The framework of the "ZAEV Academy for Public Policy" will have the goal of continuous education and improvement of the skills of the participants, while understanding the process of creating public policy. The exact number of participants, the required professional qualifications and competencies, the application process, the selection process, and the exact program with lectures and interactive workshops, seminars and visits will be further defined. Marking
ZAEV Academy for Public Policy 26-27
15 September - International Day of Democracy
The International Day of Democracy provides an opportunity to review the state of democracy in the world. Democracy is as much a process as a goal, and only with the full participation of and support by the international community, national governing bodies, civil society and individuals, can the ideal of democracy be made into a reality to be enjoyed by everyone, everywhere.
Freedom of expression is a fundamental human right, enshrined in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. But around the world, there are governments and those wielding power who find many ways to obstruct it.
Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states, “Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers.”
21 May - World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
Held every year on 21 May, UNESCO leads the celebration of World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development highlighting not only the richness of the world’s cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development.
With 89% of all current conflicts in the world occurring in countries with low intercultural dialogue, to forge effective cooperation and sustain peace, strengthening intercultural dialogue must be a priority.
According to UNESCO data, the cultural and creative sector is one of the most powerful engines of development worldwide. It accounts for more than 48 million jobs globally –almost half of which are held by women – representing 6.2% of all existing employment and 3.1% of global GDP. It is also the sector that employs and provides opportunities for the largest number of young people under the age of 30.
However, the cultural and creative sector still does not have the place it deserves in public policies and international cooperation.
The realization of this Academy envisages it to be composed of:
Simulation of decision-making processes in public hearings and negotiation procedures aimed at better understanding of how democratic systems function.
Organizing public debates and panel discussions on intercultural dialogue, social cohesion, and the role of diversity in modern democracies.
