The Heritage and Cultural Society of Africa (HACSA) Foundation is set to participate in the African World Heritage Day in collaboration with UNESCO, the Permanent Delegation of Ghana to UNESCO, and the African World Heritage Fund (AWHF). This year’s theme, “African Natural and Cultural Heritage beyond Borders,” is aimed at promoting and preserving Africa’s natural and cultural treasures.
The event will be in two parts, with a virtual program in the morning and a physical screening of HACSA’s Christiansborg Castle documentary in the afternoon. HACSA successfully launched three short documentary films in February 2022, which focused on the histories of three heritage sites in Accra associated with the transatlantic slave trade and colonialism.
The documentaries, produced by HACSA and directed by Mr. Juan Gelas, were made possible with the support of the Embassy of France to Ghana, Google Arts and Culture, and the African Leadership University. They can be watched at the HACSA Exhibit on Google Arts & Culture or on YouTube @thehacsa.
The virtual round table discussion will feature insightful discussions on the preservation and promotion of Africa’s natural and cultural treasures. As part of the discussion, HACSA will highlight the historical significance and preservation of the Christiansborg Castle site.
The international premiere and exclusive screening of HACSA’s Christiansborg Castle documentary will be a physical event co-hosted by UNESCO and the Permanent Delegation of Ghana to UNESCO. The event will include a presentation by HACSA’s Founder and CEO, Ambassador Johanna Svanikier, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A.
For the most part, the HACSA Foundation’s mission is to reunite the diaspora, preserve and promote African heritage and culture, celebrate and support talent and creativity in Africa and the diaspora, develop leadership and career skills in the youth, and empower women and girls. HACSA curates virtual and physical meeting spaces and places which celebrate African heritage and culture and enlighten, empower, inspire, and educate people and communities about Africa.
In conclusion, the HACSA Foundation’s participation in the African World Heritage Day is a great opportunity to celebrate and promote African natural and cultural heritage beyond borders. The event will not only bring awareness to the importance of preserving African heritage, but also unite people from different parts of the world in promoting this cause.
Source: Starrfm