South Asia Foundation fondly remembers the visionary, UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Madanjeet Singh, author, diplomat, painter, photographer and philanthropist who dedicated his life to the principle of regional cooperation among the countries of South Asia. He is the first Indian in the history of UNESCO to be nominated UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador. The South Asia Foundation pays tribute to the memory of its Founder and dedicates itself to achieving his vision for the Region.
The publication, celebrating India's remarkable cultural heritage, was partially funded by the Madanjeet Singh Foundation with a generous contribution of USD 10,000. This support underscores the foundation’s enduring commitment to cultural preservation and its collaborative efforts with UNESCO to promote a deeper understanding of India's World Heritage Sites.
On #WorldArtDay2021, UNESCO New Delhi has collaborated with artists to highlight the uncertain situation of artists in India. The campaign, #UNESCOsupportsartists to strengthen the status of artists in the region by promoting a secure cultural policy and better social support for artists.
Funded by the Kingdom of Bahrain and established in 2005, the Prize awards annually US$ 25,000 each to two innovative projects leveraging new technologies to expand educational opportunities....