AKLAN, Philippines In a significant cultural milestone, the ancient craft of handwoven piña, or pineapple textile, hailing from the province of Aklan in the Philippines, has secured its place on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The momentous declaration took place in December 2023 during the 18th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee in Kasane, Botswana, hosted by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco).
TWO organizations from Isabela State University (ISU) were recognized and secured accreditation as members of the National Coordinating Body of Clubs for United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) in the Philippines, Inc. (NCBCUP) during the International Assembly of Youth for Unesco 2023 on Dec. 9 to 11, 2023.
THE United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) has included the craft and tradition of the handwoven piña or pineapple textile of Aklan in its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The declaration took place during the 18th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee in Kasane, Botswana…
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