EU's Plan to Emphasize Culture's Impact on Sustainable Growth: Approach focusing on culture's influence in fostering social, economic advancement, democracy, and human rights.
The European Union (EU) is set to host an online event titled "Culture as a Driver for Sustainable Development" on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 6pm CET. This event is part of a rotating series aimed at bringing together participants to discuss various topics, with this particular webinar focusing on the role of culture in promoting social and economic development, democracy, and human rights.
Hosted by Dr Justyna Napiórkowska, the webinar will celebrate the cultural diversity and heritage of the European continent, offering a personal take on European identity and success. The event is open for joining, and attendees can expect engaging discussions with students, academics, and inspiring personalities from across Europe.
The EU's strategy on using culture for sustainable development is integrated into its broader sustainability and development policies. This approach aims to create a cohesive framework that supports economic, social, political, and environmental goals. The series highlights European success stories and role models, with each webinar featuring dynamic conversations that build bridges across cultures, languages, and borders.
The EU's cultural initiatives help foster social cohesion and inclusivity by promoting access to cultural heritage and education, which are essential for social development and human rights. Economically, the EU's cultural policies can support local economies through tourism and creative industries, contributing to economic growth and job creation.
Politically, by promoting cultural diversity and heritage, the EU supports democratic values such as diversity, tolerance, and the rule of law, fostering a more inclusive and participatory political environment. The EU's strategies also align with human rights principles by ensuring access to cultural goods and services, which are essential for individual well-being and social justice.
The EU's emphasis on culture for sustainable development also includes regenerative digital transformation in cultural heritage, ensuring that digital preservation practices are environmentally sustainable. This involves developing expertise, tools, and policies to support a sustainable digital future for cultural institutions.
Attending the webinars provides an opportunity to engage in intercultural dialogue, expand one's network across Europe, and reflect on one's place in a shared European identity. Join the conversation and be part of the EU's mission to promote sustainable development through culture. (JOIN HERE)
Discussions during the webinar will delve into the fusion of European lifestyle, fashion-and-beauty, food-and-drink, travel, and cars as expressions of cultural diversity and heritage. By participating in this event, not only will attendees contribute to the EU's mission to foster social cohesion, they will also gain insights into how European culture plays a significant role in fueling economic growth, particularly in the tourism and creative industries.
