{"id":2934,"date":"2019-03-20T21:01:46","date_gmt":"2019-03-20T21:01:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/?p=2934"},"modified":"2024-10-09T21:55:02","modified_gmt":"2024-10-09T21:55:02","slug":"dekkal-thiossane-at-the-forum-des-associations-in-the-15th-arrondissement-of-paris-on-september-14-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/2019\/03\/20\/dekkal-thiossane-at-the-forum-des-associations-in-the-15th-arrondissement-of-paris-on-september-14-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"MARCH 19, 2019 IN PARIS: DEKKAL THIOSSANE CELEBRATES AFRO-CARIBBEAN CULTURE AND EXPLORES ITS ROLE IN CONFLICT RESOLUTION"},"content":{"rendered":"

Paris, March 2, 2019 - The Dekkal Thiossane association today orchestrated an exceptional cultural day around the theme \"The role of Culture in the prevention and management of risks, crises and conflicts\". The event, held at the Mairie in the 15th arrondissement of Paris, brought together artists, intellectuals and diplomats around a common goal: to demonstrate the power of culture as a vector for peace and development. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This morning, the doors of the Town Hall opened to an immersive exhibition of works by Senegalese artists Bass DHEM and Moctar GUEYE Lika, immersing visitors in the vibrant world of \"Boy Dakar\" and \"\u00catre\" painting and sculpture. Sacred and secular African masks also captivated attention, testifying to the richness of Africa's cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A high-level debate followed in the afternoon, featuring eminent specialists in international relations and conflict resolution: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Kag SANOUSSI<\/strong>Expert in Negotiation Intelligence and President of the International Institute for Conflict Management (ICMI)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Doudou DIENE<\/strong>UN Independent Expert on Human Rights and former Director of UNESCO's Division of Intercultural Dialogue<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Bandiougou DIAWARA<\/strong>Program Manager, M.A.B. (Man and Biosphere) Networks Section, UNESCO<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mrs Feven TEWOLDE<\/strong>representative of the Permanent Delegation of Ethiopia to UNESCO<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their in-depth analysis of the crucial role of culture in resolving crises and conflicts in Africa sparked a rich and constructive dialogue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The evening continued with a colorful fashion show presented by Senegalese designer Ouley KEITA, showcasing woven loincloths from Senegal and Guinea-Bissau. The festive atmosphere intensified with an exceptional concert featuring singer AaYiimi (l'H\u00e9ritier), the Congolese group \"TOP-ONE-FRISSON\", the West Indian troupe DIAPASON SHOW, and a surprise appearance by singer Cl\u00e9mence from \"La compagnie cr\u00e9ole\". The words of writer-poet-slammers Aim\u00e9 NOUMA and F\u00e9licien JERENT punctuated these artistic performances, creating unique moments of sharing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many influential personalities graced the event with their presence, including :<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mrs Louisa FERHAT<\/strong>Philippe GOUJON, Mayor of the 15th arrondissement of Paris, who was detained by a \"yellow vest\" roadblock. She is Deputy Mayor in charge of diversity, integration and gender equality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her Excellency Rachel Annick OGOULA AKIKO<\/strong>Ambassador of Gabon to UNESCO and President of the UNESCO Africa Group<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His Excellency Bassirou SENE<\/strong>Senegalese Ambassador to France<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His Excellency Abdou SOURANG<\/strong>Ambassador of Senegal to UNESCO<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her Excellency Mrs Filomena MENDES MASCARENHAS TIPOTE,<\/strong> Ambassador of Guinea-Bissau to France and UNESCO<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His Excellency Sedat JOBE<\/strong>Ambassador of Gambia to France and UNESCO<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His Excellency Henri OSSEBI,<\/strong> Ambassador of Congo to UNESCO<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Amadou DIALLO<\/strong>Consul General of Senegal in France<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His Excellency Mr. Amadou D\u00c9ME<\/strong>former Ambassador of Senegal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Mourad ISSAAD<\/strong>Algeria's Deputy Permanent Delegate to UNESCO<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Elom