kulturweit is a project of the German UNESCO Commission that has been committed to international exchange and the promotion of culture, education, and nature since 2009. As part of Germany's foreign cultural and educational policy, kulturweit aims to support young people and promote a culture of mutual understanding across borders.
The main mission of kulturweit is to create spaces for dialogue and promote a partnership exchange between different cultures. Through international dialogue at cultural institutions, within the UNESCO network, at schools and universities, lasting connections are to be established worldwide. The promotion of young people and the strengthening of a culture of mutual understanding are central values of the program[2][3].
kulturweit is committed to sustainability and the preservation of cultural and natural heritage. By collaborating with UNESCO national commissions, biosphere reserves, and World Heritage sites, the program contributes to international scientific cooperation and dialogue between cultures. The volunteers contribute to the understanding and preservation of cultural and natural resources worldwide[2][3].
Since its inception, over 6,000 volunteers have engaged through kulturweit in 93 countries. A follow-up study shows that nearly 90 percent of participants have become more open-minded through their experiences, and about two-thirds have developed a better understanding of democracy. These results underscore the long-term impact and significance of the program for international understanding and cooperation[3].
