Deadline: 1-Oct-21
UNESCO is launching a Call for Applications for the Global Host City for the 2022 International Jazz Day celebration.
It aims to raise awareness on the role of jazz as an educational tool and as a force for creativity, dialogue and intercultural exchange, and highlights how jazz:
- breaks down barriers and creates opportunities for mutual understanding and tolerance;
- is a vector of freedom of expression;
- brings people together in celebration and reduces tensions between individuals, groups, and communities;
- encourages artistic innovation, improvisation, new forms of expression, and inclusion of traditional music forms into new ones;
- stimulates intercultural dialogue and empowers young people from marginalized societies.
The designated Global Host City will take responsibility for the organization and all costs of the Programme of Activities, under the supervision of and in close cooperation with UNESCO and UNESCO’s partner, the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, a non-governmental organization (NGO) that oversees the overall planning, production and coordination of the Programme of Activities.
The Programme of Activities consists of two parts:
- The Educational and Outreach Programme includes master classes, lectures, performances and panel discussions, with local, national and regional schools, universities, institutions and community organizations. The outreach extends to community service programmes targeting vulnerable populations including the elderly, the critically ill, the disabled and the homeless, among others. The aim is to celebrate and share widely the messages and values of International Jazz Day with the general public.
- The All-Star Global Concert brings together a stellar line-up of international jazz artists for a performance that spans styles, cultures and languages. In the spirit of International Jazz Day, it takes place in a landmark venue with rich historical significance to both the Global Host City and the hosting nation.
All components of the Programme of Activities (All-Star Global Concert and Educatonal and Outreach Programme) must be fully open to the public and free of charge. Merchandise items (t-shirts, posters, etc.) may not be sold and must be provided free of charge to participants, volunteers and the general public. All costs for the Programme of Activities must be fully covered through contributions from local and national government as well as public and private sector sponsors.
Eligibility Criteria
Cities and cities in partnership with a nongovernmental organization in UNESCO Member States and Associate Members can apply.
For more information, visit https://en.unesco.org/protecting-our-heritage-and-fostering-creativity/calljazzday