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Cultural Diversity
- © S. Rothe
In its rich diversity, culture has intrinsic value for development as well as social cohesion and peace.
Cultural diversity is a driving force of development, not only in respect of economic growth, but also as a means of leading a more fulfilling intellectual, emotional, moral and spiritual life. This is captured in the seven culture conventions, which provide a solid basis for the promotion of cultural diversity. Cultural diversity is thus an asset that is indispensable for poverty reduction and the achievement of sustainable development.
At the same time, acceptance and recognition of cultural diversity – in particular through innovative use of media and ICTs – are conducive to dialogue among civilizations and cultures, respect and mutual understanding.
The promotion of cultural diversity – the "common humanity heritage" according to the UNESCO Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity, 2001 – and its corollary dialogue, has become one of the most pressing contemporary issues and, for this reason, is central to the Organization’s mandate.
- 20-10-2009
It is urgent to invest in cultural diversity and dialogue, according to a new UNESCO report
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- 14-10-2009
Cultural diversity should become a key lever in policy-making, says UNESCO World Report to be launched on 20 October
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- 19-05-2009
Education and Cultural Diversity: Lessons of Innovative Practices in Latin America" launched in Chile
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- 12-09-2008
UNESCO roundtable on the development, culture and identity of indigenous peoples: video-interviews with Chair and Member of the UN Permanent Forum
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- 18-03-2008
21 March – International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: An exhibition, a film and a debate at UNESCO
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15th EUROCLIO Professional Development Course 2008: Exploring Identity, Diversity and Values through History Teaching
Bristol - United Kingdom- 31-03-2008 -
- 06-04-2008
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Third International Conference of the UNESCO Memory of the World Programme
Canberra - Australia- 19-02-2008 -
- 22-02-2008
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Reinventing Democracy: Cultural Diversity and Social Cohesion
Rio de Janeiro - Brazil- 13-11-2007 -
- 14-11-2007
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New Stakes for Cultural Diversity: In Search of Transversal Values through Dialogue
Tokyo and Kyoto - Japan- 05-11-2007 -
- 08-11-2007
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Pathways of Human Dignity: From Cultural Traditions to a New Paradigm
Vadstena - Sweden- 31-10-2007 -
- 04-11-2007
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