World Forum for intangible Cultural Heritage

Performance (Jinkwansa Suryukje)

Opening ceremony

Keynote presentations

Session 1: Exploring the Economic Value of ICH

In this session, we will explore the economic value of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) through its connections with industry, entrepreneurship, and cultural content. By examining cases from Timor-Leste, Hong Kong, and Jeju Island, the session will highlight how ICH can foster creative industries, generate economic opportunities, and promote sustainability while preserving cultural traditions and identities.

Session 2: Community-Based Economic Activities and Sustainable Development

In this session, we will explore how community-based economic activities rooted in intangible cultural heritage (ICH) contribute to sustainable development. Through discussions on community empowerment and examples of living heritage in Malaysia, the session will highlight how traditional cultural practices can support local livelihoods, strengthen community participation, and promote sustainable economic opportunities while safeguarding cultural heritage.

Special lectures

Session 3: Ethical Commercialisation of ICH

In this session, we will explore the ethical commercialisation of intangible cultural heritage (ICH), focusing on how cultural traditions can be promoted and utilised while safeguarding their authenticity and cultural values. Through discussions on ethical considerations, the challenges of commercialisation, and Japan’s systems for protecting traditional crafts, the session will highlight approaches to balancing economic opportunities with the sustainable safeguarding of living heritage.

Special session: Local Perspectives: Economic Practices of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Korea

In this special session, we will explore the economic practices and contributions of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) in Korea, focusing on the Jeju Haenyeo culture, the Gangneung Danoje Festival, and Kimchi and Kimjang culture. Through these cases, the session will highlight how traditional cultural practices contribute to local livelihoods, cultural industries, and economic development, while addressing challenges such as climate change and the sustainable safeguarding of living heritage.

Closing ceremony