institute for cultural diplomacy
Founded in 1999 in the USA, the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy inc (ICD) is an
international, not-for-profit, non-governmental organization with headquarters
in the USA and in Germany. Philosophy The ICD understands that in an
increasingly globalized world, in which people are able to travel and exchange
information faster than ever before, the globe is becoming more integrated and
there is a growing interdependency between nations, communities and individuals.
As a result, successful intercultural interaction will undoubtedly become a
major challenge for international relations in the 21st century. In this regard,
the ICD believes that inter- and intra- cultural relations can be strengthened
and maintained through constant and on-going dialogue and exchange. These, in
turn, lead to a better understanding and greater trust between nations and
communities, prevent misunderstanding, improve communication and cooperation and
help to reduce the likelihood of socio-cultural conflicts and disputes. Goal &
Mission Cultural diplomacy has long been recognized as a prime instrument to
promote intercultural links between countries, communities and peoples. The
Institute for Cultural Diplomacy was founded with the aim to promote cultural
diplomacy globally; by doing so, the ICD contributes to achieving global peace
by strengthening intercultural relations. “The ICD´s ultimate goal is to promote
global peace and stability by strengthening and supporting intercultural
relations at all levels.” 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 across the globe both locally and internationally; The ICD works
continuously to develop new and innovative initiatives of cultural diplomacy.
The major objectives of the ICD are to extend current 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 actively encourages
and supports cultural diplomacy as an academic discipline. In addition to
promoting cultural diplomacy through its own initiatives, the ICD also promotes
cultural diplomacy by actively supporting the work that is already being done in
this area by partnering and communicating with other actors in the field. The
ICD activities are implemented and executed by its four main partner
institutions: the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy the Organization for Youth
Education & Development (OYED) the Inter Parliamentary Alliance for Human Rights
& Global Peace (IPAHP) and the ICD House of Arts & Culture.
