Intercultural Week in Cuxhaven: Celebrates diversity with 20 events!

Intercultural Week in Cuxhaven: Celebrates diversity with 20 events!

The Intercultural Week, which will be celebrated nationwide for the 50th time in 2023, is dedicated to diversity and intercultural dialogue. Under the motto “For!” Cuxhaven invites all curious people and culture lovers to actively participate in the numerous events. This series extends over a whole month in the Hanseatic city and not only raises awareness of tolerance, but also promotes respectful interaction with one another. Loud CNV Media Jörg Flehnert is one of the co-organizers who, together with many committed partners, is putting together a colorful program.

The Intercultural Week 2023 kicks off on Sunday, August 31st. The Festival of Cultures in the Haus der Jugend opens its doors from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and presents nine different cultures in nine rooms. Here visitors can celebrate peaceful coexistence and be inspired. A total of 20 events are planned, including the informative series “Market of European Opportunities” at BBS Cuxhaven on September 18th. Furthermore, a lecture on the 75th anniversary of the Basic Law will be given by political scientist Ingo Espenschied on September 12th.

Cultural highlights and participation offers

The Intercultural Week shines with a varied program. On September 4th the film “Walter Kaufmann – what a life!” in the Bali Cinema for exciting entertainment, followed by a concert by the Ukrainian singer Yuliia Sevostanianova on September 12th in the Church of Grace. For theater lovers, the performance of the musical "Limitless! The Flying Classroom 2.0" on September 26th is an absolute must. And it will also be cinematic on September 29th with the film “Surf on, Europe” in the Bali cinema. These highlights offer a great opportunity to get to know different cultures better and to exchange ideas.

There will also be a reading by actress Claudia Wenzel on the 35th anniversary of reunification on September 15th. The crowning conclusion of this colorful series of events takes place on October 3rd, German Unity Day. All participants can sing along at the town hall, supported by four choirs, which further strengthens community building.

A strong sign of tolerance

Over the years, the Intercultural Week has established itself as a platform for tolerance and respect and is supported by many organizations. The actors include Caritas, the city of Cuxhaven, the ver.di trade union and the “Grandmas Against the Right” initiative. These partnerships are a strong signal against racism and discrimination. Loud Cux club the events are not just limited to the current week; The Intercultural Week 2024, which starts on September 2nd, 2024, is already being considered today.

In conclusion, Intercultural Week is not only a celebration of diversity, but also a call for everyone to be part of an open and respectful society. A look into the future also gives hope that the upcoming Intercultural Week 2025 from September 21st to 28th will offer an atmosphere that is just as lively and inspiring as the current series promises Live democracy! is to be read.