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      The 2nd edition of the Biennale of Luanda - "Pan-African Forum for the Culture of Peace"

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      The 2nd edition of the Biennale of Luanda - "Pan-African Forum for the Culture of Peace"
      Nov 27, 2021 - 09:15 - Dec 2, 2021 - 17:15
      • The 2nd edition of the Biennale of Luanda - "Pan-African Forum for the Culture of Peace"

        The Biennale of Luanda – “Pan-African Forum for the Culture of Peace” is an international event jointly organized by UNESCO, the African Union and the Government of Angola. The 2021 Biennale will be held from 27 November to 2 December 2021 in a hybrid format, mixing face-to-face and digital elements.

        The general public will be able to follow the Biennale live from 27 to 30 November, while the 1st and 2nd December will be dedicated to the partnership sessions which will have restricted access.

        The entire event (excluding the partnership sessions) will be streamed on “Biennale TV”, freely accessible on the Biennale’s website with interpretation available in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish.

        This year, the Biennale will gather several Heads of States and Government representatives, over a hundred panelists and youth from all across Africa and its diasporas, and numerous high-level representatives, personalities and partners!

        We invite you to share this “Save the Date” within your network!

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        Concept Note: Harnessing the potential of oceans for sustainable development and peace
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        General Presentation (EN)
        Concept Note: The contribution of arts, culture and heritage to peace
        Concept Note: Engaging young people as actors of social transformations for conflict prevention and sustainable development
        Concept Note: Africa in the face of conflicts, crises and inequalities
        Concept Note: Harnessing the potential of oceans for sustainable development and peace

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