MY ROLE IS TO BRIDGE CULTURES THROUGH AUTHENTIC & INNOVATIVE ARTS ENGAGEMENT: FILIPCZUK
The Sunday Guardian|June 09, 2024
Dr. Magdalena Filipczuk, Acting Director, Polish Institute New Delhi, headed the International Translation Projects Department in Institute of Literature and researcher and lecturer in The Jesuit University Ignatianum in Krakow before coming to New Delhi.
MY ROLE IS TO BRIDGE CULTURES THROUGH AUTHENTIC & INNOVATIVE ARTS ENGAGEMENT: FILIPCZUK

In an exclusive interview with The Sunday Guardian, Dr. Filipczuk highlights the vibrant cultural exchange between India and Poland as they celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations. Reflecting on the philosophical influence of India on Poland, Dr. Filipczuk underscores the Institute's commitment to deepening mutual understanding and respect between the two nations.

Dr. Filipczuk also discusses initiatives like the Trans-Cultural Dialogue programme and the Jazz Po Polsku project, the historical exhibition 'Safe Heaven,' and the role of cinema as a cultural bridge, among other things.

Excerpts Q. India and Poland share a rich cultural tapestry. Tell us about some of the recent cultural initiatives.

A. As we celebrate the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Poland and India, both the Embassy of the Republic of Poland and the Polish Institute in New Delhi have launched projects that highlight our dynamic relationship. For Polish Institute, established in 2012, a key initiative is the Trans-Cultural Dialogue programme, featuring workshops and artist residencies that bring together Polish and Indian artists to explore each other's cultures. It's our pleasure to invite talented Indians to Poland this year and other way round: bring Polish artists to India. We are currently renewing our cooperation with art incubators like Khoj Studios in Delhi, Kiran Nadar Museum in Delhi, Experimenter in Kolkata and Mumbai, St-art India Foundation for the Mumbai Biennale and we are dedicated to participate in their programmes.

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