Through a programme of talks and panels, our members have the opportunity to interact with some of the most accomplished individuals in diplomacy, defence and international affairs. Each year, the Oxford Diplomatic Society hosts a series of high-profile social events, including our annual Gala Dinner in Oxford and the London Diplomacy Ball, bringing together students, alumni, and distinguished guests from diplomacy, politics, and academia.

Through our international network, the Society organises delegations in the United Kingdom and overseas, giving members direct exposure to the institutions, individuals and ideas shaping contemporary diplomacy. We’ve visited Bolivia, China, Pakistan, Oman, Nepal, Bahrain, Belgium, and the Netherlands, as well as making use of our proximity to London, visiting 15+ embassies, think tanks and multilateral organisations.

Our annual Diplomatic Academy hosts‍ ‍8 sessions across Hilary Term led by experts and practitioners in negotiation, public speaking, conflict resolution, and more. The Academy strives to equip students with the practical knowledge required for diplomacy in the 21st Century.