An 7t nu h al N E T W O R K I N G F O R D I P LO M AT S Induction Seminar An Introduction to Diplomacy in London PREMIUM PARTNERS SPONSORED & HOSTED BY GOLD SPONSORS Friday 17 October 2014 • 09:00 - 18:00 No 11 Cavendish Square, LONDON W1G OAN Rowland Brothers I N T E R N A T I O N A L www.embassymagazine.com Induction Seminar 2014 Friday 17 October 2014 • 09:00 - 18:00 • No 11 Cavendish Square, London W1G OAN N E T W O R K I N G F O R D I P L O M AT S A FREE orientation programme for new diplomats and their families A great introduction to the diplomatic life in London Meet essential contacts for your work The seminar is ideal for diplomats of all ranks who have been in the capital for less than a year. In the introductory session, diplomats will meet the FCO’s Protocol Directorate, HM Marshal of the Diplomatic Corps and the Dean of Diplomatic Corps. There will be a series of six workshops for various diplomatic portfolios: political; economic; cultural and education; press and public diplomacy; consular and home affairs; and administration and finance. Here diplomats will get an overview of how their Whitehall department functions and meet contacts useful to their work. Embassy Managers, Admin Attachés and Community Liaison Officers are invited to join an Embassy Managers Meeting with FCO Protocol and to meet reputable diplomatic suppliers. NEW: Diplomatic spouse programme The orientation day will also assist diplomatic families adjusting to life in London. A tailored spouse programme will be introduced for the first time this year, with a series of workshops and networking opportunities specifically for spouses and partners – including male spouses! These will include sessions on professional development, further study, employment and volunteering as well as family-orientated workshops on schooling and childcare. Spouses will also be introduced to wellestablished expat spouse networks and will be invited to get to know other diplomatic spouses in their neighbourhood. Living in London sessions These workshops will assist both diplomats and spouses and include an essential Personal Safety Seminar hosted by the Diplomatic Protection Group, as well as informative workshops covering health, finance, further study, accommodation and transport. Exhibition, networking and prizes There is an exhibition area of reputable diplomatic suppliers and there will be plenty of opportunity to network with fellow colleagues and spouses informally over coffee and lunch. A relaxed drinks reception and prize draw will close a busy day. Uganda High Commission The event was well organised, useful and informative South Africa High Commission The seminar was very well organized and successful. It is very useful to get along with so many colleagues Chinese Embassy An extremely useful and spot-on introduction to new diplomats covering all the major essentials for newcomers to London! Embassy of Qatar The seminar was a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and to get a first glimpse on various facets of the diplomatic life in London Embassy of Romania This is a must-attend seminar to get a head start in your new posting – and it is totally free. But space is VERY limited so register NOW (details below) To register email [email protected] or fax 01981 541082 Induction Seminar 2014 Friday 17 October 2014 • 09:00 - 18:00 • No 11 Cavendish Square, London W1G OAN Reasons to attend • Meet the Dean and the Marshal of the Diplomatic Corps • Learn about diplomatic privileges and immunities from the Protocol Directorate • Find out about London’s diverse diplomatic associations • Attend diplomacy workshops and meet key contacts in your diplomatic specialist area • Get essential tips on living in London • Meet face-to-face with reliable diplomatic suppliers • Share advice and experiences with fellow diplomatic families • Find out about expatriate spouse networks in London • Network with colleagues and diplomatic families in your area • Receive a Diplomatic Directory of contacts and services And win fabulous prizes!! About Embassy Events Embassy Events is a trusted organisation with more than 15 year’s experience in the diplomatic community. Our targeted events give diplomats access to information and contacts that will be helpful to their professional careers during their posting in London. Our events have an excellent reputation and are always well attended by members of the diplomatic corps. Previous Embassy Events – The Facts: • Events Expo 2014 – 225 embassy event organisers from 115 embassies • Education Conference 2014 – 150 education attachés from 100 missions • Induction Seminar 2013 – 150 newly-arrived diplomats from 90 missions • Consular Conference 2013 – Over 140 consuls from 88 missions attended • Sustainable Embassies Summit 2010 – 100 green attachés from 60 missions N E T W O R K I N G F O R D I P L O M AT S The event exceeded my expectations. Informative presentations, great networking opportunities, beautiful venue and great food Botswana High Commission A very important event, which should be included on the Calendar of every Diplomatic Mission in the UK Jamaican High Commission Very helpful. In my previous foreign assignment there was no induction seminar for diplomats such as this so I just find that having this seminar makes it easier for newly arrived diplomats in London to know the system and network Embassy of the Philippines All in all I very much enjoyed the event, I think it is a very good ice breaker event for all who have just been assigned to London and have never lived here before. It makes you feel you are welcome here Embassy of Hungary To register email [email protected] or fax 01981 541082 Induction Seminar 2014 Friday 17 October 2014 • 09:00 - 18:00 • No 11 Cavendish Square, London W1G OAN N E T W O R K I N G F O R D I P L O M AT S DIPLOMAT Seminar Programme 09.00 - 10.00 Registration, networking and coffee Session 1 – Introduction To Diplomacy 10.00 - 10.05 Introduction, Embassy Group Director 10.05 - 10.20 Privileges & Immunities, FCO Protocol Directorate 10.20 - 10.30 The Role of the Marshal of the Diplomatic Corps 10.30 - 10.45 The Dean’s Guide to Diplomacy 10.45 - 11.00 Q&A 11.00 - 11.30 Coffee and networking Session 2 – Diplomatic Networks, DPG and Mayor’s Office 11.30 - 12.30 Introduction to Diplomatic Networks Embassy Manager meeting with FCO Protocol 12.30 - 13.00 Diplomatic Protection Group Personal Safety Briefing 13.00 - 13.15 Message from the London Mayor’s Office 13.15 - 14.15 Networking lunch Session 3 – Living In London Workshops 14:15 - 15:15 15.15 - 15.45 A Personal Finance (tax, banking, insurance, pensions) B Relocation & Accommodation C Adult Education (post-grad and part-time study) D Healthcare & Dental E Transport C Education & Culture D Consular & Home Affairs E Press & Public Diplomacy Coffee and networking Session 4 – Diplomacy Workshops 15.45 - 17.00 17.00 - 18.00 A Politics & Defence B Trade & Economics Networking wine reception and prize draw To register email [email protected] or fax 01981 541082 Induction Seminar 2014 N E T W O R K I N G F O R D I P L O M AT S Friday 17 October 2014 • 09:00 - 18:00 • No 11 Cavendish Square, London W1G OAN SPOUSE Seminar Programme 09.00 - 10.15 Registration, coffee and networking SESSION 1 – Introduction to diplomatic family networks 10.15 - 10.20 Welcome 10.25 - 11.00 Setting up a spouse group – case studies and best practice With the FCO’s Diplomatic Service Families Association 11.00 - 11.30 Coffee and networking SESSION 2 – Personal safety, networking, volunteering 11.30 - 12.00 Personal Safety Seminar for diplomatic families With the Diplomatic Protection Group 12.00 - 12.35 Spouse networks Introductions to various spouse networks in London and their charitable and social activities SESSION 3 – Streamed workshops 12.35 - 13.15 13.15 - 14.15 A Further study, professional development, employment B Families, schooling and childcare Networking lunch SESSION 4 – Living in London workshops 14.15 - 15.15 15.15 - 15.45 A Personal Finance (tax, banking, insurance, pensions) B Relocation & Accommodation C Adult Education (post-grad and part-time study) D Healthcare & Dental E Transport Coffee and networking SESSION 5 – Diplomatic Neighbours 15.45 - 17.00 Neighbourhood and social networks 17.00 - 18.00 Networking wine reception and prize draw To register email [email protected] or fax 01981 541082 Induction Seminar Induction Seminar2014 Friday 17 October 2014 • 09:00 - 18:00 • No 11 Cavendish Square, London W1G OAN Diplomat details 1 N E T W O R K I N G F O R D I P L O M AT S Spouse/Partner details 3 (PLEASE WRITE IN BLOCK CAPITALS) (PLEASE WRITE IN BLOCK CAPITALS) Title: Title: First name: First name: Last name: Last name: Embassy: Email: Rank: Section: Postcode: Tel: Special dietary requirements: Fax: Work email: 4 Spouse/Partner workshop choices Please tick ✔ ONE Streamed Workshop Special dietary requirements: 2 Diplomat workshop choices Please tick ✔ ONE Living in London Workshop � � � � � A Personal Finance B Relocation & Accommodation C Adult Education D Healthcare & Dental E Transport Please tick ✔ ONE Diplomatic Workshop � � � � � A Politics & Defence B Trade & Economics C Education & Culture D Consular & Home Affairs E Press & Public Diplomacy � A Further study, professional development, employment � B Schooling, childcare, maternal health, nanny visas Please tick ✔ ONE Living in London Workshop � � � � � A Personal Finance B Relocation & Accommodation C Adult Education D Healthcare & Dental E Transport Please tick ✔ If you are attending � Neighbourhood and Social Networks Substitutions and cancellations Attendance at the event is complimentary. However a cancellation or no-show charge of £30 will apply if you cancel within one week of the event and fail to send a representative in your place. This will be to cover the catering cost. All cancellations must be made in writing. Embassy Events reserves the right to alter the programme without notice due to unforeseen circumstances. We also reserve the right in our absolute discretion and without further liability to cancel the programme. The Embassy Group and other members of the Character Publishing Group, safeguard your data. We will endeavour to keep you informed of any forthcoming events and products where appropriate and may occasionally make your name available to reputable companies outside the group. Please tick this box if you would prefer us not to release your name to third parties. � Embassy Magazine and Embassy Events are trading names of Character Publishing Limited. Registered Office: 1st Floor, The Estate Office, The Green, Ringmer, East Sussex. Registered in England No. 5295760. VAT registration number 897 4181 72 To register email [email protected] or fax 01981 541082 Post: Embassy Induction Seminar, Cherry Tree, Little Birch, Hereford HR2 8BD • Enquiries: 01981 541154 Thank you. An email confirming your booking will be sent to you so you can check the details are all correct. dipIS2014a
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