A UK-based independent worldwide fellowship
The Global China Dialogue (GCD) Series
The Global China Academy (GCA) cordially invites institutions and organizations worldwide to join the Global China Dialogue (GCD) series as partners. As an annual high-level international platform, the GCD addresses major global challenges from interdisciplinary and transcultural perspectives, exploring issues through Chinese and comparative lenses.
Each annual Dialogue focuses on a specific global theme within the broader framework of global governance and international cooperation.
About the Dialogue
Each Dialogue convenes representatives from academia, government, industry, and civil society to engage in in-depth discussion of global challenges and governance issues in a rapidly changing world.
The Dialogue promotes comparative perspectives across regions and systems, encouraging cross-cultural understanding, interdisciplinary exchange, and constructive global engagement.
Institutional Structure
The Global China Dialogue is a long-term, institutionalised platform supported by a core partnership network consisting of its organising committee, supporting institutions, and sponsors committed to global governance issues.
To streamline coordination, existing partners are considered continuing participants by default unless they notify us otherwise. Their partnership status and associated privileges are retained for each Dialogue.
Each Dialogue also welcomes new partners with relevant expertise to contribute to the planning and implementation of theme-specific programmes.
This dual structure ensures both continuity and flexibility, supporting sustained collaboration alongside dynamic thematic engagement.
Dialogue Structure
Each annual Dialogue typically includes:
- Four thematic panels
- Keynote and plenary sessions
- Interdisciplinary participation
- Public dialogue and engagement
Forms of Partnership
We welcome partnerships in the following forms:
1. Co-organising Partners
- Deliver a 5-minute opening address
- One plenary speaker slot
- Provide funding or in-kind support equivalent to or exceeding £10,000
- Participate in programme design, guest invitations, and outreach
2. Co-sponsoring Partners
- One plenary speaker slot
- Provide funding or in-kind support equivalent to or exceeding £5,000
- Participate in guest invitations and outreach
3. Supporting Partners
- Assist with preparation and promotion
- May host a panel, recommend speakers, or provide volunteers
- Contribute primarily through content and academic support
4. Sponsoring Partners
- Provide funding (starting from £1,000)
- Or resources such as venue, staffing, or services
Partner Benefits
All confirmed partners will enjoy the following benefits:
- Name Recognition: Names and logos displayed across event materials and platforms according to level of support
- Participation Rights: Recommend speakers (subject to GCA Academic Committee review), organise panels, priority registration, and VIP seating
- Publishing Opportunities: Participation in GCD publications and media collaboration, subject to academic review and GCP standards
- Promotional Rights: Visibility through GCA platforms and permission to use the relevant “GCD Partner” designation
- Publishing Priority: Priority consideration for submissions to GCD publications (proceedings, journals, etc.)
- Registration Waiver: Two representatives exempt from registration fees
- Dinner Invitation: Two representatives invited to the Dialogue dinner
- Fellowship Nomination Priority: Eligibility for nomination to GCA Fellowship categories
Partner Responsibilities
- Provide agreed financial or in-kind support
- Submit required materials on time
- Assist in publicity and outreach
- Respect academic diversity and comply with applicable laws and international norms
- Use GCD/GCA names only with prior authorization
Additional Notes
- All partners must register with the GCD Organising Committee
- Partnerships take effect upon confirmation agreement
- Partners receive priority recognition in GCD publications
- GCA reserves the right to adjust partnership arrangements based on actual circumstances
Support Us
We welcome support for the Global China Dialogue (GCD) series and the Global China Academy (GCA) through institutional partnerships, project contributions, and individual donations. Your support helps sustain transcultural dialogue and research on global governance.
We also welcome expressions of interest from institutions and individuals wishing to support related initiatives.
For more information, please visit:
https://globalchinaacademy.org/support-us/
Contact
Global China Academy (GCA)
Email: info@globalchinaacademy.org
Website: globalchinaacademy.org
Related information
- Partnership Guidelines (Chinese)
- Global China Dialogue Series site
- Global China Dialogue Series site (Chinese)
