Perspectives on cultural heritage and development online event

On 10 October 2023 the British Council is launching their new “Cultural Heritage for Inclusive Growth Essay Collection” with an online discussion.

Held from 10.30am to 1pm, the launch explores the value of cultural heritage in sustainable development, with insights from thought-leaders on cultural heritage and development, followed by a panel discussion on the role of cultural heritage for a sustainable future. The session will include case studies, concepts and practical approaches.

Speakers and themes include:

Ben Sandbrook – Sustainable development opportunities for culture
Abraham George – Cultural heritage for inclusive growth
Leandro Valiati – The role of cultural awareness and participation in sustainable development
Anne Torreggiani and Sophia Woodley – People-centred approaches for cultural heritage and sustainable development
James Doeser – Governance principles for inclusive heritage
Suzanne Joinson – Narrating heritage: oral history and inclusive growth
Pedro Affonso Ivo Franco – Participatory governance of heritage and development: institution- and community-led approaches and case studies
Chris Dalglish (Inherit) – Cultural relations, cultural heritage, and what works – a human development approach

The Cultural Heritage for Inclusive Growth programme

The Cultural Heritage for Inclusive Growth Essay Collection is a new essay series commissioned by the British Council’s Cultural Heritage for Inclusive Growth programme and Nordicity, and it is edited by Inherit.

Together, the essays explore the role of cultural heritage in a sustainable future. They look at the principles, concepts and approaches that can guide action to realise the potential of cultural heritage for human development, including people-centred approaches, accountable and participatory governance, and frameworks for development.

If you would like to learn more about the British Council's Cultural Heritage for Inclusive Growth programme, read ASEF culture360’s article from Ian Thomas and Nikki Locke about what cultural heritage for inclusive growth looks like in the context of Viet Nam.