African Diplomatic Forum 2011
Friday 18 November 2011
9:00AM - 6:30PM

School of International & Public Affairs
Columbia University
in the City of New York
ADF T-Shirts and Totes

ADF T-Shirts and Totes

To commemorate the 2011 African Diplomatic Forum (ADF2011.org), we commissioned the King’s Limited to create a unique T-shirt and Tote design. The design is an image of dialogue on Africa, with two call-outs meeting to form the map of Africa. Proceeds from sales go towards supporting African Economic Forum 2012,...
Welcome

Welcome

Greetings, Please join us on November 18, 2011 as SIPA’s Pan-African Network at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs and the Institute of African Studies at Columbia University host the African Diplomatic Forum 2011. ADF gathers African diplomats, academics, students, and activists to discuss the continent’s interests and...
Leadership in Africa: Past, Present and Future

Leadership in Africa: Past, Present and Future

Bad leadership in Africa has shaped many of the continent’s current struggles. Africa can only fulfill its potentialand take its rightful place at the center of the global stage with good leaders at the helm. But how do we tackle the burden and legacies of bad leadership? What institutional frameworks...
BRICS: The New Roles and Relationships for African Development

BRICS: The New Roles and Relationships for African Development

This panel will focus on the BRICS nations and assess the relevance of these economies on Africa’s growth and development. Emphasis will be on the relationships that have been formed or can be formed to promote growth on the continent. It could also address the viability of South Africa as...
Democracy in Conflict

Democracy in Conflict

This panel will discuss the state of democracy and the process of democratization in Africa, in the context of the violent conflict that so often surrounds it. Essential questions include: What is democracy and what does it mean to Africans across the continent? What are the key challenges, the critical...
ICT, Digital Governance, and Citizen Participation in Africa

ICT, Digital Governance, and Citizen Participation in Africa

How is Information Communication Technology (ICT) changing the landscape of media and policy in Africa? From mobile phones, to crisis mapping platforms like Ushahidi, to the recent open data initiative launched by the government of Kenya, the digital age purports to change the way information is disseminated in—and about Africa. This...
Institution Building in Fragile States, 1:20 - 3:20pm, Room 1512

Institution Building in Fragile States, 1:20 – 3:20pm, Room 1512

Many African states are either post-conflict or in fragile situations because of decades of poor leadership, conflict, and authoritarian rule. As a result institution building has to be implemented with a balanced approach to state-building. A lot of challenges facing states stem from poor institutions. Governments are ineffective because institutions do not...
The Blueprint Party

The Blueprint Party

Bring your Empire state of mind and come join Columbia University’s SIPA Pan-African network (SPAN) as we blast some African beats! The weather might be getting colder, but this will be hottest party of the year! What: THE ANNUAL SPAN PARTY “THE BLUEPRINT” at Empire Room When: FRIDAY November 4th,...
Opening Keynote – Mr. Ahmed Tidiane Souaré

Opening Keynote – Mr. Ahmed Tidiane Souaré

Mr. Ahmed Tidiane Souaré served as the Prime Minister of the Republic of Guinea. Prior to serving as Prime Minister, Mr. Souaré had an impressive career in state administration and government beginning 1989. Souaré was head of the cabinet of the Ministry of Economic and Financial Control in charge of...
Role of Women in Political Development

Role of Women in Political Development

This panel will discuss the roles of women in the politics of the continent, from national leadership to grass-root movements. How can women help ensure stability and growth? What are women’s roles in diplomacy? Can women help with creating stable elections? This panel will showcase successful female political leaders and...
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by Columbia University African Diplomatic Forum on Nov 16, 2011 • No Comments
Greetings, Please join us on November 18, 2011 as SIPA’s Pan-African Network at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs and the Institute of African Studies at Columbia University host the African Diplomatic Forum 2011. ADF gathers African diplomats, academics, students, and activists to discuss the continent’s interests and role in international affairs. This...
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by Columbia University African Diplomatic Forum on Nov 14, 2011 • 1 Comment
This year’s African Diplomatic Forum will explore new challenges and opportunities facing the political development and security of Africa in light of recent global political and economic shifts. This year’s theme, “The Blueprint,“ asks us to consider the enduring challenges of identifying the necessary foundations, developing the right tools, and drawing a coherent and unified...

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