How effective is culture in fostering democracy? This panel will explore the historical precedents for the power of the arts to anger, inspire, unite and push for change. What are some examples of art as a catalyst, and how could or should it be used in the future? What are its limitations?
Irina Bokova, Former Director General, UNESCO and Chair of Board of Governors, Democracy & Culture Foundation
Pavel Kounchev, Co-Founder and Chair, Fine Acts
Ai Weiwei, Artist
Bettany Hughes, Historian, Author and Broadcaster
Moderated by Farah Nayeri, Culture Correspondent, The New York Times
