Roundtable on Harnessing Culture and Heritage for Economic Transformation

UN Office of the Special Adviser on Africa | Africa Dialogue Series 2021 - Public Policy Forum (26 -28 May 2021)
Theme: Cultural Identity and Ownership: Reshaping Mindsets | Sub-theme II: Roundtable on Harnessing Culture and Heritage for Economic Transformation
Thursday, 27 May 2021 10:00am to 12:00pm (EST)  Concept Note Watch on UN WebTV

This thematic roundtable discussion will explore the potential of Africa’s culture and heritage for sustainable economic transformation. In adopting 2021 as its year of “Arts, Culture and Heritage: Levers for Building the Africa We Want”, the African Union has acknowledged the role of Africa’s cultural workers in building stronger and more resilient social, education and health sectors, as well as higher rates of equality, inclusion, social cohesion and solidarity. From visual arts, film and music to fashion, design and cuisine, countries across the continent have shown potential to capitalize on the development benefits of their cultural enterprises, but there is still much to be gained.