World Creativity and Innovation Day 2021 celebrates the creative economy that consists of audiovisual products, design, new media, performing arts, publishing and visual arts. The creativity and innovation sector is a highly transformative sector of the world economy in terms of income generation, job creation and export earnings.
World Creativity and Innovation Day 2021 significance
Cultural and creative industries should be part of economic growth strategies, according to the UNESCO report on culture and sustainable development. These industries are among the most dynamic sectors in the world economy. It has generated USD 2.25 billion in revenue and 29.5 million jobs worldwide.
This sector has the potential to provide new momentum for economic growth and job creation. It can expand opportunities for everyone, including women and youth. It can also provide solutions to some of the most concerning issues such as poverty, hunger.
