International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts

National Network
Egypt
Address

4 Mohamed Talaat Noaman St
Raml station
Alexandria
Egypt

Telephone
+201000220260
Telephone (other)
+201156778337
E-Mail
cioff.egypt@gmail.com
E-Mail (2)
ahmed75@consultant.com
Website
http://www.cioff.org
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2013
Fields of Activity
  1. Arts
  2. Heritage
  3. International/Cultural relations
General Information
Since 1970, CIOFF works for the safeguarding, promotion and diffusion of traditional culture. Through its activities, CIOFF aims for the following main objectives: Promote the intangible heritage, through forms of expression such as dance, music, games, rituals, customs and other arts. Serve the objectives of UNESCO Support the activities of its members and those of non-governmental organizations working in the areas of folklore and cultural heritage Serve the cause of peace and non-violence through the implementation of the above objectives At present, CIOFF worldwide membership covers 118 countries of the World with 67 National Sections, 21 Associate Members and 30 Corresponding Members. It is estimated that over 1 million people, including over 30'000 folklore dance and music groups and folk arts organisations are associated with CIOFF through their CIOFF National Sections Worldwide.    
Mission and Objectives

Since 1970 CIOFF as a UNESCO NGO has been working towards safeguarding, promotion and diffusion of folklore and traditional cultures:
Promoting the intangible cultural heritage through dance, music, songs, games, rituals, ceremonies, customs, traditional crafts, costumes and food.
Contributing to preservation of cultural identity throughout the world.
Implementing its Policy on Transmission of Cultural Heritage to Children.
Supporting the activities of its members in the areas of folklore and traditional culture.
Serving the cause of peace and non-violence through international cultural cooperation.
Implementing the UNESCO Programmes related to traditional cultures.
Compiling the “Directory of Experts in Folklore “.
We have no source of funding except for the board members small donations necessary for running our work .. Main partner is UNESCO
Modalities of action:  Folk dance festivals - Handicrafts exhibitions ..etc

Main Projects / Activities

CIOFF Annual Activities
Over 300 International Folklore Festivals, including 24 International Children’s Festivals
1500 Traditional Arts & Crafts Exhibitions
5000 Traditional Dance, Music, Songs & Crafts Workshops
Seminars
Conferences
CIOFF World Folkloriada (every 4 years)
Participation in UNESCO programmes
CIOFF Publications
CIOFF World Congress & General Assembly

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

Through setting s partnership with ALF to promote and save the intangible culural heritage through organization of international events that will be documented accordingly

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

For gaining more experience through ALF forums and events
For financial support "If applciable"
For logistical support "If applicable"

Contact (1) Full Name
Dr. Ahmed Gamal
Job Title
Board director
Head of the organisation
Dr. Ahmed Gamal
Contact (2) Full Name
Mohamed El-Abyad
Job Title (2)
Treasurer