In times of geopolitical, social and economic upheaval, dialogue and collaborative aspects of public diplomacy are crucial. In the past, science and cultural diplomacy were seen as an important contribution of universities. More recently, the focus has shifted to knowledge diplomacy, emphasising education, research and innovation. In this vein, the development of relationships with diverse groups outside of the university sector and the use of collective resources to address needs has become increasingly important.

This webinar investigated how universities are, or should be, part of public diplomacy and in what ways knowledge diplomacy has a role to play.

This Webinar was jointly presented by the International Association of Universities (IAU) and the Centre for the Study of Higher Education (CSHE) at University College Dublin (UCD).

Speakers:

- Co-Chair: Marie Clarke, Dean of Undergraduate Studies, University College Dublin, Ireland Manual word wrap

- Co-Chair: Andreas Corcoran, Deputy Secretary General, International Association of Universities Manual word wrap

- Jo Beal, Emeritus Professor and Distinguished Policy Fellow, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), Vice Chair, SOAS Board of Trustees, and former Director Education and Cultural Engagement at the British Council. Manual word wrap

- Vassiliki Papatsiba, Reader, School of Social Sciences, Cardiff University, UK Manual word wrap

- Tim Gore, Chief Executive Officer, University of London Institute in Paris, France

Watch the webinar here on the IAU Youtube Page.