WASHINGTON: Aiming to foster greater "cultural diplomacy" between the US and foreign countries, the US State Department is turning to art to help improve its image and facilitate a better bond between cultures.
On September 25, the department announced a new partnership, called the Global Cultural Initiative, with the Kennedy Center, the American Film Institute, and others to educate Americans and participating nations about other cultures.
The Global Attitudes Project study released in June by the Pew Research Center found ...