Cross-Cultural Public Diplomacy: Insights from Our Kazan 2022 International Award

In December 2022, House of Etiquette received the highest international accolade at the OIC Youth Capital Summit in Kazan, Russian Federation, winning 'Best Project Related to Public Diplomacy 2022'. This landmark triumph illuminated the rising influence of Arab civic diplomacy on the global stage.

1. The Evolution of Public Diplomacy

Traditional diplomacy once occurred exclusively behind closed embassy doors. Today, public diplomacy engages civil society, cultural institutions, and future youth leaders directly, building lasting bridges of mutual understanding across civilizations.

2. The Winning Jordanian Methodology

Our award-winning submission combined interactive diplomatic simulations, multilateral negotiation workshops, and youth character diplomacy. Competing alongside delegations from 57+ countries, Jordan's pioneering model proved that ethical etiquette and rigorous protocol are vital tools for international peacebuilding.