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Research Challenge Theme: Connecting Cultures

Fostering intercultural inclusivity and communication

Our researchers are fostering intercultural inclusivity and communication by understanding how different cultures shape the world. They are changing lives with innovative projects that celebrate diversity and close gaps.

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    Cultural Heritage and Identity

    We are exploring human experiences, traditions, and values across different cultures and historical periods.

    By studying literature, history, music, art, philosophy and theology, our research contributes to developing cross-cultural understanding, empathy, and appreciation for diverse perspectives.

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    Intercultural Understanding

    We are exploring human experiences, traditions, and values across different cultures and historical periods.

    By studying literature, history, music, art, philosophy and theology, our research contributes to developing cross-cultural understanding, empathy, and appreciation for diverse perspectives.

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    Communication and Expression

    We explore diverse forms of communication and expression to study how individuals, groups and societies convey information, create shared understanding and shape identities.

    Our interdisciplinary approach provides spaces for people to find their voice, share their stories and connect with each other.

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    Creative Communities

    We are working with creative practitioners to explore how art, music and language shape our communities, today and over the centuries, through historical culture to modern society.

    Our researchers are making the creative arts more accessible, removing barriers so that no one is excluded.

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