Wine production is a link to the past and an expression of national identity.

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During Erdogan's decade as prime minister, however, Turkey has relaxed laws that prosecute the expression of Kurdish identity.

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Nowadays, Katta Ashula is an important expression of Uzbek cultural identity that can promote dialogue between cultures.

UNESCO: Culture

Both a seasonal rite and a cultural festival, this ritual is a distinctive embodiment of Jeju identity and an expression of the villagers respect for the sea on which their livelihood depends.

UNESCO: Culture

The Director-General called on all parties to protect Egyptian cultural heritage, symbol of the country's identity, and to respect freedom of expression, pillar of democracy.

UNESCO: MEDIA SERVICES

Far too often, we hear shocking and tragic stories about transgender people who have been assaulted and even killed because of their gender identity or expression.

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Ms. Keane, who has raised two daughters who identify as lesbian, said many gay foster-care children struggle in homes that are intolerant of their gender identity or expression.

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It also encourages the expression of imagination and creativity, contributing to a vivid sense of cultural identity.

UNESCO: Culture