ABSTRACT
This chapter investigates how money can facilitate intercultural interactions and shape individual and collective identities. At the beginning, this chapter illustrates the dual nature of money as both a unifying and divisive force. It then examines how financial resources can enable intercultural encounters, from travel and education to business collaborations, while also highlighting the psychological and social impacts of money on the way we ‘do’ identity. The chapter further interrogates the monetary values of interculturality, suggesting that, e.g., intercultural competence and exchange can yield economic benefits through enhanced creativity, reduced conflict and improved adaptability. However, the author also acknowledges the complexities and potential pitfalls of commodifying intercultural relations. All in all, this chapter argues that money, when used honourably and intentionally, can serve as a potent tool for building bridges interculturally.
