21 September — International Day of Peace
PAIVAND participated in the ICDO event “Mixing Diversities & Sharing Experiences”, held at the Azerbaijani Cultural Centre in Vienna, Austria, on the occasion of the International Day of Peace.
The event brought together representatives of different cultures in a spirit of dialogue, mutual understanding and respect for cultural diversity.
PAIVAND Representation at the Event
PAIVAND was represented by Mag. Munira Chudoba, Ethnomusicologist, who contributed her expertise in music, cultural heritage and intercultural dialogue.
Her participation highlighted the importance of cultural exchange and dialogue in bringing diverse communities and perspectives together.
Expert Panel: Belonging Across Borders
A key part of the event was the expert panel “Belonging Across Borders: Culture, Identity and Peacebuilding.”
The panel focused on the importance of safeguarding cultural diversity and identity and explored the role of dialogue in building peace across borders.
Dialogue on Culture, Identity, Migration and Peacebuilding in International Day of Peace Event
The event also featured an inspiring discussion with H.E. Manizha Bakhtari, Ambassador of Afghanistan to Austria, and Dr. Melita H. Sunjic.
The discussion offered valuable perspectives on cultural diversity, identity, migration and peacebuilding, contributing to a broader exchange of experiences and ideas around culture and peaceful coexistence.
PAIVAND and Intercultural Dialogue
Through its participation in the event, PAIVAND contributed to an international dialogue focused on cultural diversity, identity and peacebuilding.
The event provided an opportunity to exchange experiences and perspectives while emphasizing the importance of mutual understanding, cultural respect and intercultural dialogue.
