The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting of global leaders concluded last month in Davos, Switzerland. The timely transition from this global dialogue into Black History Month celebrations each year offers a chance to explore how the significant impact of Black individuals and communities can further empower African and Afro diaspora peoples on global discourse concerning the key issues of our time. Effective advocacy and diplomacy are key to leveling the playing field in global cooperation. Through sharing cultural heritage, such as arts, literature and events, nations can foster mutual understanding and strengthen diplomatic ties that could be further leveraged for national interest. Cultural leaders and global artists also have a crucial role to play through arts and culture. They can provide visions of the world that can cut through the limitations of short-term or linear thinking and help towards solving collective global issues. The Korean Wave, or Hallyu, for example, has...
learn more
