ACS-Austria-Congolese Society 2026Edition International Round Table IPHD – IFME Main theme: “ Civil Society Diplomacy and International Dialogue Date: 2026 Time: 18:00 – 20:00
Your Invitation to the ACS 2026Edition Round Table
On Civil Society Diplomacy and International Dialogue
The 2026 Round Table builds on the outcomes of previous discussions:
The 2026 session 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.
Moderator Prof. Joshua Trust Ntambwe, Executive Director IPHD – International Promoting Human Development
Assist. Moderators Mrs Colin Claudine and Ms Agnes Tshimbumbu
Welcome audience at the Diplomatic Academy Vienna by Ms. Martina Schubert, Deputy Director of the Diplomatic Academy Vienna,
Guest speakers on Civil Society Diplomacy and International Dialogue
Mr. Freddy KITA, Former Minister of International Cooperation, Democratic Republic of Congo (In person from the Democratic Republic of Congo).
Ms. Helene Unterguggenberger, Head of Africa Programs at Caritas Austria,
Online from Kinshasa, Mr Christopher Ngoy Mutamba, president of Societe civile de la RDC
Words of gratitude from MSc Mrs Katharina Kwasnitzka
Cultural Networking Reception
19:00 – 20:00
Austrian–Congolese Food and Networking Session
Following the panel discussion, participants are invited to a networking reception featuring traditional Austrian and Congolese cuisine.
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:
