ICD Highlights

August 2013

1. NPR Berlin's Svetlana Stepanova with the students of the ICD Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations at the ICD House.

(Berlin Summer Programs: August 1st - 30th, 2013)
2. Students of the ICD Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations at Paul-Löbe-Haus of the German Parliament.

(Berlin Summer Programs: August 1st - 30th, 2013)
3. Students of the ICD Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations visit the Willy-Brandt-Haus in Berlin.

(Berlin Summer Programs: August 1st - 30th, 2013)
4. Students of the ICD Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations visit the East Side Gallery in Berlin

(Berlin Summer Programs: August 1st - 30th, 2013)
5. Israeli and Palestinian Youth Musicians of Heartbeat perform at the ICD, during the Professional Development Program in Cultural Diplomacy & Conflict Zone Mediation.

(Berlin; August 18th – 30th, 2013)
6. Group photo of the students from the ICD Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy and Conflict Zone Mediation.

(Berlin; August 18th – 30th, 2013)
7. Participants and speakers at the end of the Berlin Annual African Film & Media Festival 2013: “Africa on Screen: Through the Eyes of Africa"

(Berlin; August 22nd – 25th, 2013)
The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, Former Minister of Culture and Religious Affair of Luxembourg, with Eric Joyce (MP), member of the British Parliament, during "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference"

(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, Former Minister of Culture and Religious Affair of Luxembourg, with participants during the guided tour at Portcullis House.

The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013
(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
Nick Brown MP, Member of the British Parliament, speaks on “The Public Representative: A Political Perspective in a Time of Austerity”, during The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013 (London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
Welcome Group Dinner in Covent Garden with The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, and the participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013".

(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
Exploring South Bank with The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, and the participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013".

(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, Former Minister of Culture and Religious Affair of Luxembourg; with Dr. Josh Abrams, principal lecturer at the Department of Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies of the University of Roehampton

The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013
(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
Group Photo with Speakers and Participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013" at Portcullis House of The House of Lords, in London.

(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, Former Minister of Culture and Religious Affair of Luxembourg, with the ICD Team and the Participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013"

(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
Exploring South Bank with the participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013".

(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
The second day of "The Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013" takes place at The Nehru Centre in London.

The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013
(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
Hywel Williams MP, Member of the British Parliament, delivers a lecture on ”What is "Official National Art‟ and What is Not?”, during "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013", at the House of Lords

(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
H. E. Amb. Ahmet Ünal Çeviköz, Ambassador of Turkey to the United Kingdom, delivers a lecture during "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference", at the House of Lords.

(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, with Prof. Dr. Timon Screech, Professor, Department of the History of Art & Archaeology, School of Oriental and African Studies, at The Nehru Centre in London.

The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013
(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, Former Minister of Culture and Religious Affair of Luxembourg, with the participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013", at Trafalgar Square

(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
H.E. Amb. Asta Skaisgiryté Liauškiené, Ambassador of Lithuania to the United Kingdom, speaks on "The Lithuanian Presidency of the EU: Priorities in the Fields of Culture and Audio-visual," during "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference," at the House of Lords.

(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
Westminster Bridge with Houses of Parliament and Big Ben on the right.

The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013
(London; August 21st-24th, 2013)
The ICD Team and the Participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013" visit the British Museum, in London.
Dr. Ralf Hermann, Head of the Berlin Office for Stiftung Partnershaft mit Afrika e.V., addresses the audience on the importance of societal consciousness of cultural heritage, and raising awareness of contemporary political and cultural identity transmitted via films.

The Berlin Annual African Film & Media Festival
(Berlin; August 22nd - 25th, 2013)
H.E. Amb. Dr. Mohamed Abdelhamid Ibrahim Higazy, Ambassador of Egypt to Germany, graciously hosts participants of the Berlin Annual African Film & Media Festival at the embassy and speaks on the importance of the film industry in Egypt as an essential tool for promoting intercultural understanding and cultural exchange and generating civil and cultural leaders who are forming the core of the rising Egyptian democratic civil society.

