Policymakers agree that cultural exchange is critical to our security and diplomacy efforts around the world. To that end, orchestras urge Congress to increase funding for the Cultural Programs Division of the State Department’s Office of Citizen Exchanges. An increase for the Professional Exchanges and Cultural Grant Program fosters the ability of orchestras to build artistic bridges among people of different countries, cultures, and faiths.
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ISSUE BRIEFS
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KEY DEVELOPMENTS
Strengthen Opportunities for Cultural Exchange