He will be designated a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador in recognition of his contributions to education and social development through his artistic career and his dedication to the ideals and aims of the Organization.

UNESCO: MEDIA SERVICES

The prize recognises individuals and organisations which have contributed, through artistic, intellectual or promotional work, to the development and dissemination of Arab culture in the world.

UNESCO: UK National Commission for UNESCO :: Arab British Centre wins 2013 UNESCO Sharjah Prize for Arab Culture

The UNESCO-Sharjah Prize for Arab Culture was established on the initiative of the United Arab Emirates to reward the efforts of a national of an Arab Country and a national of any other country who has contributed, through artistic, intellectual or promotional work, to the development and dissemination of Arab culture in the world.

UNESCO: UK National Commission for UNESCO :: Arab British Centre wins 2013 UNESCO Sharjah Prize for Arab Culture

As a sector of activity, through tangible and intangible heritage, creative industries and various forms of artistic expressions, culture is a powerful contributor to economic development.

UNESCO: CULTURE

Certainly, Asia's emphasis on work and economic development leaves little excess energy and capital to spread artistic achievement.

CNN: Cultural Shock

The prize rewards significant contributions to the development, knowledge and spread of Arab culture by means of artistic, intellectual or promotional outreach aimed at enhancing intercultural dialogue and understanding.

UNESCO: Prizes and Patronage

Morgan Large, a final year LIPA student of Theatre and Performance Design, has created a floor map of Sir Paul's life, which aims to make visitors feel they are flying over some of the important landmarks of his artistic development.

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