The Transformative Role of Socio-Cultural Centres
The European Network of Cultural Centres (ENCC) has released a groundbreaking research report titled Just Sustainability from the Heart of Communities: the Transformative Power of Socio-Cultural Centres. This action-led study, conducted in collaboration with over 100 member organisations, explores how socio-cultural centres can contribute to just sustainability transitions across Europe.
As vibrant community hubs where culture, connection, and environmental consciousness intersect, socio-cultural centres are uniquely positioned to tackle today’s global challenges. The research identifies and amplifies the roles these centres can play in fostering dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collective action—helping guide complex societal transitions in an equitable and lasting way.
This is the first research initiative of its kind in the European context, providing vital insights into how cultural infrastructure can support meaningful, community-driven change.