Vision of CULDEVA
To become a leading global platform for advancing scholarship, dialogue, and policy
engagement on the role of culture as a catalyst for sustainable development in Africa.
CULDEVA envisions a future where African cultural heritage, values, and creative
expressions are not only preserved but actively harnessed to drive inclusive growth,
innovation, and social transformation across the continent.
It seeks to position itself as a hub that brings together researchers, policymakers,
practitioners, and cultural leaders to generate knowledge, share insights, and develop
practical solutions that integrate culture into development strategies. Through
interdisciplinary research and collaborative partnerships, CULDEVA aims to influence policy
frameworks that recognize culture as a vital pillar in achieving economic resilience,
environmental sustainability, and social cohesion.
Furthermore, the vision embraces the promotion of African identity and indigenous
knowledge systems as powerful tools for shaping development narratives that are locally
grounded yet globally relevant. By fostering meaningful dialogue and encouraging evidence-
based approaches, CULDEVA aspires to inspire a new generation of thinkers and leaders
committed to leveraging culture for sustainable and equitable development across Africa and
beyond.