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Global Philadelphia Association just launched a post-World Heritage City designation strategic plan
Posted on September 14, 2016
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By Danielle Jeter / CONTRIBUTOR
On Nov. 5, 2015, the Organization of World Heritage Cities declared Philadelphia the first U.S. member. But where do we go from here?
As we’ve been told before, World Heritage City status recognizes Philadelphia’s history, culture and contributions to the global community and aids the city’s efforts to increase tourism. Now, there’s a plan for making that happen.
Last Thursday, Global Philadelphia Association (GPA) board chair John Smith presented the GPA’s World Heritage Strategic Plan during a celebration of Solidarity Day of the World Heritage Cities in front of representatives from city and state government, as well as other World Heritage Cities.
“Janus, the god of beginnings and endings in the Roman Pantheon … looks to the past and ahead to the future,” Smith said. “Janus actually symbolizes what we are about today: looking back with pride with what Philadelphia has accomplished, but more importantly, looking forward to the future and a new status for our city.”
The strategic plan, developed with the participation of over 200 Philadelphians, has three goals, according to the executive summary:
“To promote preservation and appreciation of our geographical historical and cultural heritage through the World Heritage City designation and continued education
To provide a powerful economic and cultural stimulus to the region
To inspire citizens and residents to feel pride in their World Heritage City”