Cultural participation is the ultimate expression of access to culture. It is a human right enshrined in Article 27 of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and as such creates an obligation for its protection and promotion. The presence of multiple and varied cultural opportunities for citizens corresponds with a healthy society, encouraging social … Continued
Culture Action Europe applauds the strong political support shown by all European institutions in their recognition that culture plays a central role in building a more cohesive, inclusive and prosperous Europe. European leaders expressed their joint commitment to work towards a Union ‘where citizens have new opportunities for cultural and social development’ in the 2017 … Continued
The Reflection Paper “Belonging and Becoming: A cultural response to the White Paper on the Future of Europe and the accompanying reflection papers” proposes a first answer to this question, reflecting the voices of over 500 cultural players throughout Europe. A QUICK OVERVIEW The Cultural Sector’s assessment of the 5 Scenarios Guiding principles and actions … Continued
Culture Action Europe statement on the European approach to Sustainable Development and the Agenda 2030 Culture Action Europe (CAE) works to promote a better understanding of the interdependence between culture and sustainability including notably through the international campaign The future we want includes culture (2012). In this crucial moment where the Agenda 2030 is being … Continued
As a member of SDG Watch Europe, Culture Action Europe (CAE) send recommendations for the Council Conclusion on the EC Communication. Council Conclusions to be adopted in June 2017 under the Maltese EU Presidency represent an important opportunity for EU member states to address the lack of European leadership and ambition shown to date regarding … Continued
The European Commission invited beneficiaries and applicants to complete an online survey aimed at collecting views and opinions on the results and impacts of activities and projects co-financed by the Europe for Citizens programme between 2014 and 2016 and to assess their relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, coherence and EU added value. This public consultation is part … Continued
Culture Action Europe welcomes the recognition of culture’s impact via the recent joint communication ‘Towards a joint strategy…’. It also welcomes the opinions being developed by the EESC and CoR, adding additional perspectives to this important topic. Culture Action Europe wishes to underline the following issues: In view of the diversity of involved stakeholders and … Continued
Today, on 29 March, 2017, the United Kingdom triggered article 50, initiating the process of exiting the European Union. We greatly regret this decision. Complex negotiations will now ensue to separate and unravel the intricate ties which have brought together the UK and the EU since 1973. We realise that a delicate balance must be … Continued