Introduction: May you live in interesting times

Abstract

The recognition of the value of these intangible manifestations through their study, safeguarding, promotion and dissemination must involve specialists in the field of heritage and culture in a process that simultaneously streamlines the recognition by the community (and its representatives, local or national) of these manifestations, and not necessarily with inscription on UNESCO lists. In fact, community participation, together with the establishment of inventories, is among the main actions associated with ICH safeguarding