Sound of Diversity
Sound of Diversity
is a large network of cities aimed at strengthening the role of local authorities in promoting diversity, combating discrimination, and including minorities.
We connect local areas that host high-visibility events such as:
Gaming Village Festival in Óbidos (PT),
Khamoro Roma Festival in Prague (CZ),
Multitude Festival in Seine-Saint-Denis (FR),
Festival of Various Arts in Aleksandrów Łódzki (PL),
Festival of Tolerance (HR),
Cultural Days of Bârlad (RO),
Festival of Nations in Molfetta (IT),
Greek Dance Festival in Kileler (GR),
Summer Dying Loud Festival (PL).
During each of these community events, alongside the usual and well-established formats of city networks such as conferences, practical workshops (trainings and seminars), exchanges of good practices, study visits, capacity-building sessions, expert presentations for partner representatives and stakeholders, everything will be enriched with the Sound of Diversity Stage – an open community space designed to involve local residents, activists, young people, minority representatives, and experts in discussions on topics related to diversity management, combating discrimination, inclusion, as well as EU initiatives, policies, and vision in this field.
Sound of Diversity Stage
will introduce new formats, artistic and creative performances addressing transnational issues relevant to EU policies, enabling a fresh, often challenging perspective on local policies and programs. It will do so by integrating an inclusive approach, intersectional anti-discrimination, and gender equality.
SoD
aims to contribute to ongoing discussions and initiatives at the EU level, particularly during the EU Diversity Month 2026, through the implementation of local Sound of Diversity activities hosted by partner organizations in their territories. These will be connected with events such as municipal cultural days in Budapest and Novi Sad, and the international inclusive festival “Play with Me” in Ljubljana. The project will result, among other things, in the creation of a practical handbook on diversity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as improved policies in these areas in partner cities.
SoD Open Stage: MUSIC, MEMORY & HOPE
22.10.2025. (Wednesday), 21:15 – after the concert @ Concert Hall, Rector’s Palace
Conversation with musician Kosta Jakić within the Sound of Diversity programme on the power of art and sound in times of social division. Through his personal story and experience on the international music scene, Jakić speaks of music as a space for freedom, memory, and mutual understanding.
SoD Open Stage: HOW TO RECOGNIZE AND COUNTER DIGITAL EXTREMISM
23.10.2025. (Thursday), 12:30 – 13:00 @ Polyvalent Hall, Providur’s Palace
Educational programme on hate speech and freedom of expression in the digital environment. Following the screening of Hacking Hate (86’), a discussion with experts in psychology, media, and law explores the limits of free speech, digital violence, and the role of young people in recognizing online hate.
Sound of Diversity: Project Partners’ Meeting
23.–25.10.2025. @ Multimedia Hall, Providur’s Palace
Sound of Diversity network working meetings with over 30 representatives from organisations across thirteen European countries. The meetings facilitate the exchange of experiences and the development of joint initiatives aimed at promoting diversity and cultural collaboration in Europe.
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