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, […]
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 […]
Bergamo hosted the 52th meeting of the international Excutive Committee
The meeting of the International Executive Committee of IOV – International Organization of Folk Art concluded successfully in Bergamo, marking a significant moment for the promotion of folk culture and intangible cultural heritage on a global scale. Held on September 19, 20 and 21 at Spazio Viterbi (Province of Bergamo), the event brought together the […]
Leadership Transition at IOV World: Prof. Emma Chen Ping Appointed New President
With deep emotion and a strong sense of responsibility, IOV World announces a significant leadership transition. Prof. Ali Abdullah Khalifa, World President of IOV, has officially resigned from his position due to serious health issues. It is a difficult decision that leaves a profound mark on the international IOV community, to which he has dedicated […]
COLAPESCE 2024 award to President Prof. Ali Abdullah Khalifa
On January 7, 2025, in the splendid city of Messina, at the Palazzo della Cultura “Antonello Da Messina”, the prestigious COLAPESCE 2024 award was presented to the world president of IOV World, International Organization of Folk Art, Ali Abdullah Khalifa. This award, desired and directed by Dr. Lillo Alessandro, is organized by the association CENTRO […]
IOV European Sector Meeting 2025 – Sutomore, MONTENEGRO 2025
IOV European Sector Meeting will be held on Saturday 18th January 2025, in Sutomore – Montenegro. The delegates will arrive on Friday 17th and depart on Sunday 19th. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Costs:single room cost 112 € – per person for two nights (included tourist tax)double room cost 140 € – 70 € per person for two […]
