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New Pathways for Pacific Cultural Heritage: ICHCAP’s Collaborative Information Session in Fiji
- NameSailom Lee
- Date07 Nov 2024

On November 4, 2024, the ICHCAP Information Session convened at the Department of Culture, Arts, and Heritage (DCHA) in Suva, Fiji, bringing together an array of dedicated stakeholders to explore new pathways in cultural heritage protection. With the purpose of strengthening cooperation on ICH video documentation project across the Pacific and deepening partnerships for the ichLinks platform, the session welcomed representatives from major local and international cultural institutions in Fiji, including the DCHA, the Institute of iTaukei Language and Culture (TILC), the Fiji Arts Council, the South Pacific Community (SPC), and the UNESCO Fiji Antenna Office.
Mr. Weonmo Park, Director of Information and Research Office of ICHCAP, set the tone for the day by underscoring the significance of enhancing Pacific partnerships, rooted in the success of past collaborations. He lauded Fiji’s pivotal role in safeguarding and showcasing the rich diversity of intangible cultural heritage, highlighting joint achievements such as the publication of Traditional Knowledge and Wisdom of the Pacific and the preservation of ICH-related analogue audiovisual materials. These initiatives, he emphasized, are not only safeguarding Fiji’s heritage but also bringing it to global audiences through the ichLinks platform.
ICHCAP’s remarks struck a chord with participants, who responded with keen interest and enthusiasm for expanded collaboration across the Pacific. Many saw the video documentation project as an opportunity to amplify the cultural narratives of the region, while the ichLinks platform offers a powerful gateway to share these stories with the world. Reflecting on these opportunities, Mr. Park expressed gratitude for the spirit of cooperation and shared vision, noting that partnerships like these ensure that Pacific heritage remains both vibrant and visible in a global context.
Fijian representatives echoed this sentiment, with Mr. Sipiriano Nemani, Director of the DCHA, sharing insights on the importance of uniting cultural heritage protection with contemporary documentation methods. He spoke of the significance of sustaining the cultural identities of Pacific communities, advocating for partnerships that not only document but also breathe new life into traditional practices.
This session marked an inspiring step forward, as it fostered fervent interest among participating organizations, setting the stage for a new chapter in collaboration. ICHCAP and its Pacific partners are now poised to develop initiatives that will not only safeguard intangible cultural heritage but also keep it dynamic and accessible across generations. Through these joint efforts, the cultural legacy of the Pacific will continue to flourish, offering a timeless gift of identity and tradition to the global community.




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