Municipality/Region

São Brás de Alportel, Portugal

Summary

The municipality of São Brás de Alportel (Portugal) organises an annual Dancing for the World Festival (‘Pé de Dança pelo Mundo’) held at the São Brás de Alportel cinema, which includes dance performances, music and traditional costumes from various countries.

Areas of integration covered by practice

Integration of migrants in political and civic local life

Background and purpose

The festival is an initiative to promote the reception of and contact with the immigrant population as well as intercultural dialogue and the dissemination and sharing of customs, traditions and cultures.

Timeframe

The events take place in April of each year.

How does it work?

Dancing for the World is an annual event held in the month of April. The event features performances of different types of dances from around the world.

This initiative is a part of the local immigrant reception and integration policies. The performances allow new groups representing different countries and cultures to participate, which is a strategic priority for the São Brás de Alportel municipal council.

Results and evaluation

This practice is becoming well-established and can serve as a benchmark for other activities that promote intercultural interaction. The municipality has increased the participation of immigrants in intercultural initiatives, enabling them to share their customs, culture and traditions.

Funding

The event is organised by the São Brás de Alportel Municipal Council, using its own human, material and financial resources in partnership with other bodies involved.

Contact

Municipality of São Brás de Alportel

São Brás de Alportel Community Support Centre

Phone: 289 840 020

Email: carmen.macedo@cm-sbras.pt

Further information

Website of the practice