In today’s world, cultural heritage is becoming an important resource for social development and innovation. This discussion will bring together scholars, practitioners, representatives of the creative industries, and local communities to examine the role of cultural heritage in shaping new social initiatives and solutions—so that we can discern meanings that help us construct the future. Participants will discuss:
- How cultural heritage can inspire social projects and initiatives that respond to current challenges.
- Examples of successful cases where the use of cultural traditions contributed to social change and improved quality of life.
- The interrelationship between preserving cultural heritage and sustainable societal development.
- What expectations and aspirations shape the desired image of the future, and how are they revealed today through interpretations of cultural heritage?
- The role of the creative industries and the digital environment in popularizing cultural values and integrating them into the contemporary context.
The discussion will be a platform for sharing experience, ideas, and best practices, focusing on diverse and dynamic cultural heritage as a resource for unlocking potential and opportunity.
Moderator:
Zorina Valeryevna Myskova — Chair of the Board and Director of the “Hermitage XXI Century” Foundation
Speakers:
- Lyubov Sovershaeva, Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of Russia in the Northwestern Federal District, Administration of the President of Russia;
- Nonna Lavrik, Minister, Ministry of Culture and Archives Sakhalin Region;
- Nataliya Sipovskaya, Director, The State Institute for Art Studies;
- Daouda Keita, Director, National museum of Mali Republic;
- Cholpon Tentieva, expert on intangible cultural heritage, Director, Center for Contemporary Art and Heritage "Felt," Kyrgyz Republic.