Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD)

Our Programs (Activity & Methodology)

The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy’s primary activity focuses on the development and the promotion of the field of Cultural Diplomacy with the aim to raise awareness and understanding of the field; The ICD actively encourages and supports cultural diplomacy as an academic discipline. The ICD works continuously to develop new and innovative initiatives of cultural diplomacy. The major objectives of the ICD are to extend research, programs and practices in the field of cultural diplomacy and create a platform to promote and sustain intercultural dialogue at all levels.

The ICD activities are implemented and executed by its partner institutions below:
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Our Thematic Programs

Arts as Cultural Diplomacy »

The program explores and analyses the powerful instruments of the artsto serve as vehicle of cultural diplomacy.

Music as Cultural Diplomacy »

The program explores the historical role of music as a form of cultural diplomacy and promotes the use of music for social cohesion and development.

Film as Cultural Diplomacy »

Over the course of many years now, people have discovered the unique potential of film as common language to bring together different groups and communities. These contributions will be analysed by this program.

Berlin Global – Since 2015 »

Berlin Global is an online cultural diplomacy news platform, which reports on cultural diplomacy activity and the means in which it is practiced and implemented in Berlin and Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Cultural Diplomacy & the Global Economy »

The program promotes stronger economic relations between nation states, and examines the complex relationship between culture, economics, and politics at the global level.

Cultural Bridges in Germany »

The program strengthens relations between Germany's cultural communities, exploring the benefits of a multi-cultural society.

Central-Southern Asia & The Caucasus »

The program raises awareness of the challenges and opportunities facing central Asia and the Caucasus Region today.

Cultural Diplomacy in Africa »

The program promotes social and economic development within Africa and stronger political, economic, and cultural links between Africa and other regions.

The Transatlantic Relationship »

The program strengthens the political, economic, and cultural ties across the Atlantic and highlight the importance of this relationship to the international community.

Cultural Diplomacy in Europe »

The  program  strengthens relations between cultural groups and countries within Europe, to improve relations between Europe and other regions.

Cultural Diplomacy in East Asia »

The program aims at exploring and analyzing the East Asian region and its growing prominence in an increasingly globalized world.

Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America »

The  program creates constructive impact on the region's development. The program focuses on the varied multicultural societies of Latin and Southern American countries.