These panels are skill-building sessions, designed to provide practical tools for civil society leaders, NGOs, and diplomats, complementing the more discussion-focused thematic panels.. ICCSDiplomcy Vienna 2026 (17-20 August 2026)
| Day | Time | Panel | Target Audience | Expected Outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, 17 Aug | 14:00–16:00 | Inclusive Governance | Civil society leaders, policymakers, academics | Identify best practices for participatory decision-making, transparency, and accountability in civil society diplomacy. |
| 14:00–16:00 | Human Rights Diplomacy | NGOs, UN representatives, government officials | Develop strategies to promote and protect human rights in national and multilateral contexts. | |
| 14:00–16:00 | Civic Space & Digital Advocacy | Digital activists, NGOs, tech experts | Explore innovative digital tools for advocacy and expanding civic engagement. | |
| Wednesday, 19 Aug | 09:00–10:30 | Women in Diplomacy & Gender Equality | Government officials, civil society leaders, academics | Highlight women’s leadership in diplomacy and advance gender-responsive policies. |
| 10:45–12:30 | Youth Leadership Forum | Young leaders, student organizations, NGOs | Build leadership skills, foster youth participation, and promote innovative approaches in civil society diplomacy. | |
| 14:00–16:00 | Strategy Labs — Drafting Joint Commitments | Mixed stakeholder teams | Co-create actionable commitments and collaborative initiatives based on prior panel discussions. | |
| Thursday, 20 Aug | 09:00–10:30 | Global Governance & SDGs Dialogue | UN agencies, government, civil society | Link civil society diplomacy to global governance structures and sustainable development goals. |
| 10:45–12:30 | Multi-Stakeholder Partnership Forum | NGOs, private sector, governments, UN | Explore collaboration models, partnership frameworks, and joint action opportunities. |
