As part of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)'s project on “Culture, tourism and local development: New strategies for Italian heritage cities in the post-pandemic scenario”, three webinars will be held in 2021. The first webinar will be held on 26 May 2021 from 12.30-15.00 (CEST) on "Cultural heritage and social cohesion: how to make the local community more cohesive and inclusive".
Culture, and cultural heritage in particular, can play an important role in ensuring inclusive and cohesive societies. Culture strengthens local identities and creates a sense of belonging. The promotion of cultural participation and ensuring diversity of the cultural offer can help mitigate factors leading to social and economic marginalization. Different forms of creativity deliver social values as they help increase human resilience. Creative skills and arts education can also improve learning as well as develop freedom of expression.
Moreover, there is strong evidence on the links between cultural participation and people’s mental well-being and health, providing opportunities to capitalize on the role of culture in the prevention and treatment of illness across the lifespan. Building cultural capabilities and promoting cultural participation is therefore a precondition for more cohesive and inclusive societies.
Drawing on examples of good practice from Italy and other OECD countries this webinar will aim to distil the key ingredients of local action aimed at maximizing the social cohesion role of cultural heritage in the context of the recovery.
Price: Free registration at the website below
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