Diplomatic Excellence & Statecraft Programme – Level 1: Foundations of Diplomacy.

Applications Open for IDU Diplomatic Excellence & Statecraft Programme – Level 1: Foundations of Diplomacy.

IDU Diplomatic Excellence & Statecraft Programme – Level 1: Foundations of Diplomacy, a prestigious five-day executive programme designed to strengthen the knowledge, skills, and global outlook of emerging leaders, diplomats, and international affairs professionals.

The five-day programme brings together diplomats, government officials, policy advisors, young professionals, academics, and emerging changemakers from around the world to explore the principles of diplomatic practice, international relations, and global cooperation.

Through immersive masterclasses, diplomatic simulations, protocol and drafting laboratories, institutional visits, and international networking opportunities, participants will strengthen their understanding of diplomacy, develop professional capabilities, and connect with a global community of leaders shaping the future of international engagement.

Programme Highlights

Masterclasses at the Cambridge Union
Diplomatic Simulations & Protocol Labs
Embassy & Commonwealth Secretariat Visits
International Diplomatic Networking
IDU Professional Certificate & Membership
Pathway to Advanced Levels of the Programme

Programme Details

Programme: IDU Diplomatic Excellence & Statecraft Programme – Level 1: Foundations of Diplomacy

Dates: 12 – 16 October 2026

Locations: Cambridge & London, United Kingdom

👥 Limited to 30 participants.

We invite eligible participants from around the world to apply and become part of this exceptional international diplomatic learning experience.

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Addressing a specific social, humanitarian, or environmental issue to make a positive impact on society.

The Country Program (CP) is IYC’s innovative model for accelerating inclusive and sustainable youth development in UN Member States.

Our accreditations and affiliations are dedicated to mobilizing resources for the revitalized Global Partnership for Sustainable Development, working in collaboration with development partners, to achieve the goals set out in the 2030 Agenda.

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As the global platform for inclusive and sustainable youth development, International Youth Council (IYC) works in all United Nations (UN) members countries and territories to ensure young people’s voices are heard, appreciated, and acted upon.​

Addressing a specific social, humanitarian, or environmental issue to make a positive impact on society.

The Country Program (CP) is IYC’s innovative model for accelerating inclusive and sustainable youth development in UN Member States.

Our accreditations and affiliations are dedicated to mobilizing resources for the revitalized Global Partnership for Sustainable Development, working in collaboration with development partners, to achieve the goals set out in the 2030 Agenda.

This Agenda is a plan of action for people, the planet, and prosperity. It also seeks to strengthen universal peace in larger freedom.

As the global platform for inclusive and sustainable youth development, International Youth Council (IYC) works in all United Nations (UN) members countries and territories to ensure young people’s voices are heard, appreciated, and acted upon.​

Addressing a specific social, humanitarian, or environmental issue to make a positive impact on society.

The Country Program (CP) is IYC’s innovative model for accelerating inclusive and sustainable youth development in UN Member States.

Our accreditations and affiliations are dedicated to mobilizing resources for the revitalized Global Partnership for Sustainable Development, working in collaboration with development partners, to achieve the goals set out in the 2030 Agenda.

This Agenda is a plan of action for people, the planet, and prosperity. It also seeks to strengthen universal peace in larger freedom.

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Direct the impact of your donation to a local level, empowering communities and individuals worldwide who are actively working towards sustainable and equitable development.