The ICH is founded on the community and must be recognised as such by the communities, groups, or individuals who create, maintain, and transmit it. Without this recognition, no one will be able to determine whether a particular expression or practice constitutes their heritage.
It is solely the responsibility of the communities, groups, or individuals who create, maintain, and transmit manifestations of intangible cultural heritage to decide whether it should be recognised as such.
In practical terms, any application for inscription on the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage must demonstrate that the relevant communities, groups, or individuals consent to the request. To this end, the dossier submitted to UNESCO must include statements confirming their free, prior and informed consent. These are known as Letters of Consent.
Consult the Letters of Consent already issued by entities supporting the application for the inscription of Madeira Wine Traditions here.
See tips for writing a Letter of Consent here.
Submit a Letter of Consent here.
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