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🌍 ifa fosters dialogue in arts, research & civil society. Worldwide.

Mehr ifa-Seiten im Netzwerk - More ifa pages in our network:

https://www.facebook.com/ifa.visualarts
https://www.facebook.com/MindNetz
https://www.facebook.com/zivikfunding
https://www.facebook.com/DeutscheKulturInternational
https://www.facebook.com/DialogueandResearch

20/10/2026

Want to go abroad and strengthen your civil society network? The Fellowship 2027 is now open for applications: https://www.ifa.de/en/funding/ccp-fellowships/

⚠️Deadline: 8 December 2026, 23:59 (CET)

We are looking for professionals and committed volunteers in the fields of policy & society, media & culture, human rights & peace, and sustainable development & circular economy! 🌎

Apply now for a funded 2–3 month stay in 2027 at a host organisation in Germany or a CCP programme country (for applicants from Germany). We’re excited to welcome Cambodia, Serbia and Syria as new programme countries.

Expand your expertise, build new connections and gain transcultural skills through your host organisation, workshops and networking events. Start your application today!

08/10/2026

How should key concepts, practices, and methodologies of International Cultural Relations (ICR) be reshaped in regard to the multiple challenges and disruptions of our time?

How is AI transforming notions of trust and attraction? Can Ecoculture become a new framework for practicing ICR? How might the expansion of BRICS influence international cultural relations? And what could the future of cultural diplomacy look like?

These questions, and many more, will be explored by ICRRA members and invited respondents during three thematic ICRRA Talks on:
🔹Trust (20 October)
🔹Communality (21 October)
🔹Rules (22 October)

You too can join this global conversation on the future of International Cultural Relations 👇

Register here: https://www.ifa.de/en/conference/icrra-talks-2026-global-order/

All the talks will take place in English from 1pm to 3pm (CEST, Berlin time zone) via Zoom.

02/10/2026

What does culture have to do with security?

In a world shaped by growing geopolitical tensions and uncertainty, security can no longer be understood only in terms of military strength. Trust, democratic resilience and international cooperation are also part of a broader understanding of security.

This is where comes in. Cultural exchange can strengthen dialogue and understanding while contributing to more resilient societies.

Our new focus page on explores how culture can contribute to peace and resilience and what this means for international cultural policy.

🔗Learn more: https://www.ifa.de/en/culture-and-security/

30/09/2026

In a world marked by growing polarisation and conflict, culture creates vital spaces for critical thought. Biennials bring diverse perspectives into dialogue, spark conversations about our shared realities, and foster spaces for open exchange. 🌏

This is where international cultural exchange matters. Through its support of global biennials and the in Venice, Ifa - Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen strengthens and contributes to mutual understanding across borders.

👉 How can biennials contribute to soft power?

Swipe through to find out and read the full feature on our website: https://www.ifa.de/en/biennial-cultural-exchange/

23/09/2026

Wir suchen Verstärkung! 🚀

Für das Förderprogramm zivik in Berlin sucht die Abteilung Dialoge ab 01.10.2026 eine:n Officemanager:in (w/m/d) in Vollzeit (100%).

Die Tätigkeit umfasst die administrative Betreuung von Förderprojekten, das Fördermittel- und Vergabemanagement, die Beratung von NGOs sowie die Unterstützung der Öffentlichkeitsarbeit und Veranstaltungsorganisation.

Das klingt nach dir? Dann bewirb dich jetzt und gestalte mit uns internationale Zusammenarbeit:

21/09/2026

Frieden und Verständigung leben davon, unterschiedliche Perspektiven kennenzulernen und sich mit den Zusammenhängen auseinanderzusetzen, die Gesellschaften und internationale Beziehungen prägen.

Literatur und Forschung können dabei neue Sichtweisen eröffnen und dazu beitragen, globale Entwicklungen besser einzuordnen. 📚

Anlässlich des Internationalen Tags des Friedens stellt die eine Auswahl an Literatur rund um , und vor.

Weitere Literatur zu diesen und verwandten Themen findet ihr im Discovery-Katalog der ifa-Bibliothek: https://bit.ly/3xkc9pT

17/09/2026

“Each time we choose dialogue over division, and cooperation over confrontation, we strengthen democracy,” says UN Secretary General António Guterres. 🫂

He stresses: “the importance of bringing together people from across societies to enrich decision making, foster trust, and build more peaceful, inclusive, and resilient societies”.

Isn’t that precisely the role of culture?

Yet, in an era marked by democratic backlashes and polycrisis, there also a risk for culture to be instrumentalised or weaponized.

Following the International Day of , we invite you to explore ICRRA’s latest policy brief: ‘Conflicted Culture: Resilience and cooperation to thrive in changing world orders’.
Available in English, Spanish and French: https://www.ifa.de/en/publications/results/conflicted-culture/

Authors: ICRRA members Meike Lettau, Friederike Landau-Donnelly, Shadrach Teryila Ukuma, Lesley Donna Williams and Luisa Mejia.

British Council

16/09/2026

“Democracy cannot be secured by means of political institutions alone. It needs people who keep conversations with each other going, who exchange ideas and create networks beyond borders.”🌍

Following the International Day of Democracy, we are reminded of the importance of resilient democratic societies.

At a time when political polarisation is growing, trust in democratic institutions is declining and disinformation is shaping public debate, the foundations of are facing growing challenges.

This is where international cultural exchange matters. Through its work across the arts, civil society, journalism and research, ifa contributes to more resilient and open societies.

🔎Learn more about our work to strengthen democratic resilience worldwide: https://www.ifa.de/en/strengthening-democracy/

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