In this episode, Sameh Wahba, Director of the Social, Urban, Rural and Resilience Global Practice of the World Bank, reveals why the world's largest development bank now sees culture as integral part of its efforts to support the reconstruction of cities following conflict or crisis

Integrating Culture into Reconstruction and Recovery

Culture and traditions are part of the intangible cultural heritage. They are transmitted from generation to generation, and are constantly recreated by communities and groups in response to their environment, their interaction with nature, and their history. They provide people with a sense of identity and continuity, and promotes respect for cultural diversity and human creativity.

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Integrating Culture into Reconstruction and Recovery

Integrating Culture into Reconstruction and Recovery