About Us
The Danish Cultural Institute (DCI) is a self-governing institution. It was established in 1940 with the core objective of fostering mutual understanding between people and cultures. The DCI branch in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania was opened in Riga on August 18, 1990, a year before all three Baltic States regained their independence from the Soviet Union.
We believe that art and culture are among Denmark’s most important assets. We develop international activities with partners that challenge boundaries and create mutual value and inspiration. Especially regarding equal rights, education, sustainable development, democracy, and active citizenship.
VISION
To strengthen Denmark’s international cultural relations for the benefit of mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence, trust, and dialogue.
MISSION
To share Denmark’s culture, art, and social life through interaction with other countries, while promoting awareness of foreign cultures in Denmark, and thereby fostering understanding people-to-people and strengthening Denmark’s cultural relations worldwide.