We congratulate the participants of the Young Ukrainian Diplomat School on the start of their studies.

The program has brought together talented, proactive and ambitious young people from different cities of Ukraine and around the world.

At the first meeting, the participants were welcomed by:

Nataliia Rylach — Associate Professor of the Department of International Organizations and Diplomatic Service at the Institute of International Relations, Director of the Expert Center “Diplomacy, International Relations, Etiquette, Protocol”;

Volodymyr Zubchenko — PhD in Physics and Mathematics, Associate Professor at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, business trainer and host.

During the introductory meeting, participants presented personal presentations outlining their achievements, professional goals and expectations from the School.

These are young people united by their interest in diplomacy, international relations, international law, global business and communications. They actively study foreign languages, travel, and are passionate about literature, history and politics.

Despite today’s challenges, participants demonstrate an active civic position: they engage in volunteer and charitable initiatives, initiate projects, build partnerships, generate new ideas and show leadership.

Most importantly, they are driven by a strong desire for knowledge, self-improvement and continuous development.

It is this kind of youth that will be ready to достойно represent Ukraine on the international stage, contribute to strengthening its potential and image, gain practical experience in diplomacy and acquire knowledge from the faculty of the Educational and Scientific Institute of International Relations.

We wish all participants success, inspiration and new achievements on this journey!

The program is implemented with the support of the Ukrainian Association of Foreign Policy, the Department of International Organizations and Diplomatic Service, and the IIR Business School.