What is D League?

Formally founded in 2015, Diplomatic League or commonly known as D League is the youth
engagement platform of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). It aims to empower the youth
to become practitioners of diplomacy and global affairs. Moreover, D League believes that the
youth plays a huge role in advancing global development agenda. D League is administered by
a Secretariat composed of professionals and students in the field of diplomacy operating under
the close guidance and leadership of the Philippine Embassy to New Zealand and Pacific
(Wellington PE).

What is DLGS?

Diplomatic League Global Summit or DLGS is the largest Philippine based gathering of students
and young professionals who are studying or intend to pursue careers in diplomacy. It is the
highlight of D League’s calendar of activities that is annually held first week of April. The Summit
consists of a series of sessions and trainings on several relevant diplomacy topics. It is also
going beyond usual programs of International Relations (IR), e.g. Model United Nations (MUN),
Model ASEAN Meeting, and Foreign Policy Seminars by introducing more diplomacy relevant
programs, e.g. MUN 2.0., Barangay Diplomacy, D League UN Academy (DLUNA), Diplomatic
Career trainings, and D League Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Agenda. Furthermore,
DLGS promotes a solid partnership among individuals and institutions represented during the
Summit, and encourage participants to pursue “youth and volunteer ambassador” program of
Universal Diplomacy.

Who can join DLGS and D League in general?

Students and young professionals do not necessarily need to be diplomacy or international

affairs majors, all disciplines are welcome – only a strong interest in diplomacy is needed. Any
school may also affiliate with D League to develop programs and projects that will help their
students develop as potential diplomats.

Are there fees to settle to participate in DLGS2018?

The DLGS2018 is free of any conference charge. However, personal accommodation, e.g. food,
transportation, and lodging are not covered by the subsidy.

Is there a dress code to follow during the sessions?

Yes, we encourage delegates to wear smart casual to formal attire during the DLGS sessions
as common practice in protocol. Furthermore, attire for the ball is formal, i.e. long gown for
ladies and coat and tie/barong for gentlemen.

Are there documents to be prepared?

All necessary documents for the Summit will be provided by the D League Secretariat through
email. No position papers or anything of that sort is required from the participants.
Recommendations with regard to the outputs of the Summit are however encouraged to be
prepared by the delegates.

What to bring during the Summit?

In accordance to SDG13, DLGS2018 is paperless and encourages the participants to bring their
own device as tool to participate and reference for the documents that will be sent. Although we
discourage use of paper, delegates who wish to use may bring their own.

Are delegates required to attend the whole Summit?

The delegates are encouraged to attend all the sessions of the Summit, but it is not required. D
League cannot provide excuse letters to the students, only the letter of invite issued by the DFA
Philippine Embassy in New Zealand and the Pacific.

Are there nearby food establishments at the DFA?

1. DFA Cafeteria – 2F DFA Main Building

2. Jollibee - 1712 Roxas Boulevard,Antonio Arnaiz Avenue 1000
3. Chowking - A. Arnaiz Avenue, Pasay, 1300 Metro Manila
4. Hong Kong Chef Seafood Restaurant - HK Sun Plaza, Diosdado Macapagal Blvd,
Pasay, 1300 Metro Manila
5. Nolboo House Restaurant - 2102 Roxas Boulevard Corner Antipolo Street, Pasay
6. The Singing Cooks And Waiters - Roxas Blvd, Pasay, Metro Manila
7. 7-11 - Antonio S. Arnaiz Ave, Pasay, Kalakhang Maynila
8. Alfamart - F.B. Harrison St, Pasay, 1200 Metro Manila

Are there ATMs and Banks nearby?

1. (ATM inside DFA)

2. PNB - Pasay City, Manila, Metro Manila
3. UCPB - AIMS Building, A. Arnaiz Avenue corner FB Harrison Street, Antonio S. Arnaiz
Ave, Pasay, Kalakhang Maynila

Where is the exact venue of the DLGS2018?

The DLGS2018 will be held at Bulwagang Apolinario Mabini (BAM) GF Department of Foreign
Affairs Main Office, Roxas Blvd. Manila, Philippines.

Is there a standard call time for the daily sessions?

Delegates are expected to be at the venue 15 minutes before the indicated time in the
DLGS2018 program of activities.

Diplomatic Ball and Fair

This is the culminating social program of the Summit where delegates are asked to dress up
and socialize with their DLGS2018 colleagues and invited guests from the different embassies
and consulates in the Philippines. Embassy booths are set up outside for students to check.
Food and participation for the ball is only Php200.00 to be paid directly at the DFA Multi-
Purpose Cooperative (DFAMPC). There will be a DFAMPC person in charge at the registration
to receive payments and give out food stubs to participating delegates.

Important Reminders

1. Always be respectful at the DFA premises; it is the DLGS venue but still it is a lead
Philippine government agency office.
2. Playing with flags and other DFA material is not allowed, e.g. taking insulting and
culturally insensitive photos.
3. Always register every day at the DLGS2018 registration booth (BAM foyer) aside from
the DFA registration at the entrance and main lobby.