Yolanda Kemp Spies

Prof. Yolanda Kemp Spies is Associate Professor of International Studies at Zayed University and Director of the Diplomatic Studies Programme at Oxford University. With 19 years of diplomatic practice across four continents, she bridges theory and practice in international relations.

Research Expertise: Specializes in:

• Theory/practice of global diplomacy
• Multilateral diplomacy strategies for African states
• Foreign policy analysis in shifting power contexts
• Ethical frameworks for international engagement
• Conflict resolution mechanisms

Authored influential books including Global Diplomacy and International Society and Global South Perspectives on Diplomacy (both 2019). Regularly contributes to debates on multilateralism's future through platforms like DiploFoundation's WebDebates.