Welcome to CICADA, the consolidated voice and solidarity of cultural and creative organizations and professionals in Cambodia

CICADA is a huge step forward for musicians, artists and all working in Cambodia’s cultural & creative sector.” Dara HUOT, Chair of CICADA Steering Committee

Vision: We envision a diverse and flourishing Cambodian society where cultural and creative industries are recognized, valued, and thriving.

Mission: Our mission is to impact national policies through leading research, capacity building and dialogue to mobilise the development and growth of the CCIs for national and global recognition of Cambodian arts, culture and creativity.

Purpose: Our purpose is to represent and advocate for the cultural and creative industries to develop a sustainable and inclusive infrastructure to ensure that our sector is at the heart of political, economic and social

About CICADA

CICADA researches, represents, advocates for and develops the capacity of its members. The goals of the CICADA are:

To strengthen ties and promote cooperation between public and private sectors to ensure that our cultural and creative industries are at the heart of political, economic and social decision-making
To research, develop and advocate for the sector in order to create a sustainable and inclusive infrastructure for effective national and international interdisciplinary collaborations
To increase and promote the professional skills and specialist knowledge of community members through the exchange of knowledge and best practices.

During 2021 and 2022, CICADA is collaborating with Cambodian Living Arts to launch the Association and to initiate projects in support of these aims. This is supported by funding from the UNESCO International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD).