UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding

The UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding identifies cultural practices, traditions, or expressions at risk of disappearing. These are living aspects of a community’s culture, like traditional music, dance, crafts, or rituals, that are vulnerable due to factors like modernization or lack of transmission to younger generations. UNESCO’s goal is to raise awareness and encourage efforts to preserve and protect these cultural treasures, ensuring they can be passed down, remain vibrant, and continue to contribute to cultural diversity worldwide.