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| Abbreviation | CDSU |
|---|---|
| Formation | December 9, 2015 |
| Founder | African Diplomatic Organization-ADO |
| Type | NGO |
| Legal status | Established under the TREATY & DECLARATION (ARTICLE 22, CHAPTER 1, PAGE 56)] of the General Assembly of ADO, formerly known as the African Union Youth assembly -AUYA |
| Purpose | Diplomatic Academy for Nonprofit studies |
| Headquarters | Accra, Ghana |
Vice Chancellor | Dr. Emily Milla-Amekor |
Main organ | ECOSOC, Security Council & General Assembly of AUYA |
Parent organisation | World Diplomatic Organization) |
| Affiliations | United Nations University |
| Staff | 45 |
| Website | http://www.diplomaticorganization.org |
Formerly called | Foreign Service Institute (FSI) |
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The Consular & Diplomatic Service University (CDSU), previously known as the Foreign Service Institute (FSI), is a premier nonprofit diplomatic training institute founded under the continental treaty and declaration of the General Assembly of the African Union Youth Assembly (AUYA). The CDSU is responsible for diplomatic training and academic collaboration operations within the International Relations and Diplomacy department of the African Diplomatic Organization (ADO), formerly known as the African Union Youth Assembly (AUYA).[1][2][3][4][5][6]
Establishment & Mission
[edit]Originally established as the Foreign Service Institute in 2015, CDSU was founded in accordance with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2250 on Youth, Peace, and Security. The initiation and patronage of Hussein, Crown Prince of Jordan emphasized the importance of increasing youth representation in decision-making at all levels. In its early years, the institution was affiliated with the United Nations University. By 2017, it had transitioned to a fully-fledged autonomous nonprofit university and was renamed the Consular & Diplomatic Service University (CDSU). It eventually adopted its current designation under the continental Independent Treaty of the 54 countries that formed part of the permanent signatories to AUYA.[7]
History
[edit]The first International Diplomatic Training for Emerging Leaders & Diplomats organized by CDSU was held in Accra, Ghana, at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre. This was followed by a second training event at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Regional Integration, Ghana. These significant milestones were attended by notable figures such as the Former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, former President Jerry John Rawlings, former President John Agyekum Kufuor, and current President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, who served as keynote speakers. Distinguished guests such as Jeffrey D. Sachs and his wife, Sonia Ehrlich Sachs, also visited during these events.[8][9]
Leadership & Chancellors
[edit]H.E Dr. Emily Milla-Amekor is the current Vice Chancellor of the Consular & Diplomatic Service University (CDSU).[10]
| # | Image | Full Name | Nationality | Country | Year Took Office | Year Left Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Amb. Jailes Bruce | American |  |
9 December 2015 | 20 June 2017 |
| 2 |  |
Amb. Jessica Miller | British |  |
20 June 2017 | 30 March 2019 |
| 3 |  |
Amb. Emile A. S Mensah | Ghanaian |  |
30 March 2019 | 5 August 2022 |
| 4 |  |
Amb. Emily Milla-Amekor | Ghanaian | |
5 August 2022 | Present |
Locations
[edit]The Consular & Diplomatic Service University (CDSU) is located in the Old US Embassy building in Osu, Accra, Ghana. It provides a historic and accessible location for its diverse student body and faculty.[11]
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Faculties and Departments
[edit]CDSU offers a broad range of faculties and departments designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge in various aspects of diplomacy and international relations.
| Faculties | Departments | Programmes |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Diplomatic Training | Department of Diplomatic Programmes | B.Sc Diplomatic Protocol and Etiquette, Consular Affairs & Foreign Diplomacy, Diplomatic Administration & Practices, Diplomatic Privileges & Immunities Management, Diplomatic Protection & Territorial Asylum, International Relations & Negotiations, Digital Communication, Economic Diplomacy & Foreign Trade, Missions and Structure |
| Faculty of International Politics | Department of Political Diplomacy | B.Sc Political Economics, International Politics, Political Leadership & Governance, International Humanitarian Law, Administrative Politics, Political Management & Security, Modern Politics & Foreign Policies, Political Engineering |
| Faculty of Peace Diplomacy & Mediation | Department of Peace Diplomacy & Global Governance | B.Sc Peacekeeping and International Conflict Management, Culture Diplomacy, Diplomacy & International Relations, Race and Ethnic Relations, Peace Resolution & Diplomacy, Diplomacy and Religion, Disarmament and Non-Proliferation |
Partnerships and Funding
[edit]CDSU maintains strong partnerships with various organizations and receives funding from multiple sources. These include:[12]
- Embassies
- United Nations Agencies
- Consulates & High Commissions
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Government Offices
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) & Institutions
See also
[edit]External links
[edit]
- Official Portal
- Official Website
- Treaty of AUYA on the establishment of CDSU
- Declaration of AUYA for the establishment of CDSU
- AUYA ECOSOC Diplomatic Status conferred on CDSU
- Times Newspapers & Journal on CDSU establisment
References
[edit]- ^ "Institute to train Ghanaian diplomats opened". Retrieved December 10, 2024.
- ^ "Nurture Solid Ghanaian Diplomats' – Nana To FSI". Retrieved December 9, 2024.
- ^ "Prez commissions the Foreign Service Institute". Retrieved December 9, 2024.
- ^ "Ghana will continue to foster excellent diplomatic and international relations – Ayorkor Botchwey". Retrieved December 9, 2024.
- ^ "CDSU among the full list of all Universities in Ghana by gsa.gov.gh" (PDF). Retrieved December 9, 2024.
- ^ "Public Universities in Ghana". Retrieved December 10, 2024.
- ^ Dr. Baden McMillan (2018). CONSULAR & DIPLOMATIC SERVICE UNIVERSITY (CDSU) (cdsu). United Nations University. ISBN 9004141421.
- ^ Biography of CDSU the Diplomatic University
- ^ "Biography of CDSU the Diplomatic University"
- ^ "Diplomatic Missions-Owned (West African) Tertiary Institutions". Retrieved December 9, 2024.
- ^ "CDSU's Physical Address and Location". Retrieved December 10, 2024.
- ^ "President Akufo-Addo inaugurates new Foreign Service Institute Building". Retrieved December 10, 2024.
