CIOFF®
for living traditions
OUR WORK
ACTIVITIES
CIOFF® fosters cultural heritage through the World Folkloriada and youth initiatives. By empowering younger generations and promoting global diversity, we align with UNESCO’s goals of sustainable development, intercultural dialogue, and world peace.
MISSION
"CIOFF®'s mission is to support international and national multi-ethnic folklore festivals and groups, as well as encourage them to work towards the safeguarding, promotion and diffusion of Intangible Cultural Heritage.”
VISION
CIOFF® leads the promotion of peace and friendship through intercultural dialogue at festivals and folklore events. By creating spaces for diverse cultures to connect and learn, we foster a global environment of mutual respect and cooperation.
​500+ Active volunteers
within CIOFF® international
82 Countries
6 Geographical sectors
500+ Folklore groups around the world
​The average age of the participants is 28 years old
55,000+ Amateur Artists
298+ Folklore festivals worldwide
Celebrating 55 Years
of experience
Partnered with UNESCO since 1984
26+ festivals dedicated to children
Connecting The World Through Folklore
PARTNERS
CONTACT
CIOFF® Address
Mairie 1 Place Henri Coursaget 16500 Confolens, France
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INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF ORGANIZATIONS OF FOLKLORE FESTIVALS AND FOLK ARTS