A space for ideas, connection, dialogue, and possibilities.
Through the Intercultural Dialogue Programme, the Anna Lindh Foundation opens its doors to both local and regional organisations, initiatives and cultural actors creating opportunities for people to meet, exchange and collaborate.
So, what is the Intercultural Dialogue Programme?
Have an idea that brings people together?
The Intercultural Dialogue Programme supports activities that create meaningful exchange between people, communities and cultures. That could be a workshop, a conversation, a film screening, a performance, a training session or something we haven’t thought of yet. We work with organisations and initiatives whose ideas connect with the ALF’s mission and help create a space where those ideas can happen.
What could happen here?
Talk.
Panel discussions · roundtables · community conversations
Create.
Performances · storytelling · artistic encounters
Learn.
Performances · storytelling · artistic encounters
Watch.
Performances · storytelling · artistic encounters
Connect.
Networking · intercultural exchange · community gatherings
Something else?
We’re open to ideas.
More than a venue.
The Blue Salon is the home of ICDP at the ALF headquarters at the von Gerber House in Alexandria.
But we’re not simply offering four walls. We’re looking for ideas that can bring people together and organisations that share our belief in dialogue, exchange and collaboration.
A distinctive space
A historic and intimate setting designed for meaningful encounters.
At the heart of ALF
Host your activity within an international organisation connecting civil society across the Euro-Mediterranean region.
A chance to collaborate
Depending on the idea, our relationship doesn’t necessarily have to stop at providing the space.
Your idea. Our space. Let's talk.
Have something in mind?
If you’re an organisation, initiative or cultural actor with an activity that brings people together, we’d love to hear about it.
Tell us a little about your idea, your organisation and what you would like to do. Our team will review it and get back to you.
Propose an activity
Submitting the form does not automatically confirm the activity or availability of the Blue Salon.
FAQs
Can I book the Blue Salon as an individual or is it only for organisations?
The Blue Salon welcomes initiatives that contribute to intercultural dialogue and align with the work of the ALF. If you have an idea for an activity, preferably through an organisation, we encourage you to get in touch and tell us more about it.
How much does it cost to hold an event at the Blue Salon?
What kind of events can be held in the Blue Salon?
Quite a variety! The Blue Salon can host workshops, conferences, panel discussions, film screenings, concerts and other cultural or dialogue-based activities. What matters most is that the proposed activity aligns with ALF’s work and contributes to intercultural dialogue, exchange or collaboration.
Are live translation services available?
Translation or interpretation requirements should be indicated when submitting your request so that we can assess what may be possible for your event. There are translation booths available, the service itself must be outsourced. We can recommend some!
Do I have to provide my own tables and chairs?
The Blue Salon has 44 chairs available. Please tell us your preferred seating arrangement when submitting your request so we can assess what can be accommodated.