Bergamo’s Fabrizio Cattaneo Reconfirmed as Head of IOV Italy
On Saturday, March 14 at 10:00 a.m., the electoral assembly of IOV Italy—the national committee of the International Organization of Folk Art (IOV), an international body dedicated to safeguarding and promoting intangible cultural heritage and folk traditions—was held in the Viterbi Hall of the Province of Bergamo. For the occasion, representatives and delegates from across […]
III IOV Americas Scientific Assembly and Conference 2026
From July 28th to August 2nd, the city of Nova Petrópolis will once again be the meeting point for the cultures of the continent during the III IOV Assembly of the Americas, one of the most significant cultural gatherings in our recent history. The event will take place within the official program of the 53rd […]
National Convention of the Argentine Section of IOV
Between May 7 and May 10, the National Convention of the Argentine Section of IOV will be held. The program will include scientific conferences, a forum, a music and dance festival, and panel discussions. The host city will be El Trébol, and the event is organized by IOV, the Municipality, and Ballet El Trébol.
IOV-World Europe Sector Assembly 2026 Activity Planning – Meeting in Poland: Pruszków, 15–18 January 2026 r.
A meeting of the European Sector of IOV-World was held in Pruszków (Poland) between 15-18 January 2026. Its primarily aimed at planning activities of this organization for 2026 and skill-sharing by representatives of IOV National Sections in Europe. The first day of the event encompassed the arrival of foreign participants, their registration, social integration and […]
Seminar on Women and the Inheritance and Development of Traditional Handicrafts Held in Beijing
From January 11–13, 2026, The Seminar on Women and the Inheritance and Development of Traditional Handicrafts was successfully held in Beijing, China. The event brought together women artisans, artists, scholars, and cultural practitioners from different regions to exchange experiences and perspectives on the safeguarding and development of traditional handicrafts. The seminar highlighted the essential role […]
Report on the 17th IOV European Scientific Conference of Folk Culture
Report on the 17th IOV European Scientific Conference of Folk Culture “Anthropology in the Borderland – Borderlands in Anthropology” and the 30th Anniversary of the Centre for Ethnology and Cultural Anthropology of the University of Silesia – October 22–23, 2025, Faculty of Arts and Educational Science of the University of Silesia in Cieszyn, Poland On October 22–23, […]
Greeting letter from President of IOV Emma Chen Ping
Dear IOV Members and Friends, On this day marking the winter solstice, I extend to each of you my warmest wishes. May this season bring health, serenity, and joy to you, your families, and your communities. I also take this opportunity to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. It is […]
IOV Secretary General Fabrizio Cattaneo in Romania to celebrate “Ansamblul Folcloric Silvana”
On Saturday, November 15th, the town of Deva, Romania, gathered at the Dragan Muntean Cultural Center to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the local folklore group, “Ansamblul Folcloric Silvana.” An afternoon of dance, music, and emotions to celebrate the Romanian soul of this group of over 40 members, who have participated in numerous national and […]
International Folk Art Conference 2025
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the International Organization for Folk Art (IOV) – Austria, the President, Councillor Zoran Sijakovic, the Executive Council, and members invited IOV – World, friends, and well-wishers to an International Folk Art Conference on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Biersiederhaus History Museum, Linzerstr. 14, 5280 Braunau am Inn, Austria. The […]
III IOV Assembly of the Americas – Nova Petrópolis/RS – 2026
From July 28th to August 2nd, 2026, the charming city of Nova Petrópolis, in the Serra Gaúcha region, will host the III IOV Assembly of the Americas, as part of the Nova Petrópolis International Folklore Festival program. The event marks 15 years of partnership between IOV Brazil and the International Folklore Festival, celebrating a history […]
