To bridge this gap, we need intercultural dialogue to appreciate the value of cultural diversity as strength and opportunity for humanity to develop.Intercultural dialogue requires a collective effort to establish shared knowledge and values with an eye on mutual respect and understanding. Efforts that can make people look at the issues that divide them in a new light. These efforts include creating platforms for partnership, promoting education, innovative use of media and communication technologies and integration of young people from both genders. They are not just beneficiaries, but rather essential actors in creating solutions to issues faced by people in the world today.Engaging youth in promoting intercultural dialogue leads to better informed and equitable cultural policies as well as strengthening transparency, accountability and ownership. At the same time, it is important to counter negative narratives through spreading positive discourse.

Source: Egypt Today November 06, 2017 14:37 UTC