25 May 2011 - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - In cooperation with the African Union and the support of the International Organization de la Francophonie (OIF), UNITARs’ Multilateral Diplomacy Programme (MDP) has successfully implemented a workshop on Conference Diplomacy and Multilateral Negotiations for the benefit of diplomats accredited to the African Union and the staff of the African Union Commission. The training took place from 23 to 25 May 2011 in Addis Ababa and focused on the preparations for multilateral negotiations, the products and outcomes of conferences and the formal and informal aspects of multilateral decision-making.

Interactive and blended learning

The workshop enabled participants to experiment with and critically assess negotiation techniques through interactive simulation exercises and analyses of real life scenarios. Dealing with crucial issues, the workshop was implemented using an interactive and dynamic learning methodology, incorporating the use of videos, role plays and practical exercises.

This training will be followed by an online, web-based course covering the same subject area, to be launched in September 2011 for the Francophone diplomatic community of Addis Ababa. The course will be delivered in French language thanks to the support of the OIF.