Schönbrunner Str. 213, Top 308
1120 Vienna
Austria
- International/Cultural relations
The Kurdish Cultural Institute Vienna (official name in German: Kurdisches Kulturinstitut Wien), also known as "Enstîtuya Çanda Kurdî ya Viyanayê" in Kurdish, is an independent cultural institution founded in May 2017 by a collective of Kurdish artists and academics.
The institute is dedicated to promoting Kurdish language and culture, and it aims to offer Austrians and Kurds in the diaspora an opportunity to experience Kurdish art, music, literature, and language firsthand. Through these cultural experiences, the institute endeavors to foster connections and understanding between Austria and the Kurdish community.
The mission of the Kurdish Cultural Institute Vienna is to promote and preserve Kurdish language, art, culture, and heritage in Austria. The institute aims to bridge the gap between Austria and the Kurdish community by fostering cultural understanding, dialogue, and appreciation. Its objectives include promoting Kurdish cultural expression, providing language education, preserving cultural heritage, fostering research and academic engagement, engaging the local community and advocating for recognition.
Fields of Activity:
- Education, Language and Literature: Promoting and preserving languages, literature, and linguistic traditions through language courses, literary events, translations, and publications.
- Cultural Policy and Development: Participating in cultural policy discussions, supporting cultural infrastructure development, and contributing to cultural strategies and initiatives at local, regional, or national levels.
- Cultural Exchange and Collaboration: Facilitating collaborations and exchanges between local and international artists, cultural institutions, and communities to foster cross-cultural dialogue and understanding.
Main projects/activities:
- Kurdish Library
- Scherefname Literaturpreis
- Kurdish language courses for adults
- Kulik Children Summer language Camp
- Special language courses for students fo the University of Vienna
- Kurdish Book Club of Vienna
- Exhibitions showcasing Kurdish art and culture
- Concerts featuring Kurdish music
- Film screenings of Kurdish movies
- Book Presentations & Lectures on Kurdish Literatur
- Community Summerfest
- Workshops on Kurdish arts
- Traditional Kurdish dance performances
- Poetry readings and recitals
- Conferences on Kurdish history and society
- Cultural tours and excursions
- Integration projects for Kurds living in Austria
The Kurdish Cultural Institute Vienna can contribute to the Network of the Anna Lindh Foundation in Austria by leveraging our expertise and experience in intercultural dialogue. We can actively participate in network activities and events to share our knowledge, insights, and best practices in fostering intercultural understanding and dialogue.
Additionally, we can collaborate with other members of the network on joint projects, initiatives, and exchanges that promote cultural diversity, dialogue, and mutual respect.
As the Kurdish Cultural Institute Vienna, we are eager to join the ALF Network because it provides a valuable platform for connecting with like-minded organizations and individuals who share our passion for promoting intercultural dialogue, understanding, and cooperation. By joining the network, we will have the opportunity to access a diverse range of perspectives, experiences, and resources that will enrich our own initiatives and enable us to broaden our reach and impact.