Santo Domingo is set to become a focal point for discussions on the digital transformation of cultural and creative industries as the Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Culture organizes the inaugural International Congress on Cultural Innovation. Scheduled for November 11 at the Catalonia Hotel in Santo Domingo, the event will convene a diverse group of participants, including artists, cultural managers, entrepreneurs, academics, technologists, and policymakers. The congress aligns with the country’s National Development Strategy 2030, Digital Agenda 2030, and National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and cultural inclusion. Key topics will include the digital cultural economy, content monetization, sustainable business models for creative industries, and the challenges of expanding cultural production from the Caribbean and Latin America. The program is structured around five themes: digital cultural economy, public policies for digital transformation, heritage management and digital memory, creative entrepreneurship and innovation, and gamer culture and interactive narratives. The Ministry aims to enhance digital skills, ensure equitable access to technology, protect cultural rights, and foster a global ecosystem that connects local creativity to international cultural networks.
Ministry of Culture to host first International Congress on Cultural Innovation
