Al-Ahsa City Representative Secures Deputy Head Position at UNESCO Creative Cities Network
In a remarkable achievement, Dr. Ibrahim Al-Shabaith, the representative of Al-Ahsa, has been appointed as the deputy head at the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in crafts and folk arts. This prestigious network consists of 66 cities worldwide that excel in the creative field, and Al-Ahsa joined their ranks in 2015.
Rich Culture and History in Handicrafts and Folk Arts
Al-Ahsa’s success in securing this position is a testament to the city’s rich culture and deep history in handicrafts and folk arts. This accomplishment was made possible through a collaborative effort involving various entities such as Al-Ahsa Municipality, the Culinary Arts Commission, and the Royal Institute for Traditional Arts.
Promoting Sustainability Through Education and Cultural Activities
Al-Ahsa has been actively working on developing and integrating the connection between education and cultural and creative activities to ensure the sustainability of handicrafts and folk arts. The city has also shared its expertise in preserving these traditional art forms with other creative cities around the world through participation in meetings and conferences in countries like South Korea, Poland, and the US.
Leading the Way in the Gulf Region and Arab World
By becoming a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, Al-Ahsa has become the first city in the Gulf region and the third in the Arab world to join this prestigious network. This recognition further solidifies Al-Ahsa’s position as a leader in promoting and preserving traditional crafts and folk arts on a global scale.