Policies and Principles

 

International Cultural Relations Institute (ICRI) is committed and works pro-actively for global, regional and local exchange of ideas, values, traditions and other aspects of culture or identity among individuals, groups and societies. Our work and projects engage the public sector, private sector and civil society in order to fostering peace and understanding, stability and prosperity throughout the world.

International Cultural Relations Institute (ICRI) is committed and works pro-actively for promotion of cultural diversity and respect for human rights. In our work and all our projects we emphasize the importance of global and local respect, protection and promotion of the rights to freedom of opinion and expression, including artistic expression, heritage and identity.

International Cultural Relations Institute (ICRI) understands the primary potential of culture in global relations, as unique force capable of encouraging mutual respect and inter-cultural dialogue. In our work and all our projects we take account of regional differences and local sensitivities, tailoring all actions to particular cultural contexts and interests.

International Cultural Relations Institute (ICRI) promotes wide, integrative and cross-cutting understanding and approach to culture. Our work and projects are concerning with wide range of policies and activities, from inter-cultural dialogue to tourism, from education and research to the creative industries, from protecting heritage to promoting creative industries and new technologies, and from artisanship to development cooperation.

International Cultural Relations Institute (ICRI) supports cooperation and dialogue amongst various individuals, cultural operators, representatives of cultural and creative industries and representatives of local, national and international authorities. Our work and projects aim to emphasize ‘the need to incorporate culture as a strategic element in national and international policies and cooperation’, support cultural and creative industries, spread new ideas, establish direct and indirect ties among people and societies, and foster innovation on local and global level.

International Cultural Relations Institute (ICRI) supports and emphasizes the importance of cooperation on all levels in order to protect, rehabilitate and promote world cultural heritage. Our work and projects engage local and regional authorities, businesses and civil society, aiming at new solutions for the preservation and management of cultural heritage, promotion of local identities and multiculturalism, sustainable communities and attracting tourists and economic growth.

International Cultural Relations Institute (ICRI) is committed and works on fostering conflict resolution and global peace through inter-cultural dialogue. Our work and projects engage local and national authorities, artists and cultural operators and civil society, aiming to support the processes of reconciliation in different societies and promotion of inter-cultural understanding and peaceful solutions to bilateral, regional and international conflicts.