National Arts Agency News in 2008
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January 2008
Corporate Plan for Vanuatu Cultural Centre
The Vanuatu National Cultural Council and the Vanuatu Cultural Centre have a new corporate plan, for 2007-2010. Chief Paul Tahi, President of the Malvatumauri and Chairman of the Vanuatu National Cultural Council, launched the corporate plan.
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Arts sector called on in search for new Chairman
The Philippines cultural sector has been asked to submit nominations for a new chairman for the National Commission for Culture and the Arts. more >
Achievements of the ministry of culture during 2007
A summary of the activities of India's Ministry of Culture in 2007. more >
Advertising Vietnamese culture through tourism
The Ministry of Culture, Sport and Tourism held the first official get-together between tourism managers and artists since the merging of the culture, sport and tourism sectors. more >
Opening of the international conference on intercultural dialogue
A two-day international conference, the opening event of the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue, was opened today with speeches by the Slovenian Minister of Culture Vasko Simoniti, European Commissioners Jan Figel’ and Janez Potočnik, and the Ambassador of the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue, Marko Peljhan. more >
Hub City of Asian Culture and Worldwide Correspondents’ Program of Culture Cities
The Hub City of Asian Culture Project aims to forge cultural ties with Asian countries and includes a culture cities correspondents program. more >
Cultural funding guide
This new search engine is tailored to the needs of the cultural sector, making it easy for artists and arts organisations to find the best match between their projects and potential funders. more >
National Endowment for the Arts Opera Honors
For the first time in 25 years, the NEA creates new lifetime achievement award. more >
Government requires artists to have practice cards
Annulled five years ago, the artists' practice card will soon return under a decree recently issued by the Government. more >
Supporting Excellence In The Arts
A policy review marking ‘a real shift in how we view and talk about culture in this country’ was published today by Culture Secretary James Purnell. more >
Government of Canada launches podcast website
The Government of Canada has released an online directory of Canadian cultural podcasts. more >
Scotland: Creative Nation Summit
A national summit for the exploration, discussion, and debate of pertinent issues in the context of the development of Creative Scotland more >
Arts Council undertakes review of visual artists’ workspaces
The purpose of the research is to asses the provision of workspaces for visual artists and to make recommendations on how the Arts Council might approach future strategic support and development for workspace provision. more >
Latest Set of Recognised Collections of National Significance Announced
A further ten collections from art galleries and museums have been identified as being of national significance under the Recognition Scheme. more >
First national study of voluntary arts activity in England
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport will soon be launching the first ever national survey of amateur arts groups in England. more >
AFI Project 20/20 Completes a Successful Visit to China
The AFI Project: 20/20 cultural exchange program closed out its first year with a three-city visit to China in November. more >
Arts Budget 2008-2011 Announced
The Arts Council has released a statement on its Northern Ireland Budget 2008-2011 and the outcome for the Arts. more >
Budget will enhance quality of life in Northern Ireland
Improving the quality of life for people in Northern Ireland is a priority for Government and has been reflected in the budget allocation for sport, arts and leisure activities. more >
Drama Strategy Report Released
The Arts Council of Northern Ireland has released 'Development of a Drama Strategy: Summary Report' that sets out recommendations for a new drama strategy for the Arts Council. more >
Andy Palacio laid to rest
Iconic Belizean musician and Deputy Administrator and Cultural Ambassador of the National Institute of Culture & History passed away suddenly on 19 January at the age of 47.more >
China opens more museums, memorial halls for free
The Chinese government is to open more museums, memorial halls and national patriotism education bases to the public for free amid efforts to upgrade cultural services. more >
The Arts Council of Wales 2008/09 Budget
The Arts Council of Wales (ACW) has announced today its spending plans for developing the arts in 2008-09. more >
Arts Council of Wales 'Delivering Well' on Funding Arts Facilities
A report issued today by the Auditor General for Wales finds that the Arts Council has sound systems in place for monitoring and safeguarding the risks associated with awarding cash to various projects. more >
February 2008
Dance Education Biennial
What many future dance artists lack is a deeper understanding of the connections to dance science and choreographic praxis. more >
Colloquium for closing the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue
France's Ministry of Culture and Communications is calling for contributions, to a colloquium to close Europe's year of intercultural dialogue that focusses on the concept of intercultural dialogue and the EU’s relations with the rest of the world. more >
Arts Council announces Jerome Hynes Fellowship for future cultural leaders 2008/2009
The Arts Council/An Chomhairle Ealáion has announced that the application window is now open for the Jerome Hynes Fellowship, an award that aims to develop outstanding cultural leaders for Ireland. more >
20 months of culture in Italy
What is the power of culture in Italy? The Ministry has released a report on the 20 months of culture, guided by Francesco Rutelli. more >
