ACS2026 Edition: Austrian-Congolese Society 2026 edition

Your invitation to the ACS2026 Edition

On citizen diplomacy: “FROM DIPLOMACY TO DEVELOPMENT: STRENGTHENING AUSTRIA–DR CONGO COOPERATION FOR INCLUSIVE GROWTH”

The ACS2026 Edition builds on the outcomes of previous discussions:

• ACS2025 Edition: Civil Society Partnerships and Global Cooperation in Kinshasa, Dem.Rep. of Congo
• ACS2024 Edition: Congolese Active Diplomacy in International Affairs in Vienna, Austria 

will focus on practical collaboration, innovation, and sustainable cooperation frameworks among institutions in Austria and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and among friends of both countries.

Welcome the audience by Ms. Vanessa GAUTHIER VELA from the Diplomatic Academy Vienna

Moderator: Prof. Joshua Trust Ntambwe, Executive Director, IPHD – International Promoting Human Development 

Assist. Moderator Mag. Claudia Latorre- Gilli, Interpreter

Guest speakers:

Mr Christopher Ngoy Mutamba (Online from the Democratic Republic of Congo). Coordinator of Société civile de la RDC

Important Notice

We regret to inform our esteemed audience and the general public that Mr. Freddy KITA, Former Minister of International Cooperation of the Democratic Republic of Congo, will unfortunately not be available to participate in our upcoming event as previously announced.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience or disappointment this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

We remain deeply grateful for your continued support and interest, and we look forward to welcoming you to the event.

Thank you for your understanding.

The Organizing Committee

Words of gratitude from MSc Mrs Katharina Kwasnitzka

Cultural Networking Reception

19:00 – 20:00

Austrian–Congolese Food and Networking Session

The reception will provide an opportunity for informal dialogue and relationship-building among participants, including:

 Diplomats

 Civil society organizations

 Researchers and academics

 Development practitioners

 Youth leaders

 Members of the Austrian and Congolese communities

The event welcomes Austrians, Congolese nationals, and friends of both countries, fostering intercultural dialogue and strengthening people-to-people diplomacy.

Tombola Cultural Solidarity Activity

During the networking reception, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a Tombola (raffle) activity organized in collaboration with a multicultural shop.

To participate in TOMBOLA, the Ticket Price is 20 Euros

Prizes will include cultural items inspired by:

 Symbolic articles reflecting the colors of the Austrian and the Democratic Republic of Congo flags (see attachment number one)

This activity aims to encourage community participation, cultural exchange, and solidarity between Austrian and Congolese communities.

Registration is mandatory for this event with name, profession, and nationality to Ms Gloria at gloriaomotayo@iphdglobal.org and to iphdcontacts@gmail.com  registration open now until 15-06-2026

Download these documents to learn more about the event:26_06_22 ACS 2026 Edition .pdfACS2027_Tombola_First_Prize_Printable.pdf

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