The theme for this event, taking place in Luxembourg 28-29 November, is "The role of the media in promoting intercultural dialogue, tolerance and mutual understanding: freedom of expression in the media and respect for cultural and religious diversity".

The 2011 Exchange is one aspect of the action undertaken by the Committee of Minsiters in the field of intercultural dialogue and follows on from Exchanges organised since 2008. The choice of the theme has also been influenced by the achievements of the Council of Europe´s "Speak Out Against Discrimination" camapign launched three years ago, whose primary objective has been to work with, for and through media professionals, in accordance with the recommendations of the White Paper on Intercultural Dialogue.