Edited by Christos Carras, the Handbook of Cultural Work brings together leading experts, practitioners, and theorists from across Europe to discuss the increasingly interdisciplinary nature of cultural work. It explores how cultural work interacts with education, research, health, and addresses contemporary issues such as the climate emergency, sustainable development, discrimination, and inclusivity. Each of the … Continued
As part of the ‘Ortaklaşa: Culture, Dialogue and Support Programme’, the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (İKSV) has recently published its latest cultural policy study, the ‘Local Cultural Ecosystem in Türkiye’ report. This comprehensive report marks the culmination of the ‘Ortaklaşa: Culture, Dialogue and Support Programme’, generously supported by the European Union (EU). The … Continued
Arts participation in communities can significantly influence social cohesion and wellbeing. One Nation/One Project aims to explore this relationship, as detailed in the One Nation/One Project Research Brief #1. At a time when Americans face significant challenges to their well-being, the bold new campaign Arts For EveryBody, aimes to demonstrate how the arts can lead to healthier individuals … Continued
The EU’s overshoot day serves as a stark reminder: if the global population emulated the consumption patterns of the EU, humanity would deplete the planet’s natural resources available for the year by May 3rd.
The Cultural Deal for Europe, a collaborative campaign led by CAE alongside the European Cultural Foundation and Europa Nostra, is gearing up for the approaching European parliamentary elections.
Australia’s Indigenous children often face unique challenges within the Australian education system, leading to lower educational, employment, and health outcomes compared to their non-Indigenous peers. However, a new report suggests an innovative solution: creating an Indigenous-led education system that integrates First Nations knowledge, practices, and culture. The MK Turner Report, named after Dr. MK (Margaret … Continued
Civil Society Europe, under the Horizon 2020 Enlightened Trust (EnTrust) project, unveils a dynamic collaborative platform designed to explore EU institutions and empower activists in policy-making. EnTrust, a cross-disciplinary research initiative, aims to foster trust and democracy in European governance, leveraging insights from seven research teams spanning sociology, psychology, political science, and media studies across … Continued
In today’s rapidly changing world, shaped by the recent accomplishments of artificial intelligence (AI), museums are crucial places for learning and sharing. To help museums find their place in this fast-changing landscape, NEMO – The Network of European Museum Organisations, along with experts and museum members, has made some suggestions for policymakers. These ideas aim … Continued