Theme: Diversity, Multiculturalism, and Civic Cohesion
Focus: Post-industrial fragmentation, migration, linguistic diversity, intercultural belonging. Exploring “mongrel cities” as thriving hybrids. Cherishing cultural and language diversity as foundations for civic resilience and peace.
Research Basis: Protect Cultural Diversity, Commit to Shared Place.
Thematic Action Ideas: Street storytelling festivals, neighbourhood oral history projects, intercultural dialogue practices.
Key Question: Who belongs in the city, and who decides?
Expected Outcomes: Principles for intercultural communication, fostering civic cohesion, and migration-inclusive urban cultures.
