Report by the Director-General on an intersectoral strategy on philosophy

Abstract

This document contains an intersectoral strategy on philosophy, prepared at the request of the Executive Board of UNESCO at its 169th session (169 EX/Decision 3.6.3) upon the initiative of Turkey. This long-term strategy is a result of extensive consultations held with UNESCO sectors, Permanent Delegations, National Commissions, NGOs, universities, research institutes and eminent personalities. It contains three main pillars: (i) Philosophy facing world problems; (ii) Teaching philosophy in the world; and (iii) Promotion of philosophical thought and research.