With over 85 million EU citizens affected by mental health issues, the COVID-19 pandemic has further magnified challenges such as anxiety, depression, loneliness and social isolation. The CultureAndHealth Platform harnesses the proven benefits of artistic and cultural interventions to enhance mental health, prevent illnesses, and build resilience.
The initiative responds to pressing gaps in Europe, including:
- Limited integration of culture into health and social policies,
- A lack of professional support and networks for artists working in interprofessional settings,
- The need for sustainable funding and fair working conditions for cultural practitioners.
The platform focuses on emerging European artists working at the nexus of culture, health, and care. It offers:
- Grants and Mobility Opportunities: Financial support for 170+ artists to implement projects or participate in international residencies.
- Capacity Building and Training: Over 1,500 live and 800 online training opportunities, along with peer-learning workshops.
- Showcasing Events: Four international conferences in Finland, Austria, Romania, and Belgium to highlight innovative practices in bridging culture and health and connect stakeholders.
- Digital Resources: An online platform featuring a database of artists and best practices to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Upcoming Events
16 December 2024 | Online Launch: CultureAndHealth Platform
Partners in the CultureAndHealth Platform
Culture Action Europe Brussels, Belgium
European Regional and Local Health Authorities ASBL Brussels, Belgium
Arts For Health Austria Vienna, Austria
Pôle Culture & Santé en Nouvelle Aquitaine Bordeaux, France
Kompetenscentrum för kultur och hälsa Stockholm, Sweden
Cavan County Council for Cavan Monaghan Arts and Health Ireland
HumaQ Wiesbaden, Germany in cooperation with Healing Culture Network
Turku University of Applied Sciences Finland
Cluj Cultural Centre Romania
Drustvo Associacija Slovenia
Northern Dimension Partnership on Culture Latvia
RED NOSES International Vienna, Austria
Associazione Culturale Oltre.APS Bologna, Italy
ARC Research & Consultancy, Arts Council Malta, Malta
Kunstloc Brabant Tilburg, Netherlands
