Recently, Li Shixuan, a student from NEFU’s Aulin College, achieved impressive results during his internship at the Talent Development Academy for International Organizations, Institute of Euro-Asian Cultural (TDAIO-IEAC). His research paper, “The Bridge and the Seed: Poems on AI and Cultural SDGs”, and his short film, “Culture Connects: Building Bridges to Tomorrow”, were successfully selected for the UNESCO MONDIACULT Digital Library and will be showcased globally. This recognition highlights the professional expertise, international vision, and comprehensive abilities of NEFU students.

NEFU Students’ Work Featured in the UNESCO Digital Library

MONDIACULT is the world’s largest cultural policy conference. The MONDIACULT 2025 Conference, organized by UNESCO, was held in Barcelona, Spain, from September 29 to October 1, 2025. The conference focused on eight major themes, including “Cultural Rights,” “Digital Technologies in the Culture Sector,” and “Culture and Climate Action,” highlighting the importance of culture in sustainable development.

During his time at NEFU, Li Shixuan has consistently maintained high academic standards. He achieved an IELTS score of 8.0, a GRE score of 326, and passed the CET-4 and CET-6 with scores of 612 and 629, respectively. His strong English skills have been a key asset in participating in international conferences and managing cross-national affairs. He has also actively competed in various events, winning the “China International College Students Innovation Competition, sponsored by the Construction Bank,” earning a Bronze Award in the Heilongjiang division, and representing the Aulin Debate Team to secure the Wensheng Cup Debate Competition Runner-up, the Donglin Cup Debate Competition Champion, and third place in the Aoyu Cup English Debate Competition. Additionally, he has received multiple school-level Outstanding Student Scholarships and the “Advanced Social Practice Individual” award.

In October 2024, NEFU launched the 2025 International Organization Internship Program as part of its high-level effort to develop international talent. Li Shixuan applied for the remote internship project and was selected in April 2025 to join TDAIO-IEAC as a project assistant. His research paper and short film, both aligned with the MONDIACULT 2025 conference themes, were added to the UNESCO MONDIACULT Digital Library for their relevance to the conference's core issues and global trends. The works combine thoughtfulness and innovation, making significant contributions to cultural sustainability.

UNESCO MONDIACULT 2025 Official Website

MONDIACULT 2025 Conference Site

Li Shixuan’s research article, “The Bridge and the Seed: Poems on AI and Cultural SDGs,” uses an innovative poetic format to emphasize the value of AI as a “bridge of civilization” and a “seed of culture.” It explores three areas: cultural heritage preservation, education accessibility, and the revival of traditions. The article demonstrates AI’s role in restoring ceramic artifacts, transcribing endangered languages, and providing education to remote areas, while also stressing the ethical principle that “AI must carry humanistic values, not replace human care.” This approach offers a poetic and practical pathway for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The short film “Culture Connects: Building Bridges to Tomorrow” uses adorable cat animations to clearly illustrate the importance of culture in fostering social development. It visually highlights culture’s positive influence on social agreement, vitality, and spiritual growth, making serious cultural topics more engaging and accessible.

“Being selected for both the creative writing, poetry, and short video works is not only a successful creative practice but also a profound ideological enlightenment,” said Li Shixuan. “This experience has given me a new understanding of culture, technology, and our shared future. Through this creative process, I realized that technology is not just cold coding; it is a tool full of humanistic care. I have learned to approach technology ethics with a broader, more inclusive perspective and firmly believe that a ‘resilient, shared, and decisive world’ is nurtured through the harmonious coexistence of technology and humanity.” He also expressed that participating in MONDIACULT 2025 allowed him to realize the responsibility and potential of the younger generation in global cultural governance. “The ‘seed’ planted through creation will inspire me to continue exploring the infinite possibilities of culture and technology in future learning and practice, and to work to protect our shared spiritual home tirelessly.”