Was ist Kulturaustausch? | What is
For decades, the Goethe-Institut, alongside other national cultural institutes, has characterized its activities as “cultural exchange.” However, the adequacy of this metaphor warrants critical scrutiny, as it may not fully capture the actual mandate of such agencies. Cultures are not commodities to be exchanged or replaced; rather, the primary objective of these initiatives is to foster the acquisition of new knowledge, perspectives, and attitudes.Call for Proposals: