Academic Plenary: Influencing Policy Through Soft Power
Date: 30 October 2024 (Wednesday)
Time: 12:30 am to 1:30 pm
Training Mode: Face-to-Face
Training Venue: Multi-Purpose Hall 1 (2.07.01)
Facilitator:
- Emeritus Professor Dame Jane Dacre
Categories:
- Assessment
Roles:
- TBA
Workshop Synopsis:-
This academic plenary will explore the concept of soft power and its critical role in influencing public policy. The session will cover the definition of soft power, its distinction from hard power, and its historical significance. The audience will gain insights about the mechanisms and tools of soft power, including the role of culture, media, and education. The plenary will highlight how soft power has been effectively used to achieve policy goals. Additionally, the plenary will address the challenges and ethical considerations of using soft power, emphasizing the importance of transparency and integrity and practical strategies for leveraging soft power in various sectors such as healthcare and education.
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