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2011 International African Diaspora Heritage Trail Conference

2011 International African Diaspora Heritage Trail Conference
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The World Trade and Convention Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, will host the 7th annual conference of the African Diaspora Heritage Trail (ADHT), from 22 to 24 September 2011.

This international cultural tourism initiative that promotes socially conscious travel to sites identified as relevant and important to the global narrative of people and culture of African descent will have a particular significance on this international Year of People of African Descent, as it is designed to educate visitors and safeguard the core values and creativity of African descent, culture and history.

The ADHT Foundation seeks to establish heritage trails linking Diaspora traditions in Africa, North, South and Central America, Bermuda, the Caribbean, Europe, and Canada by developing a network of collaborators who identify, build, finance, promote and market cultural heritage destinations. ADHT destinations will foster sustainable economic development, provide inspiring educational experiences, produce quality cultural products that expose visitors to authentic African Diaspora history and culture, and motivate local populations to become active participants in the preservation and dissemination of their history and culture.

The ADHT annual conference creates a unique and inspiring learning environment for all committed to the development of African Diaspora heritage destinations. From all parts of the globe, visitors and locals gather to explore trends, experience cultural expression, participate in professional development sessions, examine model heritage trail programmes and enjoy establishing viable international networks.

This prestigious international conference began in Bermuda, and the commitment and vision have been endorsed by the UNESCO Slave Route Project, the Africa Travel Association, the Smithsonian Partnership and International Programs Division, the Caribbean Tourism Organization, and a wide assortment of organizations involved with cultural tourism, cultural preservation and academic research.

  • 29-04-2011
  • Updated: 2011-04-29 6:07 pm
  • Date Added: 2011-04-29 5:53 pm