The Berlin Annual African Film & Media Festival
(Berlin; August 22nd - 25th, 2013)
Michael Tecklenburg, Head of the African Division of Deutsche Welle, presents the organization’s initiatives for strengthening the capacity of young African filmmakers.

The Berlin Annual African Film & Media Festival
(Berlin; August 22nd - 25th, 2013)
H.E. Amb. Juan Mayr Maldonado, Ambassador of Colombia to Germany, delivers a lecture on “The Challenges of Cultural Diversity: The Case Study of Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta,” during the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America.”

(Berlin; August 14th - 16th, 2013)
H.E. Amb. Ramón Custodio Espinoza, Ambassador of Honduras to Germany, with the participants of the “Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.

(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Fernando Ureña Rib, Cultural Attaché of the Embassy of the Dominican Republic, delivers a lecture on “Historical and Cultural Attractions in the Dominican Republic”.

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
H.E. Amb. Ramón Custodio Espinoza, Ambassador of Honduras to Germany delivers a lecture on “The Effects of Globalization in the Region” with a focus on the trade agreements that are taking place in the region and of enhancing political dialogue and cooperation between all stakeholders.

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
“Gastronomy as Cultural Diplomacy: The Case of Mexican Cuisine - UNESCO World Heritage.” A Lecture and Workshop by Armando Hernández, Network of Mexican Talents and Chef at the Embassy of Mexico to Germany, prepared authentic Mexican delicacies for the participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America. “

(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Bianca Monroy, Mexican Artist, presents his paintings at the ICD House of Arts & Culture during the Closing Ceremony of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America.“

(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
“The Tropical Power of Latino-American Art,” presented by Javier Ramirex, Director and Founder of MARZIA FROZEN.

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Dr. Mathias Lewy, Lecturer in the Department of Anthropology at the Free University Berlin, speaks on “Music as Cultural Diplomacy: The Venezuelan Case of the ‘Sistema’."

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Representatives of the Network of Mexican Talents, including: Juan Bethancourt, President; Francisco Velazquez, Vice President; and Gerardo Anzaldúa, Secretary General. Juan Bethancourt delivered a lecture on “Mexican Talent Network: Fostering Mexico´s Prestige.”

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Germán Rodríguez Espinosa, Director & Editor-in-Chief at Hispanovisión, delivers a lecture on "Contemporary Ibero-Latin-American Relationships," during the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America.”

(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America” visit the German Parliament, where a guided tour was held in order to learn the history of this emblematic building.

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Lasse Hölck, Researcher at the Latin America Institute, Free University Berlin, delivered a lecture on "Cultural Heterogeneity and Environmental Preservation: Lessons from Past and Present", at the European Commission in Berlin.

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Genaro Rios-Müggenburg, Project Manager of ProMexico Germany, delivers a lecture on “Creative Industries in Latin America. Mexico: Matrix of the Spanish-Speaking Digital Wave”, at the European Commission in Berlin.

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Prof. Dr. Ulrich Brückner, Academic Director of the Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies, delivers a lecture on “Cultural Diplomacy and Multiculturalism in Germany. A Model for Latin America?”, at the Bundeszentrale für politische Bildung

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Mr. Santiago Gómez Rojas, director of the Spanisches Filmfest, delivers a lecture on the International Film Co-Productions as an opportunity to preserve national heritage in Latin America.

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Mr. Jorge Locane, Researcher at the Frei Universität Berlin speaks about the ‘New Trends in Cultural Expression’, including ‘Contemporary and Experimental Art Forms’ such as the formation of ‘guaraportunhol’, as a new form of dialect in the region.

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
The Latin American Team during the closing ceremony of the Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America.

(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Irene Izquieta, member of the Latin American Team, interviews Marta Lopes de Souza, Brazilian participant at the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America.”

(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Participants of the Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America during the lecture and workshop “Gastronomy as Cultural Diplomacy: The Case of Mexican Cuisine - UNESCO World Heritage.”

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America” at Check Point Charlie, the renowned check point between East and West Berlin during the Cold War and one of the main tourist attractions in Berlin.

