Thread by @unesconewdelhi

We are #LIVE now!

https://twitter.com/unesconewdelhi/status/1374584710576283648

#Cities have become an important international agenda as 50% of the world population depend on them.

Cities are placed on the frontline to achieving the 17 #SDGs. Creative #urbangovernance is the driving force of #UNESCO Creative Cities Network.

Aims to strengthen cooperation with #cities that have recognised creativity for #SustainableDevelopment across social, economic and cultural sectors.

-Dr. Junhi Han, Programme Specialist and Chief of Culture @unesconewdelhi

#Maharashtra is the cradle of #Indian Film Industry with large scale economic impact.

#DYK-More than 60% of the films are produced in #Mumbai. 🎞️

Advantages of #filming in #Mumbai are-

📽️ state of art infrastructure
📽️pool of talent & workforce
📽️easy filming
📽️support

Some initiatives introduced-

-free film screenings
-sponsoring film festivals

Looking forward to collaborating with other #CreativeCities.

-Ms. Manisha Verma @Maha_FilmCell

We have a thriving film #ecosystem and #industry. What does this mean for #Mumbai?

Regular exchange of ideas with stakeholders of other creative cities. Engaging with the @Maha_FilmCell to acquire permissions for shooting & designing a special entertainment zone.

- @sb_speak

#Geelong (Australia) is designated as the Creative City of #Design. It has a lifestyle that serves as a major attraction with wide open #spaces & iconic beach locations.

With the growth of #manufacturing units & population; this required a #change. How was this managed?

By identifying people, their values and what they wanted their city to look like. Based on the #data, we organised #workshops which culminated into a clever and creative #vision; enabled #Geelong to develop into a city that cares for its people & #environment.

-Tim Ellis

#Óbidos (Portugal) is designated as the Creative City of #Literature!

Linking #education and #literature to the city has enabled #development including spread of #literary programmes amongst the population.

#UNESCO #Portugal #CreativeCities

An important area is the residency program in the historical town which has been transformed into a #literary town where we invite authors, designers and artists to work on their projects; and make something for the local #economy.

Ms. Carlo Pinho