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    UN OFFICE IN ARMENIA MARKS WORLD DAY FOR CULTURAL DIVERSITY

    armradio.am
    13.05.2011 15:38

    An art exhibition dedicated to the World Day for Cultural Diversity
    for Dialogue and Development was opened today in the UN House. It is
    aimed at providing an opportunity to deepen the understanding of the
    values of cultural diversity and to learn to better "live together".

    The paintings and sculptures of the Armenian artist Gevorg Msheci,
    were exhibited. His art works have attracted the attention of youth,
    artistic community, authorities and civil society representatives,
    media and the general public.

    Maria Dotsenko, UN Department of Public Information Representative
    said: "The UNDPI pays attention to promotion of cultural diversity
    and supports the country's efforts aimed at guaranteeing that all
    persons have the right to express themselves and to disseminate
    their work freely and to participate in the cultural life. Armenia,
    being located in the crossroads of ancient civilizations, has rich
    traditions of appreciation of cultural diversity."

    The painter, Gevorg Msheci added: "For more than ten years I have
    cooperated with the UNDPI and appreciate their support to the
    endorsement of Armenian art. This support motivates and encourages
    me to promote through the art mutual understanding, tolerance and
    dialogue between people of different nations."

    The UN General Assembly proclaimed 21 May as the World Day for Cultural
    Diversity for Dialogue and has welcomed the Universal Declaration
    on Cultural Diversity adopted by UNESCO in 2001 and the Action Plan
    for the implementation of this Declaration. Armenia, among other UN
    Members States, participates in the implementation of this Action Plan.

    The exhibition will be open to the public at the UN House until 31 May.


    From: Baghdasarian
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