Voices of Culture, the structured dialogue between the cultural sector in the European Union and the European Commission, has published a brainstorming report on “Culture and Creative Sectors and Industries driving the Green Transition and Facing the Energy Crisis,” following an in-person meeting on 15 and 16 June 2023 in Tartu, Estonia. The meeting provided … Continued
In June a really interesting panel discussion took place by IETM called ‘Art and Activism II – Transforming culture through artistic influence’, exploring the arts’ potential to challenge mainstream narratives and highlighting the power of art as a catalyst for cultural and societal change. It emphasized the urgency of addressing climate change, colonization, capitalism, and … Continued
“Three video podcasts documenting a 4-day exchange of artistic practices, led by disabled artists collective Al.Di.Qua & hosted by EDN member Lavanderia a Vapore. Artists, choreographers and other dance professionals were invited to join a 4-day collective and collaborative exploration of disabling conditions and systemic barriers set by prevailing ableism in contemporary dance. The EDN Carte … Continued
This publication follows a Mobility Webinar organised by On the Move together with Wales Arts International and Arts Infopoint UK to discuss cultural relations between EU Member States and the United Kingdom, with a focus on the visual arts. It presents the main takeaways of the conversation, which greatly benefited from the input of representatives … Continued
Staying in a hospital or undergoing invasive medical treatments can be a very stressful and frightening experience for both children and their parents. However, due to time constraints and workload in the context of medical care, pediatric patients and their families often receive only little social support. Healthcare Clowns visiting hospitalized children at their bedsides, … Continued
Michael Culture Association launched a new publication series aimed at sharing insights from the European Educational projects they have been involved in. This publication has the objective to share experiences and disseminate results of some innovative projects focusing on Education and Youth in which the Michael Culture Association (MCA) and its members, have been involved … Continued
Culture Action Europe joined Civil Society Europe’s (CSE) Working Group dedicated to supporting civil society and citizens’ participation in EU democracy, and to following up on the Conference on the Future of Europe (CoFoE) and its final proposals.
‘Eye-to-Eye’ is the European Festivals Association’s (@EFAfestivals) Festival Quarterly. It assembles a variety of voices that speak about our society, the state of the arts and reasons why the arts exist, concepts, and moments in contemporary life. Eye-to-Eye zooms into the perspective and minds of six individuals who ask themselves in one way or another … Continued