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All these choirs have the same intention: To be a choir for people of different languages and
cultures, who want to improve the co-operation and live together in linguistic and cultural
diversity.
During the “Week of Religions” concerts “Music for Peace ll” took place at all 3 sites with a
total of 158 singers from 28 nations playing music with soloists and a 30-member orchestra. The
bridging to Switzerland was made by a guest choir, the “Jodlerclub Hasenmatte Selzach” and
the “Jodlerclub Glärnisch in Glarus respectively.
As there are 3 choirs, there are 3 contact persons, the art director and conductor for all 3 choirs,
however, is Bernhard Furchner.
Integration objectives:
Intercultural dialogue leads to intercultural, joint action. Cultural and linguistic
differences are transformed into common social and cultural experiences going beyond
the usual ones. Heterogeneity is perceived as a part of life and the mutual integration
process has a positive connotation.
52. Fight for your rights! Macedonia
Human Rights as a Basis for Peace and Reconciliation
December 10 - International Human Rights Day 2010, Republic of Macedonia
APPEAL
To all citizens of the Republic of Macedonia and the world, all civil society organizations, political
parties, religious leaders and believers, public figures in all societal spheres – join the global
observance of human rights and freedoms. Speak out loud; teach yourself and others about
human rights and freedoms. Each person is equally important. Every word and deed is precious.
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