Berlin techno was included in the national list of intangible cultural heritage of UNESCO. He was nominated by the German Ministry of Culture in recognition of his contribution to the city’s cultural identity.
In total, the campaign for adding techno culture and music to the list of cultural heritage lasted more than ten years.
It was led by Rave the Planet, a non-profit organization supporting electronic music culture. She submitted an application for the inclusion of techno in the UNESCO list in November 2022.
“We congratulate all the creators of culture who have shaped and contributed to the development of Berlin’s technoculture. This is an important milestone for the entire culture, and our joy cannot be expressed in words,” the organization said in a statement.
The network of Berlin techno clubs Clubcommission also reacted to this decision. It was called “another important milestone for Berlin’s techno producers, artists, club operators and event organizers”.
“This decision will help us ensure that club culture is recognized as a valuable sector that deserves protection and support,” added Clubcommission board member Lutz Leichsenring.