Creative Economy

The two organizations will train women researchers and entrepreneurs on how to harness the power of science, technology and innovation to drive more sustainable and inclusive growth.

Creative industries can play a critical role in building more resilient, sustainable and inclusive economies in the world’s most vulnerable countries.

Written by Anthony Wong, President of IFIP, CIO, Lawyer and Futurist

UNCTAD supports Angola to build vibrant cultural and creative industries to create jobs and trade opportunities.

But more data and innovative and multidisciplinary policy responses are needed to enhance the development impacts of creative industries, especially in developing countries.

A new UNCTAD report provides policy options for developing countries to harness new technological trends for their creative economies.

Digital platforms connect artists, artisans, musicians, and filmmakers with a global audience — driving growth in emerging economies.

By Marisa Henderson, Chief, Creative Economy Programme, and Amy Shelver, Public Information Officer, UNCTAD

By Isabelle Durant, Acting Secretary-General of UNCTAD

By Marisa Henderson, Chief of the Creative Economy Programme, and Amy Shelver, Public Information Officer, UNCTAD