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The Global Diplomacy Lab (GDL) is an innovative platform dedicated to developing a new and more inclusive form of diplomacy. Founded in 2014 under the patronage of former German Foreign Minister Dr. Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the GDL brings together experts from the fields of diplomacy, non-governmental organizations, business, media, and cultural institutions[2][3][5].
The main mission of the GDL is to enrich traditional politics by incorporating new perspectives and methods from various fields. The focus is on developing network-oriented and interdisciplinary solutions for global challenges. The GDL is based on mutual trust-building and common interests to develop and reformulate agendas for collective action at individual, institutional, and political levels[2][3][5].
The GDL focuses on some of the most pressing global challenges, including:
The GDL is supported by a strong partnership with the German Federal Foreign Office, the Slovenian Foreign Ministry, the BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt, the German-American Fulbright Commission, and the International Alumni Center (iac Berlin). Until 2020, the Global Leadership Academy and the Mercator Foundation were also leading partners of the GDL[2][3][5].
The Global Diplomacy Lab is a vibrant example of how interdisciplinary collaboration and inclusive diplomacy can work together to address the most urgent global challenges and create a better future for all.
