The Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage

The Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage is an international agreement adopted by UNESCO to protect and promote cultural practices, expressions, knowledge, and skills that communities, groups, and individuals recognize as part of their cultural identity. This includes traditions like music, dance, festivals, craftsmanship, and languages. The goal is to ensure these living cultural elements are preserved, transmitted to future generations, and remain vibrant parts of cultural diversity worldwide. It encourages countries to identify, respect, and support their intangible cultural heritage through policies and actions.