NEH Budget Secures Support for High Quality Programs
The President's fiscal year 2009 budget request for the National Endowment for the Humanities seeks funding increases for a range of the Endowment's activities, including We the People program on American history and culture. more >
Dissemination of our collections overseas
The Minister of Culture and Communication (public art commission) and Culturesfrance have jointly launched the programme "Publics/Publiques". more >
Seminar on Protecting Artistic Expression in the Digital Environment
The NCCA has hosted a 3-day seminar on technological tools available to artists, copyright issues online, intellectual property rights, internet presence and legal safeguards, among others. more >
Arts Jobs and Arts News mailing list service re-launch
Arts Council England has re-launched new and improved Arts News and Arts Jobs mailing list services. more >
Corporate sponsorship essential for the Arts
Minister for the Arts Edwin Poots argues that corporate sponsorship of the arts is a good business investment. more >
Chinese authority lists 10 'suitable' E-games for teenagers
China's Ministry of Culture has recommended 10 cyber games that are suitable for minors to play as part of its drive to purify the on-line environment for the young. more >
Scottish Arts Council invests £8m for more, wider, better participation in the arts
The Scottish Arts Council has today (12 February) launched Inspire, a major new Lottery fund for the development of exciting, innovative projects to inspire and encourage the people of Scotland to participate in the arts and become creative, imaginative members of a confident, cultured nation. more >
Arts Council England and Creative Partnerships to help young people discover their creative talents
A new scheme designed to give young people in England the opportunity to experience at least 5 hours of high quality arts and culture every week will be managed by Creative Partnerships – Arts Council England’s successful creativity programme for schools. more >
Canada Council releases Action Plan for 2008-11
The Canada Council for the Arts today released its Action Plan for the next three years, including plans for the distribution of $31.5 million in new funding in 2008-09. more >
Library books donated to Namibia
The Luxembourg Agency for Development Cooperation (LUX Development), donated library books, computers, electronic equipment and library furniture to the Ministry of Education, Namibia...more >
China's central gov't to compensate museums for free entry
The central government will offer funding to museums and memorial halls to support their operating expenses amid a drive to encourage more of these venues to offer free admission, according to statement from a senior official. more >
Creative Singapore
The creative industries cluster is increasingly becoming a significant component of Singapore's economy. more >
Annual themes determined to 2010
The National Commission on Culture and Arts has developed themes for 2008, 2009 and 2010 based on the United Nations Millennium Development Goals. more >
PCAH Hosts Chinese Minister of Culture
Following from a successful visit to China in 2007, the PCAH has hosted China's Minister of Culture in the USA to develop further exchanges. more >
El Fondo Nacional de las Artes, medio siglo al servicio de la cultura
El Fondo Nacional de las Artes nació, 50 años atrás, como resultado de una concepción original y avanzada para su época, que entendía que las actividades culturales y artísticas, incluso aquellas encaradas con sentido industrial o comercial, requieren, al igual que otros sectores de la vida productiva del país, de un sistema financiero especializado permanente, que las promueva y ayude económica y técnicamente. more >
The National Arts Fund of Argentina, half a century serving culture
The National Arts Fund of Argentina was inaugurated 50 years ago, as a result of an original and advanced conception, ahead of its time, which understood that cultural and artistic activities, even those carried out with an industrial or commercial sense, require, just like other sectors of the country’s productive life, a permanent and specialized financial system for their promotion and economic and technical aid. more >
Additional Funding of €40m for Arts and Cultural Infrastructure Projects
The Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism, Séamus Brennan T.D. today unveiled details of the comprehensive Arts and Culture Plan 2008 that commits additional funding of €40m for arts and culture infrastructure projects countrywide, restoration of the Heritage Fund for the acquisition of works of artistic and cultural significance, extended and more flexible opening hours at national museums, cultural venues, galleries and libraries, and a doubling of funding for national touring programmes to bring drama and cultural events to a wider audience. more >
The Arts Council and the National Action Plan Against Racism
The Arts Council, the Irish Government Agency for developing the arts, and the National Action Plan against Racism (NPAR) are delighted to announce that they have entered into a partnership to carry out research designed to develop a cultural diversity policy for the arts. more >
A Conversation on the Arts
A US Senator and NEA Chairman Dana Gioia today participated in a conversation about the cultural, educational, and economic importance of the arts. more >
Galo Mora appointed Minister of Culture of Ecuador
The President of the Republic appointed Galo Mora, former advisor of the Head of State, Minister of Culture as Minister of Culture. The event took place on February 20 at the Salón Amarillo of the Palacio de Carondelet. more >
Picturing America program unveiled at the White House
An education initiative has been announced that brings great American art directly to classrooms and libraries across the country.