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America” in front of the Brandenburg Gate, which was rebuilt in the late 18th Century as a neoclassical triumphal arch, and now one of the most well-known landmarks of Germany.“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.

(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Enjoying a traditional Berliner dinner with the participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Germany.”

(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America” in front of old sections of the Berlin Wall, now painted and displayed at Check Point Charlie.
Participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America” visit the German Parliament, where a guided tour was held in order to learn the history of this emblematic building.

“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.
(Berlin; August 14th-16th, 2013)
Mark Donfried with H. E. Amb. Elena Poptodorova, ICD Advisory Board member; Ambassador of Bulgaria to the USA. H.E. Amb. Elena Poptodorova delivered a lecture on "Strengthening the US-EU Relationship:The Importance of Investing in the Youth Education and Advancement”

(Berlin; August 7th, 2013)

ICD Highlights

August 2013

1. NPR Berlin's Svetlana Stepanova with the students of the ICD Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations at the ICD House.

2. Students of the ICD Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations at Paul-Löbe-Haus of the German Parliament.

3. Students of the ICD Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations visit the Willy-Brandt-Haus in Berlin.

4. Students of the ICD Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations visit the East Side Gallery in Berlin

5. Israeli and Palestinian Youth Musicians of Heartbeat perform at the ICD, during the Professional Development Program in Cultural Diplomacy & Conflict Zone Mediation.

6. Group photo of the students from the ICD Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy and Conflict Zone Mediation.

7. Participants and speakers at the end of the Berlin Annual African Film & Media Festival 2013: “Africa on Screen: Through the Eyes of Africa"

The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, Former Minister of Culture and Religious Affair of Luxembourg, with Eric Joyce (MP), member of the British Parliament, during "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference"

The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, Former Minister of Culture and Religious Affair of Luxembourg, with participants during the guided tour at Portcullis House.

Nick Brown MP, Member of the British Parliament, speaks on “The Public Representative: A Political Perspective in a Time of Austerity”, during The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013 (London; August 21st-24th, 2013)

Welcome Group Dinner in Covent Garden with The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, and the participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013".

Exploring South Bank with The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, and the participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013".

The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, Former Minister of Culture and Religious Affair of Luxembourg; with Dr. Josh Abrams, principal lecturer at the Department of Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies of the University of Roehampton

Group Photo with Speakers and Participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013" at Portcullis House of The House of Lords, in London.

The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, Former Minister of Culture and Religious Affair of Luxembourg, with the ICD Team and the Participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013"

Exploring South Bank with the participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013".

The second day of "The Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013" takes place at The Nehru Centre in London.

Hywel Williams MP, Member of the British Parliament, delivers a lecture on ”What is "Official National Art‟ and What is Not?”, during "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013", at the House of Lords

H. E. Amb. Ahmet Ünal Çeviköz, Ambassador of Turkey to the United Kingdom, delivers a lecture during "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference", at the House of Lords.

The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, with Prof. Dr. Timon Screech, Professor, Department of the History of Art & Archaeology, School of Oriental and African Studies, at The Nehru Centre in London.

The Hon. Erna Hennicot Schoepges, Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board, Former Minister of Culture and Religious Affair of Luxembourg, with the participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013", at Trafalgar Square

H.E. Amb. Asta Skaisgiryté Liauškiené, Ambassador of Lithuania to the United Kingdom, speaks on "The Lithuanian Presidency of the EU: Priorities in the Fields of Culture and Audio-visual," during "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference," at the House of Lords.

Westminster Bridge with Houses of Parliament and Big Ben on the right.

The ICD Team and the Participants of "The London Art as Cultural Diplomacy Conference 2013" visit the British Museum, in London.

Dr. Ralf Hermann, Head of the Berlin Office for Stiftung Partnershaft mit Afrika e.V., addresses the audience on the importance of societal consciousness of cultural heritage, and raising awareness of contemporary political and cultural identity transmitted via films.

Michael Tecklenburg, Head of the African Division of Deutsche Welle, presents the organization’s initiatives for strengthening the capacity of young African filmmakers.

