Heritage Education Network Belize is participating in the UN75 Dialogue

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On Saturday, December 5th, 2020, Heritage Education Network Belize participated in the 2020 UN75 Dialogue that discusses the challenges in the arts and creative industries and how can we collectively navigate the gap between the future we need and where we are headed if mega-trends of COVID and natural disasters continue.

“The United Nations is marking its 75th anniversary at a time of great challenge. COVID-19 is a stark reminder of the need for cooperation across borders, sectors, and generations. Our response will determine how fast the world recovers, whether we achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, and how well we handle the global trends shaping our future, from climate change to new technologies. 2020 must be a year when we all come together, as a global family, to discuss how we can work together more effectively to manage these issues.

Belize, similar to other member countries of the global community, is confronted with many challenges. These include the climate and health crisis, inequality, new forms of conflict and violence, and the rapid changes in demography and digital technologies to name a few. These issues will all require effective cooperation across borders, sectors, and generations. The United Nations wants to gather diverse perspectives and creative ideas on what is needed to address these emerging risks and opportunities. How can we collectively navigate the gap between the future we need and where we are headed if these mega-trends continue?”

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