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Guides to help do the right thing with Indigenous culture
The Australia Council for the Arts has released a fully revised second edition of its protocol guides to help Australians better understand the use of Indigenous cultural material. more >
North East and South Africa forge 5-year link for art and culture
One of South Africa’s leading politicians is travelling to the North East to sign an agreement with North East politicians for a unique five-year cultural partnership programme. more >
Galo Mora, nuevo titular de cultura en Ecuador
El Presidente de la República, Rafael Correa, posesionó a Galo Mora como Ministro de Cultura, quien se desempañaba como asesor del Primer Mandatario. El evento se realizó el 20 de febrero pasado en el Salón Amarillo del Palacio de Carondelet. more >
New report highlights value of creativity and innovation
Australian and New Zealand cultural ministers have released a report highlighting the value of the creative sector in driving innovation and growth throughout the Australian and New Zealand economies. more >
March 2008
Creative Places Awards
Creative New Zealand has discontinued its the Creative Places Awards. more >
Spotlight on diversity
An arts ambassador scheme will be piloted to increase audience diversity in Auckland's performing arts industry. more >
Three symposia on cultural diversity
On 21 February, in order to institute the Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions, Christine Albanel met with the 'French coalition', which brings together around 50 professional cultural organisations. more >
Cultural Exchange Centre promotes ties with Japan
The Japanese Cultural Exchange Centre opened in Ha Noi yesterday. more >
Arts Council puts extra £1.6m into Northern Ireland’s key arts organisations
The Arts Council has passed an increase in funding directly on to arts organisations, many of which were considered 'at risk'. more >
Arts Council of Wales pays tribute to departing Chief Executive
Peter Tyndall is stepping down as Chief Executive of the Arts Council of Wales to take up an appointment as Public Services Ombudsman for Wales. more >
Culture Card going digital
The Dutch Minister of Culture is introducing Cultuurkaart, a card that provides school pupils money to spend on culture. more >
Intercultural dialogue and arts creation
In the frame of the year of intercultural dialogue in Europe, the Ministry of Culture has developed a website that samples artworks from different Spanish cities and towns. more >
Mick Elliott appointed new Director of Culture at DCMS
Mick Elliott has been appointed as the new Director of Culture at the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. more >
Creative Scotland Bill published
A bill to establish a new body to support Scottish arts and culture has been introduced to the Scottish Parliament. more >
Funding support for the arts
The Scottish Government has renewed its commitment to a scheme that encourages private sector investment in the arts. more >
Chief Executive of the Arts Council to make first key note speech
On 13 March Alan Davey, Chief Executive of Arts Council England, made his first keynote speech at the annual Local Government Association of Culture, Tourism and Sport Conference. more >
Second Argentine Congress
The theme which will guide the Congress’s program is ‘Culture and development’. more >
Reforma a la Ley General de Cultura de Colombia permite la creación de consejos de áreas artísticas y culturales como organismos asesores
El viernes 14 de marzo de 2008 fue sancionada la Ley 1185 que reforma integralmente la Ley General de Cultura en tres aspectos: patrimonial, consejos de áreas y clasificación de películas. more >
A reform to Colombia’s General Law for Culture Allows the Creation of Arts and Culture Councils as Advisory Bodies
On March 14, 2008 Law 1185 was sanctioned, which reforms Colombia’s General Law for Culture in three areas: cultural heritage, arts and culture councils, and film rating. more >
Seminario internacional 'Políticas de financiación de las artes del espectáculo'
El seminario buscaba generar un espacio de reflexión, discusión, encuentro e intercambio de conocimiento y experiencias sobre políticas de financiación de las artes del espectáculo more >
International Seminar 'Policies for the Funding of the Entertainment Arts'
