"Sonmaz Mashall Cultural Relations Public Union Participates in the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue"

The 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue, held in Baku on October 27–29, 2026, brought together representatives of governments, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, academia, and cultural institutions from around the world. "

Professor Shahla Naghiyeva, Chairperson of the Sonmaz Mashall Cultural Relations Public Union, which holds consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), and Professor at Azerbaijan University of Languages, participated in the Forum.

Professor Naghiyeva attended panel discussions addressing intercultural dialogue, cultural heritage preservation, women's participation in social and cultural life, education, and the development of civil society.

The Forum also provided valuable opportunities to meet representatives and leaders of cultural NGOs from different countries, exchange experiences, explore common interests, and establish contacts for future joint projects and international cultural initiatives.