The thing we learnt from Pyatigorsk media school is that interest in the Caucasus among our audience remains high. Well, it's time to dive into the very heart of the region!

We launch the call for applications to take part in the annual scientific and educational programme titled Caucasus Dialogue 2024 to be held in Vladikavkaz and partnered by Khetagurov North Ossetia State University.

📌Academic advisor is Dmitry Trenin, Professor at Higher School of Economics, Leading Researcher at the Centre for International Security of the Institute of World Economy and International Relations (IMEMO), Russian Academy of Sciences, and Advisor to the executive director of the Gorchakov Fund.

🔜 Eligibility
Young experts in Caucasus studies aged 21-35 from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, Russia, Turkey, as well as other countries are welcome to participate.

🔜 What to expect during the programme?

The Caucasus Dialogue participants will be treated to,

🔵heated discussions with lead experts from Russia and South Caucasus countries
🔵 brainstorming sessions on the future of the region and cooperation in the 3+3 format
🔵 dipping into the culture of the Caucasus (you ain't leaving without lezginka!)

🔜 What do I do to attend the programme?

1⃣Sign up on the Russian version of the Fund website.
2⃣Write an essay on one of the topics at choice.
3⃣Attach a letter of motivation.

The authors of the top three essays will be paid for their travel to the venue and back.

⏳Do not miss your chance to apply till 13 August inclusive.

Ready to conquer not only the mountains, but also the world of international politics? Then we are looking forward to receiving your applications! 🏔

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