Eurocities’ work on sustainable culture is embodied by the Eurocities Lille Call to Action for Sustainable and Inclusive Culture. This online hub explains the Call’s origins, vision and structure, tracks its growing community of signatory cities across Europe, gathers relevant news and resources and acts as a repository for 100+ city initiatives collected under the call – inspirational practices for the cultural sector from sustainable public procurement to democratic participation.
Check back for regular updates and new city initiatives.
City initiatives
A rising trend: Cultural prescriptions – Rennes, France
Since 2022, Rennes and Rennes Metropole have tested museum prescriptions allowing patients, upon recommendations by health professionals’ recommendation, to access free cultural activities at partner museums and art centres.
Creating safe spaces in cultural venues – Espoo, Finland
How can cities, as service providers, create principles of safe spaces together? The city of Espoo has adopted principles for safer cultural spaces across all of its services, including libraries, cultural centres, the KAMU Espoo City Museum, 17 art schools and theatres, and concerts by the Tapiola Sinfonietta.
Celebrating creative ageing – Helsinki, Finland
Helsinki is actively promoting creative ageing and taking comprehensive measures to ensure that cultural rights are upheld for people of all ages and in all life situations.
News
New Eurocities publication out now! Culture and democratic resilience: a link to sustainable culture
New Eurocities publication out now: Culture and democratic resilience, a link to sustainable cultureOur new publication, Cities, culture and democratic...
Seven new cities sign the Eurocities Lille Call to Action for Sustainable Culture
7 new cities sign the Eurocities Lille Call to Action for Sustainable CultureWe're celebrating seven new signatories to the Eurocities Lille Call to Action...
Ready for culture to drive climate action and inclusivity in your city? Commit to the Eurocities Lille Call to Action and join the growing network.