The UNESCO Regional Office for Egypt and Sudan recently participated in a public event organized by the Sudanese Artists Union—Cairo Branch to show continued support for Sudanese cultural professionals facing challenges. The event featured a lecture by Professor Abdo Osman from the Faculty of Arts, University of Khartoum, entitled “Seven Hypotheses”, exploring the fascinating intersection of color and music. The innovative talk showed how synchronizing music with color visuals can enhance the sensory experience for audiences, offering a new level of enjoyment.
During the lecture, Professor Osman spoke about cutting-edge technologies such as color-to-music scanners and electronic implants that have the potential to make music more accessible to the visually and hearing impaired. This marks a significant step towards inclusivity in the arts, aiming to expand the reach of music to a wider audience.
In light of the conflict that began in 2023, UNESCO increased support for Sudanese artists and cultural professionals through the UNESCO Aschberg Programme, which operates under the 2005 Convention on Cultural Diversity and the 1980 Recommendation on the Status of Artists. This support includes rapid damage assessment of cultural institutions and advocacy efforts to protect and promote the cultural rights of artists and musicians.
Recognizing the vital role of artists and cultural professionals in times of conflict, UNESCO emphasizes the importance of their work in healing, resolving trauma, promoting reconciliation and building social resilience. Through their artistic expressions, these cultural actors are seen as ambassadors of peace, leading the way towards a more harmonious and resilient future.
