Vienna, Austria · Since 2017

Programmes

Alongside our Erasmus+ trainings, AOD runs its own programmes in diplomacy, international relations and leadership — in person and online — for students, young leaders, practitioners and academics.

Delegates at their desks during a MENAMUN committee session

01 · In person

MENAMUN

Middle East and North Africa Model United Nations

A simulation of the United Nations and other international legal, political, economic and social bodies. Students take on the roles of diplomats and ambassadors representing states or NGOs, and experience the complexity of international relations and negotiation first-hand.

2017

Sousse
180 delegates

2018

Sousse
200 delegates

2019

Hammamet
225 delegates

Next edition: [to be announced]

Committees, fees, past editions and photo gallery

A participant standing on an avenue lined with national flags

02 · Online · One year

AOD Fellowship

A one-year programme, comparable to postgraduate study, with theoretical and practical training in diplomacy and international relations. It builds research and analysis skills step by step.

Fellows who complete the year receive the title Contributing Researcher.

More details Curriculum, requirements and scholarships
Graduates of a diplomatic training holding their certificates outdoors

03 · Online & in person

Diploma in International Development & Diplomacy

A practical programme that gives young leaders the experience, skills and competences they need to take part in international relations, global development and diplomatic studies.

  • Dialogue
  • Negotiation
  • Mediation
More details Phases, topics, certificate and fees
Forum participants working together on a flipchart

04 · In person

Capacity Building Forum

The forum discovers and trains potential changemakers who drive growth and economic development. It raises awareness of business innovation and supports entrepreneurs and managers with strategies to sustain their projects.

First edition: North Africa Capacity Building Forum, Tunisia, 17–20 July 2019

More details Curriculum, outcomes and gallery
A small group working together at a laptop

05 · In person · 10–30 participants

Custom training programmes

Designed for groups of 10 to 30 participants, with training materials tailored to your group’s language, topics, schedule and professional interests.

Approach, example topics and photos

Members hear about programmes first.

Members receive invitations to all AOD events and reduced fees for paid programmes.

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