The Ministry of Culture and the National Program against racism and racial discrimination of the Republic of Cuba with support from the United Nations Population Fund, call for the International Conference “Cuba 2024 Decade of People of African Descent Equality-equity-social justice”.
To be held from December 9 to 13, 2024 with spaces for analysis, reflection and debate through panels and special interventions; visits to cultural and educational institutions and communities, as well as artistic presentations in the cities of Havana and Matanzas. Its objectives are:
1. To make visible Cuba's commitment and work in the fight against racism and discrimination based on skin color and ethnic, national or territorial origin, since January 1, 1959, highlighting its role in the Decade of People of African Descent.
2. To exchange experiences among different countries on the fight and prevention of racism and discrimination based on skin colour and ethnic, national or territorial origin, in all its forms.
3. To discuss issues of inclusion, integration, equality, equity and respect for identities.
Foreign citizens and Cubans residing outside of Cuba who wish to participate may apply to register as delegates. The deadline for applications will close on September 15, 2024 at 11:00 p.m.
They will be sent to the following email addresses:
rensoli64@cubarte.cult.cu or chanel@mincult.gob.cu or by WhatsApp to the following telephone numbers: +53 52691835, +53 58890637, +53 53342925 or +53 52159424.
The following data must be recorded:
Names and surnames, city, country, institution or organization, postal address, email address, telephone numbers, photograph and a brief statement of your reasons for participating in the conference. Speakers and panelists are approved by the organizing committee.