Below is an approximate transcript of Cultural Infusion founder Peter Mousaferiadis‘ opening remarks at the 2019 World Tolerance Summit in Dubai, where he was invited to moderate a panel discussion regarding the ‘culture’ pillar of tolerance. Featured on the panel were: Saba Almubaslat (UK), CEO of the Asfari Foundation; Dawn Metcalfe (IRL), Managing Director of PDSi; and Dr Mark Owen …
Culture at your fingertips – Open House Melbourne
Have you ever wanted to see an explosives storage facility? Have you ever wondered how the Government House looks from the inside? Then, cancel all your appointments on the 29 and 30 of July. Open House is a global initiative that enables people to experience their city’s architecture, to understand how it influences life, and to be informed about future …
A month of Weeks: multiCultural Events for August
At Cultural Infusion, we love to celebrate the diverse cultures of Australia. Every month, cities and towns across the nation hold a great array of multicultural events . This month, Queensland and the Northern Territory, in particular, are highlighting their multicultural successes, inviting lovers of Australian and global cultures to indulge themselves. Queensland Multicultural Month (1st-31st August) Queenslanders are coming …
Bastille Day around Australia
What is Bastille Day? Bastille Day marks the storming of Bastille prison on the 14th of July 1789, an act of rebellion against the autocratic monarch and elitist groups who exerted their influence over France. It also celebrates Fête de la Fédération which was the first celebration of Bastille Day in 1790. Since 1880, it has been recognized as a …
Winter holidays activities for kids
Home for the winter holidays? There are so many opportunities to delight and distract the kids over the next two weeks. We’ve put together a list of some entertaining, culturally geared holiday activities to keep everyone sane, occupied and happy, in a location close to you for the June – July break! If you’re feeling the southern chill, warm up …