Applications Closed
Understanding Culture
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Status
Closed -
Date
09 Nov 2024 to 14 Nov 2024 -
Location
Cairo, Egypt
- Examine the complex range of meanings of the term ‘culture’.
- Understand that beauty in the arts is not purely functional or meant only for the enjoyment of the educated few; it has intrinsic value, for spiritual and ethical reasons.
- Understand the contributions of AKTC to architecture, urban heritage, and traditional music in the Muslim world as key components of the cultural heritage of humanity.
- Explore the importance of cultural literacy in avoiding conflicts, facilitating dialogue, enhancing creativity, and promoting the spirit of pluralism.