The Institute of World Culture

Each year the Institute of World Culture offers a variety of seminars, lectures, workshops, films excursions and study groups centered around its Aims. These are expressed in this Declaration of Interdependence established July 4, 1976:

Declaration of Interdependence

1. To explore the classical and renaissance traditions of East and West and their continuing relevance to emerging modes and patterns of living
2. To renew the universal vision behind the American Dream through authentic affirmations of freedom, excellence and self-transcendence in an ever-evolving Republic of Conscience
3. To honour through appropriate observance the contributions of men and women of all ages to world culture
4. To enhance the enjoyment of the creative artistry and craftsmanship of all cultures
5. To deepen awareness of the universality of man’s spiritual striving and its rich variety of expression in the religions, philosophies and literatures of humanity
6. To promote forums for fearless inquiry and constructive dialogue concerning the frontiers of science, the therapeutics of self-transformation, and the societies of the future
7. To investigate the imaginative use of the spiritual, mental and material resources of the globe in the service of universal welfare
8. To examine changing social structures in terms of the principle that a world culture is greater than the sum of its parts and to envision the conditions, prospects and possibilities of the world civilization of the future
9. To assist in the emergence of men and women of universal culture, capable of continuous growth in non-violence of mind, generosity of heart and harmony of soul
10. To promote universal brotherhood and to foster human fellowship among all races, nations and cultures