Launch Your Diplomatic Career
12th Edition Career in International Affairs Forum - March 26-27, 2026
Why Attend: 26-27th March
The Career in International Affairs Forum is designed for students, graduates, and early-career professionals who aspire to shape global policy and diplomacy. Over two transformative days, participants gain first-hand insight into the many pathways within the international affairs field.
By attending, you will:
Connect with diplomats, policymakers, and recruiters from global institutions, NGOs, and international organisations.
Gain clarity on the skills and qualifications needed to succeed in diplomacy, development, and foreign service careers.
Discover current openings, fellowships, and graduate programmes across international institutions.
Build your network with peers and experts from over 100 countries.
Registration
Secure your place at the 12th Edition of the Career in International Affairs Forum - 26th -27th March 2026. Choose the format that suits you best.
In-Person + Online
Attend both days ( Regents University and Online)
Access to event material
10% discount for GDF Academy
Access to recordings
£25.99
Online - Only
Attend both days virtually
Live sessions, chat , QA and digital materials
Access to recordings
£20.00
Spaces are limited for in-person attendance - early registration is advised.
Venue for the 26th March
Regents University: Inner Cir, London NW1 4NS
Agenda
Join us at Regent’s University London for a full day of inspiring sessions, practical insights, and networking with professionals from across the field of international affairs.
What to Expect
Opening Keynote: Reflections on careers in diplomacy and foreign policy.
Panel Discussions: Working in government, foreign ministries, and international institutions.
Spotlight Sessions: Pathways to the United Nations, the World Bank, and other multilateral organisations.
Meet peers, mentors, and institutional representatives in a relaxed setting.
Day 1 offers the opportunity to connect face-to-face with experts and practitioners while experiencing the atmosphere of a global diplomatic community
Continue your journey virtually with a day dedicated to careers in international and multilateral organisations. Hear directly from practitioners working at global institutions and discover the many pathways into international service.
What to Expect
Insight Sessions: Explore roles within leading organisations such as the United Nations, European institutions, development banks, and humanitarian agencies.
Career Pathways Panels: Learn what skills, experience, and qualifications recruiters look for in international candidates.
Interactive Q&A: Engage with professionals across continents, ask questions, and gain first-hand perspectives on international careers.
Fellowship & Leadership Opportunities: Discover global programmes that build leadership capacity in diplomacy and policy.
Practical Guidance: Receive advice on applying for positions, internships, and fellowship schemes within multilateral systems.
Day 2 delivers an accessible and interactive online experience — connecting participants worldwide to insights, expertise, and opportunities in global diplomacy.
Artemis Linardou, Greece