Course Details

Training Course on Parliamentary Diplomacy and Stakeholder Engagement

INTRODUCTION

Parliamentary diplomacy has become an essential tool in fostering international cooperation and dialogue between legislative bodies. As globalization brings complex challenges, parliamentarians and legislative staff need to enhance their diplomatic skills to engage more effectively on international platforms. This course aims to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to navigate parliamentary diplomacy and stakeholder engagement.

Stakeholder engagement is also critical in ensuring that public policies are aligned with the needs and concerns of citizens and other relevant groups. In this course, participants will explore best practices in stakeholder management and communication strategies that foster cooperation and understanding.

DURATION

10 days

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of the 10-day training, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the role of parliamentary diplomacy in international relations and how it differs from traditional diplomacy.
2. Enhance diplomatic skills for effective communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution in the context of parliamentary diplomacy.
3. Develop strategies for stakeholder engagement, ensuring inclusiveness, transparency, and participation.
4. Foster collaboration between parliaments and international organizations for peacebuilding, trade negotiations, and global issues such as climate change, human rights, and security.
5. Learn the legal and procedural frameworks that govern international parliamentary organizations and their role in diplomacy.
6. Understand the importance of public participation in legislative processes and develop methods for ensuring diverse perspectives are represented.
7. Apply communication and negotiation skills in practical, real-world scenarios involving both domestic and international stakeholders.

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Introduction to Parliamentary Diplomacy

• Defining Parliamentary Diplomacy
• The role of parliaments in international relations
• Case studies: Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and other international parliamentary bodies
• Differences between traditional diplomacy and parliamentary diplomacy

Module 2: Diplomacy in Practice: Tools and Techniques

• Key diplomatic skills: communication, negotiation, and mediation
• Diplomatic protocols and etiquette
• Multilateral and bilateral negotiations
• Simulation exercises: Negotiation scenarios

Module 3: Stakeholder Engagement Fundamentals

• Identifying and mapping stakeholders
• Best practices in stakeholder engagement
• Tools for effective communication with stakeholders
• Inclusivity and diversity in stakeholder engagement

Module 4: Legislative Diplomacy in International Organizations

• How international organizations engage with national parliaments
• The role of parliamentary diplomacy in multilateral organizations like the UN, WTO, and regional bodies
• Engaging in international policy discussions and agreements

Module 5: Public Participation and Legislative Processes

• Mechanisms for public participation in legislative processes
• Case studies on effective public engagement
• Balancing public input with parliamentary sovereignty
• Building trust and transparency between stakeholders and parliament

Module 6: Conflict Resolution and Mediation in Diplomacy

• Conflict management strategies in parliamentary diplomacy
• Mediation processes and techniques
• Case studies: Conflict resolution through parliamentary channels
• Practical exercises in diplomatic mediation

Module 7: Communication Strategies in Stakeholder Engagement

• Crafting messages for diverse audiences
• Communication tools for public engagement and advocacy
• Handling difficult conversations and managing opposition
• Social media and digital diplomacy

Module 8: Legal and Procedural Frameworks of Parliamentary Diplomacy

• Understanding international legal frameworks governing parliamentary diplomacy
• Treaties, conventions, and legislative oversight
• Procedural rules and protocols in multilateral diplomacy

Module 9: International Relations and Policy Influence

• Understanding global political and economic trends
• How parliamentarians influence international policy and agreements
• Developing policy positions in international forums
• Case studies: Parliamentary diplomacy on global issues (e.g., climate change, trade, security)

Module 10: Case Studies and Best Practices

• Analyzing real-world examples of successful parliamentary diplomacy and stakeholder engagement
• Lessons learned from regional and global parliamentary organizations
• Wrap-up discussions and group presentations
• Interactive workshops on developing engagement strategies

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com