cultural initiatives and european citizenship 18 th may 2010
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Cultural Initiatives and European
Citizenship18th May 2010
European Cultural Interaction at Festivals
6000 festivals in Europe with international activities
Consumer demand for the ‘exotic’ International element to:
Cork Jazz Festival Imagine Arts Festival Waterford Cork French Film Festival
European Cultural Interaction at festivals
Parameters have changed over time Cheap travel has enabled 2 way traffic
Irish artists and punters traveling to Europe Exit Festival (Croatia), Sonar (Barcelona) Irish musicians, poets, dancers and authors export
their services
The EU and culture
Historical Emphasis on culture Maastricht, Lisbon
EU Commissioner MarosSefcovic
Culture Programme 2007-2013 € 400 million budget
Why? 3 reasons
1. Social benefits of Intercultural Dialogue
Europe’s cultural diversity a major asset It must be promoted and safeguarded Culture predates economics as the connecting links of Europe “Diversity must be the principal of unity”, Denis de Rougement
We live in multicultural societies Cultural exchanges can foster acceptance, education and
understanding of different cultures Arts & culture can prevent racism, sexism, ageism etc.
Irish Context Polish cultural festival? N. Ireland example Dun Laoighre Festival of World Cultures – Education &
Entertainment
2. Culture & the economy
Cultural sector significant contributor to EU’s economy, growth and development 5 million (3.1%) employed 2.6% of EU’s GDP in 2003 (growth > rest of economy) Culture tourists spend 3 times more
Culture as a catalyst for creativity Innovation Industrial transfer potential 2009, European Year for Creativity in Culture
Irish context Culture being looked on as a major driver of the economy Gabriel Byrne, Cultural Ambassador Farmleigh Business Leaders Conference
3. The international Dimension
Cultural recognition aids International Relations China, India, South America, Africa
Exchange programmes, i.e. Erasmus, Scholarships Take advantage of language links Influence the ‘leaders of tomorrow’, today
Continued focus on EU culture will exert influence globally Soft power v Hard power
Can Arts & Culture help build EU citizenship?
YES! By recognizing and valuing our continent’s rich cultural
diversity, the European identity can become stronger Flamenco & Nordic folk dances = Our European culture
Valuing and celebrating new member’s cultures fosters inclusion and acceptance Pecs (Hungary), Istanbul (Turkey) ECOC 2010 Pro active approach with many spin off benefits
It is economically beneficial and gives Europe a stronger voice on the world stage
Suggestions for better acknowledgement of the European cultural initiatives
The benefits are tangible and EU efforts reflect this Commissioner, € 400 million, Programmes& Initiatives But there is room for improvement
Europe Wide ‘Whazon’ Website & Monthly supplement Part financed by advertisements (hotel’s, car rental etc) This would free up tight funds and resources for
creative projects
EU ‘crisis area’ assistance Funding available for cultural projects which deal with
social problems in areas that need it most
Suggestions continued
Education of cultural differences and heritage Transition year programme across the EU? Primary school programme?
EU funded Cultural Youth exchange programmes Music groups, Dancing groups, Art Classes Personal Experience
International Competition Ryder Cup format?
James Murphy, UCC shoebop@gmail.com
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