 November – 2 December 2017.
VSPS Meets Russia September session!
The Visegrad School of Political Studies has recently completed the 4th installment of the VSPS Meets Russia program this year. This time is was dedicated to enthusiastic and driven journalists and media representatives from Czechia, Hungary, Poland, Russia and Slovakia and titled Journalism and New Media! The aim of the program was to encourage networking and exchange […]
Diplomatic Skills Masterclass July 2017
Our July 2017 Diplomatic Skills Masterclass has come to an end! We have completed a full 5 days of intensive trainings: public speaking, negotiations, public diplomacy, personal branding, diplomatic protocol, etiquette, effective meetings, written communication, leadership and team management… It was also a unique opportunity to meet extraordinary people from all around the world: Pakistan, […]
Farewell to Prof. Zbigniew Brzezinski
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the European Academy of Diplomacy pays farewell to Prof. Zbigniew Brzezinski, Polish-American geo-strategist, diplomat, former U.S. National Security Advisor and a member of the European Academy of Diplomacy International Honorary Council. Prof. Brzezinski has been supporting EAD for many years with his knowledge, counsel and expertise […]
Nominations for Alumni of the Year 2017
The European Academy of Diplomacy is proud to announce the opening of the nomination process for the 2017 Alumni of the Year Award.
Her Excellency Mary Robinson Guest of Honour of the Academy of Young Diplomats!
We are delighted to announce that H.E. Mary Robinson, President of Ireland (1990 – 1997) will be the Guest of Honour of the Inauguration of 14th edition of our flagship program – the Academy of Young Diplomats on 2nd of December 2017!
8th Session of the Academy of Young Diplomats
We are proud to announce that in one week, on 9 – 11 June, the EAD will be hosting its last and final session of the 13th edition of the Academy of Young Diplomats. We will kick off Friday with a “Leadership in Business” seminar by Dr. Leszek Czarnecki, CEO of the Getin Holding.
7th Session of the Academy of Young Diplomats
Last weekend we hosted the 7th session of the Academy of Young Diplomats. Friday schedule included a meeting with group of local Russian social activists who spoke about the challenges civil society is facing in Russia and the future Russia – West relations.
Last week to apply for AYD scholarships!
Only a week left to apply for Casimir Pulaski Foundation scholarships for our flagship program – the Academy of Young Diplomats! Up to 15 full and partial scholarships will be awarded to best candidates. Check out the requirements and don’t miss the application deadline – 31 May! More about scholarships More about the AYD program
European Diplomacy Workshop: EU Foreign Policy Analysis
The Spring edition of the European Diplomacy Workshop: EU Foreign Policy was held on 27 March – 1 April 2017. This time, the program focused on the development of analytical skills and deepening of the understanding of the various dimensions of the EU external policy. The group of participants consisted of representatives of 13 nations (Albania, Armenia, […]
Workshop Session of the Academy of Young Diplomats!
This weekend the EAD will host the Workshop Session of the Academy of Young Diplomats (AYD). As always we will start on Friday evening with an exceptional guest speaker, Mr. Marek Metrycki.
Spring School of Diplomatic Skills
The Spring School of Diplomatic Skills was successfully held on 20 – 24 March 2017. During the 5 – day program participants from Afghanistan, Georgia, Moldova, Russia and Ukraine took part in workshops covering: public speaking, bilateral negotiations, leadership and team management, public diplomacy, digital diplomacy and diaspora policies, as well as written communication, effective meetings, diplomatic […]
5th Session of the Academy of Young Diplomats
5th session of the #AYD starts tomorrow! This weekend our students are going to discuss current and emerging international threats with Mr. Guy Collyer from #IOIRC – International Office for Innovation in Reducing Crime.
Scholarship opportunities!
Looking for a new challenge? Interested in politics and diplomacy and would like to gain international experience? The Academy of Young Diplomats (AYD) program is for you! Apply for a scholarship and join the next edition of the Academy of Young Diplomats! AYD is an annual diplomatic program for emerging global leaders, preparing future diplomats, civil […]
Recruitment for the Academy of Young Diplomats Open!
We are proud to announce that the 1st round of recruitment for our flagship program – the Academy of Young Diplomats – is now open!
4th Session of the Academy of Young Diplomats!
4th session of AYD 13 is coming! Another opportunity to meet with honorable and knowledgeable guests and attend unique workshops in Warsaw.
Scholarships for the European Diplomacy Workshop awarded !
Only until 19 February you can apply for the scholarships to take part in the upcoming European Diplomacy Workshop: EU Foreign Policy Analysis! The program will be held on 27 March – 1 April.
2017 Family Reunion
We are happy to announce the date for this year Family Reunion: 30 June – 2 July 2017! We are still finalizing the arrangements for the place & all alumni can contribute to the discussion voting for their preferred location via the poll in EAD Alumni closed group.
3rd Session of the Academy of Young Diplomats
The upcoming session of the Academy of Young Diplomats will host Professor Mark Galeotti who will lead opening seminar titled „Europe after the Annexation of Crimea – A New Challenge or a New Security Order?”
External session of the Academy of Young Diplomats
On 14th of January 2017 the European Academy of Diplomacy and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung organized, in cooperation with Jagiellonian University, international conference „The EU Migration & Refugee Crisis” which gathered more than 200 young leaders from 40 countries.
The EU Migration and Refugee Crisis – perspectives from Visegrad & Germany
The European Academy of Diplomacy (EAD), in cooperation with the Konrad Adenauer Foundation and Jagiellonian University, organises an international conference “The EU Migration and Refugee Crisis – perspectives from Visegrad & Germany”.
International Conference in Cracow
On January 13th in Cracow, European Academy of Diplomacy and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung in Poland will organize international conference – “The role of EU and NATO in providing peace and security in Europe”. We cordially invite you to attend this event.
First session of 13th edition Academy of Young Diplomats
Last weekend, around 150 participants took part in first session of Academy of Young Diplomats. On Friday all participants took part in the orientation session, discussed main features of the program and had a chance to meet the European Academy of Diplomacy team.
Mikhail Khodorkovsky at EAD Inauguration
Mr. Mikhail Khodorkovsky was a special guest of the ceremony of Graduation of the 12th edition and Inauguration of the 13th edition of the Academy of Young Diplomats held on 3 December. Mr. Khodorkovsky presented the best graduates with cum laude diplomas. The scholars of the 13th edition received scholarships from Member of the Board […]
Graduation of the 12th edition of the Academy of Young Diplomats
On December 3rd, the graduates of the 12th edition of the Academy of Young Diplomats received their diplomas from the Guest of Honour, Mr. Mikhail Khodorkovsky, who received the Casimir Pulaski Foundation Knight of Freedom Award. During the ceremony the best candidates of the 13th edition were presented scholarships funded by the PZU Foundation and the […]
Nominate the 2016 Alumni of the Year
Dear Alumni, we are waiting for your nominations for the 2016 Alumni of the Year Award! While we pride ourselves in choosing some of the most promising young leaders and contributing to their development, it is our Alumni who continue to achieve and embody the values of the European Academy of Diplomacy’s – Respect & […]
Scholarships for the Academy of Young Diplomats Awarded
We are extremely proud to announce that scholarships for the 13th edition of the Academy of Young Diplomats have been awarded!