New York, May 6(Just Earth News): 'Hard power' can no longer stop conflicts nor the rise of violent extremism and “ancient hatreds†such as antisemitism and racial discrimination, the head of the United Nations cultural agency said on Friday, insisting that “we need 'soft power' of education, knowledge, culture, communication, the sciences, to strengthen the values we share and recognize the destiny we hold in common.â€
Building peace requires culture, education – message of historic UN Security Council resolution
New York, Mar 25 (Just Earth News): Univocally condemning unlawful destruction and pillaging of cultural heritage such as religious sites and artefacts, the United Nations Security Council on Friday adopted an historic resolution that is expected to strengthen protections for such heritage during armed conflicts where they are most vulnerable.
Bridging the cultural gaps in Toronto: Heritage Beyond Borders
Toronto, Nov 14 (IBNS): Heritage Beyond Borders, a not for profit organization, planned an annual gala dance and dinner event along with a beauty pageant contest on November 19 at the Grand Palace Convention Centre in Scarborough, Toronto.
U.S. expat professionals attracted to Toronto
Toronto, Oct. 11 (IBNS): Affordability, safety, diversity, a strong public school system, publicly funded health care, career opportunities and culture, were the chief constituents of Toronto which made Karen Greve, the vice-president of partnerships for the MaRS Discovery District to reconsider her decision to move to Toronto to settle down with her husband and children.
UN spotlights role of culture in sustainable development
New York, May 6 (IBNS): Culture, in all its multifaceted dynamism, must be thoroughly integrated in the post-2015 development agenda, senior United Nations officials told the General Assembly Monday, highlighting the need to recognize the vital role that culture plays in combatting poverty and promoting sustainable growth.