Institute for Cultural Diplomacy

A Vision for Germany: New Perspectives on National and International Challenges
Berlin, August 16th-21st, 2010

Call for Applications

The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD) is currently accepting applications for Cultural Bridges in Germany: A Forum for Young Leaders (CBG), which will take place in Berlin from August 16th-21st, 2010. This Weeklong Seminar has been designed to give an insight into contemporary issues concerning German economics, politics, and society and to explore alternative visions for the future of Germany and its role in the world.

Who can apply?
The Seminar is open to applications from current students and young professionals, who have an interest in exploring Germany’s domestic as well as international challenges and chances.

What will the Cultural Bridges in Germany Weeklong Seminar involve?
The program for the Weeklong Seminar will consist of lectures, seminars, workshops, and cultural activities in and around Berlin. The participants will meet with leading figures from the political, diplomatic, academic and civil society spheres to discuss the challenges and opportunities of Germany and consider organized cultural exchange can help in improving the inner-German relations.

What are the aims of the Cultural Bridges in Germany Weeklong Seminar?
The Seminar aims to inform the participants about the field of Cultural Diplomacy and its importance today, raise awareness of key issues in the relationship in focus, create a network between the Seminar participants, and give the participants creative ideas and support for future initiatives.

What happens after the Cultural Bridges in Germany Seminar?
After completing the Weeklong Seminar the participants become members of the Cultural Bridges in Germany Forum. They are then supported by the ICD in conducting research, in organizing and developing leadership initiatives, and are invited to join the ICD Online Forum where they can network with the other Young Leaders from around the world.

More information about the Seminars, including brochures, timetables, and the online application form, can be found under the following url:
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/culturalbridges/index.php?de

For questions please use the following email address: cbg@culturaldiplomacy.org

We look forward to see you in Berlin.

Warmest regards,

Katharina Müller
Cultural Bridges in Germany Managing Director
Institute for Cultural Diplomacy

http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org

Please note that the seminar will be held in German.