VoDI
VoDI Dialogue Forum
High-level dialogue through global and regional forums, policy roundtables and the annual flagship conference.
See eventsWhere dialogue, research and training meet
VoDI delivers its mandate through five structures and a set of thematic initiatives — each one connecting the Institute to a different part of the diplomatic community.
Structures
Key programs
VoDI Academy
Professional and certified training in diplomacy and international relations, leadership and negotiation, aviation, climate and energy.
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Research & Policy Institute
Policy research and analysis, publications and briefs, strategic advisory and policy innovation.
Read the research
Fellowship Programs
The Diplomacy Fellowship and Aviation Fellowship: practical learning, mentorship and professional networks.
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Voice of Diplomacy Podcast
Expert insights, diplomatic perspectives and discussions on global affairs with practitioners and leaders.
Listen now
Thematic Initiatives
Specialised initiatives advancing our priority areas across diplomacy, aviation, climate and energy.
See the initiativesPriority areas
Thematic initiatives
Voice of Diplomacy InitiativePromoting diplomacy and global affairs dialogue — the initiative that gives the Institute its name and its podcast.
Aviation Diplomacy InitiativeChampioning aviation cooperation and connectivity, from air services and policy to the diplomacy behind them.
Climate & Energy Diplomacy InitiativeAdvancing climate and energy dialogue and action, including negotiation support and regional cooperation.
Delivery
Functions & services
Research & policy analysisIndependent, policy-oriented research and published analysis
Strategic advisory servicesTailored advice for ministries, institutions and partners
Diplomatic training & capacity buildingProfessional and certified programmes for individuals and organizations
Forums, conferences & policy dialoguesConvening across governments, multilaterals, academia and industry
Partnership & stakeholder engagementBuilding and managing long-term institutional partnerships
Knowledge production & publicationsPapers, briefs, reports and an open research library
Professional fellowships & mentorshipStructured development for emerging leaders
In focus
Aviation, climate and energy
Aviation Diplomacy
Advancing aviation cooperation, connectivity and diplomatic engagement — an emerging field where policy, industry and diplomacy meet.
- Air connectivity and market access
- Aviation policy and regulation
- Aviation Fellowship and executive training
Climate & Energy Diplomacy
Promoting dialogue, knowledge and cooperation on climate and energy issues across the region and beyond.
- Climate negotiation and delegation support
- Energy transition and access
- Climate and energy training tracks
Partner on a programme
Host a forum, co-design a training programme, or bring a thematic initiative to your institution.