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International Law and the Protection of Cultural Diversity

Abstract

In today’s globalized world, preserving and protecting cultural diversity is crucial, as cultural appreciation and cultural appropriation are intricate issues that require the intervention of international law to be addressed effectively. This essay examines the crucial role played by international law in safeguarding cultural diversity, focusing on international K-pop consumers as a case study. UNESCO has been at the forefront of promoting cultural diversity and preventing discrimination. International legal frameworks like the UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions prioritize facilitating favourable conditions for cultures to prosper freely while maintaining states’ autonomy in promoting cultural diversity. However, balancing cultural diversity promotion with individual freedom of expression poses challenges, as cultural practices transcend national boundaries, making regulation difficult. A qualitative study of international K-pop consumers reveals two self-authorization strategies: reforming and restraining. Reforming strategies involve problematizing cultural appropriation, raising awareness, and advocating for change. Consumers adopting these strategies actively learn about and appreciate minority cultures, challenge stereotypes, and support marginalized voices. Conversely, restraining strategies focus on avoiding endorsing problematic behaviours, critiquing misrepresentation, and prioritizing responsible consumption. These selfauthorization strategies align with international law’s objectives in protecting cultural diversity. By engaging in reforming and restraining strategies, consumers contribute to the ongoing conversation on cultural sensitivity and inclusivity. They play an active role in promoting empathy, challenging stereotypes, and fostering awareness within society. Ultimately, consumers become agents of change, fostering a culturally diverse and harmonious world that values and celebrates the richness of every culture.

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Discipline Law Tags cultural appreciation, cultural appropriation, cultural diversity
  • Dr. Mosi Dorbayani
  • May, 2024

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  • Dr. Mosi Dorbayani
    Dr. Mosi Dorbayani

    Dr. Mosi Dorbayani earned his Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Salford, in Manchester, with specializations in cultural diplomacy, public policy, and project management, and holds graduate...

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Dr. Mosi Dorbayani

Dr. Mosi Dorbayani earned his Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Salford, in Manchester, with specializations in cultural diplomacy, public policy, and project management, and holds graduate qualifications at the master's level in business economics from Harvard University. He has a Master of Business Administration from Aston University, in Birmingham; Master of Science in psychology from the University of Wolverhampton, UK; and a Master of Laws in international law from University of Sunderland, UK. Dr. Mosi Dorbayani conducted his postdoctoral research studies in law and cultural diplomacy at the University of Lisbon, NOVA School of Law in Portugal, is a member of the International Bar Association, has been pedagogically certified in Teaching Higher Education by Derek Bok Center – Harvard University, and is certified in Public Financial Management, by the International Monetary Fund. He holds a CPHR designate and as a goodwill Ambassador to several UN-affiliated organizations, Dr. Mosi Dorbayani advocates for the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Education, cultural diplomacy, and is an expert member of the Academic Council on the United Nations System, as well as the 2010 Human Rights Hero Award recipient, conferred by UHR at the United Nations in Geneva. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8362-1034
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Dr. Mosi Dorbayani

Dr. Mosi Dorbayani earned his Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Salford, in Manchester, with specializations in cultural diplomacy, public policy, and project management, and holds graduate qualifications at the master's level in business economics from Harvard University. He has a Master of Business Administration from Aston University, in Birmingham; Master of Science in psychology from the University of Wolverhampton, UK; and a Master of Laws in international law from University of Sunderland, UK. Dr. Mosi Dorbayani conducted his postdoctoral research studies in law and cultural diplomacy at the University of Lisbon, NOVA School of Law in Portugal, is a member of the International Bar Association, has been pedagogically certified in Teaching Higher Education by Derek Bok Center – Harvard University, and is certified in Public Financial Management, by the International Monetary Fund. He holds a CPHR designate and as a goodwill Ambassador to several UN-affiliated organizations, Dr. Mosi Dorbayani advocates for the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Education, cultural diplomacy, and is an expert member of the Academic Council on the United Nations System, as well as the 2010 Human Rights Hero Award recipient, conferred by UHR at the United Nations in Geneva. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8362-1034
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