AGUDZE<\/strong>Diplomate at the Permanent Delegation of Togo to UNESCO<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This event testifies to Dekkal Thiossane's commitment to promoting the richness and diversity of African and Caribbean cultures. The association thus reaffirms its conviction that culture is an essential vector for building a future of peace, dialogue and development. <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Paris, March 2, 2019 - The Dekkal Thiossane association today orchestrated an exceptional cultural day around the theme \"The role of Culture in the prevention and management of risks, crises and conflicts\". The event, held at the Mairie in the 15th arrondissement of Paris, brought together artists, intellectuals and diplomats around a common goal: to demonstrate the power of culture as a vector for peace and development. This morning, the doors of the Mairie opened to an immersive exhibition of works by Senegalese artists Bass DHEM and Moctar GUEYE Lika, immersing visitors in the vibrant world of \"Boy Dakar\" and \"\u00catre\" painting and sculpture. Sacred and secular African masks also captivated attention, testifying to the richness of Africa's cultural heritage. A high-level debate then enlivened the afternoon, bringing together eminent specialists in international relations and conflict resolution: Mr. Kag SANOUSSI, Expert in Negotiation Intelligence and President of the International Institute of Conflict Management (IIGC) Mr. Doudou DIENE, UN Independent Expert on Human Rights and former Director of the Division of Intercultural Dialogue at UNESCO Mr. Bandiougou DIAWARA, Program Manager at the Network Section of M. A. B. (Man and Biosphere).A.B. (Man and Biosphere) at UNESCO Ms Feven TEWOLDE, Representative of the Permanent Delegation of Ethiopia to UNESCO Their in-depth analysis of the crucial role of culture in resolving crises and conflicts in Africa sparked a rich and constructive dialogue. The evening continued with a colorful fashion show presented by Senegalese designer Ouley KEITA, sublimating the woven pagne of Senegal and Guinea-Bissau. The festive atmosphere intensified with an exceptional concert featuring singer AaYiimi (l'H\u00e9ritier), the Congolese group \"TOP-ONE-FRISSON\", the West Indian troupe DIAPASON SHOW, and a surprise appearance by singer Cl\u00e9mence from \"La compagnie cr\u00e9ole\". The words of writer-poet-slammers Aim\u00e9 NOUMA and F\u00e9licien JERENT punctuated these artistic performances, creating unique moments of sharing. Many influential personalities honored the event with their presence, including : Madame Louisa FERHAT, representing Mr Philippe GOUJON, Mayor of the 15th arrondissement of Paris, held up by a \"yellow vest\" roadblock. She is Deputy Mayor in charge of diversity, integration and gender equality. Her Excellency Rachel Annick OGOULA AKIKO, Ambassador of Gabon to UNESCO and President of the UNESCO Africa Group Her Excellency Bassirou SENE, Ambassador of Senegal to France Her Excellency Abdou SOURANG, Ambassador of Senegal to UNESCO Her Excellency Filomena MENDES MASCARENHAS TIPOTE, Ambassador of Guinea-Bissau to France and UNESCO His Excellency Mr. Sedat JOBE, Ambassador of Gambia to France and UNESCO His Excellency Mr. Henri OSSEBI, Ambassador of Congo to UNESCO Mr. Amadou DIALLO, Consul General of Senegal to France His Excellency Mr. Amadou D\u00c9ME, former Ambassador of Senegal to France and UNESCO Amadou D\u00c9ME, former Ambassador of Senegal Mr. Mourad ISSAAD, Deputy Permanent Delegate of Algeria to UNESCO Mr. Elom AGUDZE, Diplomat at the Permanent Delegation of Togo to UNESCO This event testifies to Dekkal Thiossane's commitment to promoting the richness and diversity of African and Caribbean cultures. The association thus reaffirms its conviction that culture is an essential vector for building a future of peace, dialogue and development. <\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3030,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2934","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-event"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2934","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2934"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2934\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3148,"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2934\/revisions\/3148"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3030"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2934"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2934"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/panafro-networks.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2934"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}