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GOETHE-INSTITUT

The Goethe-Institut is the Federal Republic of Germany’s cultural institute, active worldwide. With 157 institutes in 98 countries (52 institutes in Europe), we promote the knowledge of the German language abroad, foster international cultural cooperation and convey a comprehensive image of Germany. Our cultural and educational programmes encourage intercultural dialogue and enable cultural involvement. They strengthen the development of structures in civil society and foster worldwide mobility.Through partnerships with institutions in numerous other locations, the Goethe-Institut has about 1,000 contact points worldwide. As a national and European cultural institute, the Goethe-Institut is committed to the vision of progressive European integration and with its activities continuously advocates further strengthening the values of the European Union: liberty, equality, and openness. Due to its local anchorage it has a thorough knowledge of the diverse local and regional CCI contexts. The Goethe-Institut is a member of EUNIC (European Union National Institutes for Culture).