Inclusivity, diversity, sustainability and increasing citizen’s participation were major priorities in the development and implementation of Enschede’s new cultural policy and led to instrumental partnerships between the municipality and local cultural partners.
The annual culture awards have a dedicated award called ‘Made in Manchester’, which recognises the unique and amazing forms of creativity that are found in Manchester.
The City of Tampere’s online Pirkanmann kulttuuripankki (the Pirkanmann Culture Bank), showcases local artists and cultural creators, with the aim to increase their visibility, employability, and opportunities for collaboration.
The municipality of Arezzo aims to make cultural activities as locally produced as possible. This approach encompasses all aspects, from sourcing materials and consumables for organising events to supporting local artists and creators across all artistic disciplines.