Kathréptis arises from a six-month process nourished by one-to-one meetings, visits, larger group conversations between CAE and many cultural operators and civil society organisers. Groups of people led by CAE have been set-up in Athens to meet, discuss, exchange and challenge our own views and our interlocutors’ ones. Moreover some practitioners from CAE’s network have … Continued
Kathréptis (mirror, in Greek) is an international gathering held in Athens on Nov. 20, 2015 to discuss culture, people and cities in a groundbreaking way. How engaged people in culture and citizenship can come together to enhance the life of those living in the city? And how this can happen in the historical moment we … Continued
Intrusions into people’s private spheres, censorship, self-censorship in fear of retaliation, threats to people’s physical integrity and security,… Despite the efforts of many, the right to freely express oneself – also through artistic expression – is under growing pressure. An alarming fact considering that freedom of expression is a pillar for democratic development worldwide. Culture … Continued
Brussels, 20 October 2015 Dear Minister of Foreign Affairs, Kristian Jensen, We are writing to express our concern that the internationally highly-respected Danish Centre for Culture and Development (CKU) may be forced to cease operating as such, or radically reduce or fragment its activities. Indeed, culture has been increasingly recognised as an important vector of … Continued
Beyond the Obvious 2015 ended in Gothenburg (Sweden) on the evening of Saturday 17 October. For three days, over 180 participants from Sweden and from all over Europe, actively discussed and challenged assumptions on the contribution of culture to societal advancement. We, as Culture Action Europe team, believe that BtO15 has been exceptionally good, enriching, inspiring. We are … Continued
Prime Minister Miro Cerar Office of the Prime Minister Government of the Republic of Slovenia gp.kpv@gov.si Gothenburg/ Brussels, 16 October 2015 Letter of Support Dear Sir, As members and friends gathered in the framework of Culture Action Europe, the leading European voice representing the culture and creative sector, we hereby express our deepest … Continued
Concerned by the lack of a coordinated and adequate response that is exacerbating fear, racism, and indifference among citizens in Europe, as well as by the violations of human rights experienced by migrants and refugees. Stressing that the current “refugee and migrant crisis” will not cease in the short term and that longer term policies … Continued
Besides common plenaries and lunches, the Conference allows participants to be part of it in two possible ways: IDEAS ROOM In a symposium-style setting, a group of Discussion Activators will begin by sharing their answer to fundamental questions. They will then explore and discuss the power of key ideas and concepts, share their insights on … Continued