H.E. Amb. Juan Mayr Maldonado, Ambassador of Colombia to Germany, delivers a lecture on “The Challenges of Cultural Diversity: The Case Study of Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta,” during the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America.”

H.E. Amb. Ramón Custodio Espinoza, Ambassador of Honduras to Germany, with the participants of the “Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.

Fernando Ureña Rib, Cultural Attaché of the Embassy of the Dominican Republic, delivers a lecture on “Historical and Cultural Attractions in the Dominican Republic”.

H.E. Amb. Ramón Custodio Espinoza, Ambassador of Honduras to Germany delivers a lecture on “The Effects of Globalization in the Region” with a focus on the trade agreements that are taking place in the region and of enhancing political dialogue and cooperation between all stakeholders.

Bianca Monroy, Mexican Artist, presents his paintings at the ICD House of Arts & Culture during the Closing Ceremony of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America.“

“The Tropical Power of Latino-American Art,” presented by Javier Ramirex, Director and Founder of MARZIA FROZEN.

Dr. Mathias Lewy, Lecturer in the Department of Anthropology at the Free University Berlin, speaks on “Music as Cultural Diplomacy: The Venezuelan Case of the ‘Sistema’."

Representatives of the Network of Mexican Talents, including: Juan Bethancourt, President; Francisco Velazquez, Vice President; and Gerardo Anzaldúa, Secretary General. Juan Bethancourt delivered a lecture on “Mexican Talent Network: Fostering Mexico´s Prestige.”

Germán Rodríguez Espinosa, Director & Editor-in-Chief at Hispanovisión, delivers a lecture on "Contemporary Ibero-Latin-American Relationships," during the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America.”

Participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America” visit the German Parliament, where a guided tour was held in order to learn the history of this emblematic building.

Lasse Hölck, Researcher at the Latin America Institute, Free University Berlin, delivered a lecture on "Cultural Heterogeneity and Environmental Preservation: Lessons from Past and Present", at the European Commission in Berlin.

Genaro Rios-Müggenburg, Project Manager of ProMexico Germany, delivers a lecture on “Creative Industries in Latin America. Mexico: Matrix of the Spanish-Speaking Digital Wave”, at the European Commission in Berlin.

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Brückner, Academic Director of the Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies, delivers a lecture on “Cultural Diplomacy and Multiculturalism in Germany. A Model for Latin America?”, at the Bundeszentrale für politische Bildung

Mr. Santiago Gómez Rojas, director of the Spanisches Filmfest, delivers a lecture on the International Film Co-Productions as an opportunity to preserve national heritage in Latin America.

Mr. Jorge Locane, Researcher at the Frei Universität Berlin speaks about the ‘New Trends in Cultural Expression’, including ‘Contemporary and Experimental Art Forms’ such as the formation of ‘guaraportunhol’, as a new form of dialect in the region.

The Latin American Team during the closing ceremony of the Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America.

Irene Izquieta, member of the Latin American Team, interviews Marta Lopes de Souza, Brazilian participant at the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America.”

Participants of the Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America during the lecture and workshop “Gastronomy as Cultural Diplomacy: The Case of Mexican Cuisine - UNESCO World Heritage.”

Participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America” at Check Point Charlie, the renowned check point between East and West Berlin during the Cold War and one of the main tourist attractions in Berlin.

Participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America” in front of the Brandenburg Gate, which was rebuilt in the late 18th Century as a neoclassical triumphal arch, and now one of the most well-known landmarks of Germany.“Symposium for Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America”.

Enjoying a traditional Berliner dinner with the participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Germany.”

Participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America” in front of old sections of the Berlin Wall, now painted and displayed at Check Point Charlie.

Participants of the “Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Latin America” visit the German Parliament, where a guided tour was held in order to learn the history of this emblematic building.

Mark Donfried with H. E. Amb. Elena Poptodorova, ICD Advisory Board member; Ambassador of Bulgaria to the USA. H.E. Amb. Elena Poptodorova delivered a lecture on "Strengthening the US-EU Relationship:The Importance of Investing in the Youth Education and Advancement”

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