This seminar aimed to generate a space for reflection, discussion, encounter and exchange of knowledge and experiences on policies for the funding of the entertainment arts. more >
Major performing arts sector consolidates steady growth
Australia’s 29 major performing arts companies continue to show steady growth across key financial and artistic indicators, according to the latest report from the Australia Council for the Arts. more >
First Ordinary Meeting of the National Council of Cultural Policy
On Tuesday, 25 March, the Minister of Culture, Gilberto Gil, and the President of the National Council of Cultural Policy, will attend the opening of the 1st Ordinary Meeting of the CNPC (National Council of Cultural Policy). The objective is to debate the Internal Statute of the Council and the general guidelines for the National Cultural Plan (PNC). more >
Targeted theatre and dance promotion
Pro Helvetia is fostering exchange between programme managers of international theatres and festivals and Swiss dance and theatre companies. more >
Arts and Business Cymru 'Managing Your Board' courses
Two one-day courses on relationships between arts organisations and their boards, and on the role of arts organisation chairs. more >
Government of Canada Supports 67 Arts Organizations
These groups will share $11 million, which supplement private-sector donations to endowment funds. Public charitable foundations will hold the Government funding for these arts organizations. more >
NEH Awards First Transatlantic Digitization Collaboration Grants
Funding supports five U.S. institutions working on shared projects with scholars in the U.K. more >
Lighten up the day with dancing
Sunday 27 April is Switzerland's 'Day of Dance', when dance schools and theatres are opening their doors to the public and offering trial lessons in a variety of dance styles. more >
How can dance find its audience?
Pro Helvetia is co-hosting a symposium on the promotion of dance audiences. more >
Australia Council to consult further about Indigenous key organisations
The Australia Council's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts board chair Dr Chris Sarra today announced the board would extend to September 2008 its consultation with the Indigenous arts sector about proposed changes to the Indigenous key organisations funding program. more >
Launch of National Agency for Wales For Young People
A new national agency for theatre for young people was launched recently in Wales. more >
Karen Kain announces she is stepping down as Canada Council Chair
Karen Kain, Chair of the Canada Council since September 2004, announced she is stepping down on March 31 to dedicate herself completely to her full-time job as Artistic Director of the National Ballet of Canada. more >
Review of the Australia Business Arts Foundation
“This review is a critical component of the Government’s election commitment to investigate ways to
increase corporate support for artistic practice,” Minister Garrett said.
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Arts Council England, London, appoints new Executive Director
Moira Sinclair has been appointed the Executive Director of Arts Council England, London. more >
April 2008
Cultural assets to be recorded in data banks
The Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Culture, Sport and Tourism have announced that VND4.5 trillion will be invested from 2006 to 2010 in a program to build and equip data banks of intangible cultural heritage. more >
Renewal plan for the French Art Market
Christine Albanel, Minister of Culture and Communication, will present her Renewal Plan for the French Art Market at a press conference on Wendesday 2 April. more >
Funarte’s President will participate in the First Culture Conference of Niteroi
The meeting aims to strengthen planning actions and dialogue processes in the cultural field more >
Creative Nation, Cultural Summit
The Scottish Arts Council has released audio recordings of speakers' presentations at the summit. more >
Dance on the Box
The Arts Council and Irish broadcaster RTÉ ‘Dance on the Box’ program challenges film and dance artists to create work for the television audience. more >
Award-winning choreographer appointed country's first ‘Dance Champion’ for young people
Acclaimed dancer and choreographer Wayne McGregor is to be the Government’s first Youth Dance Champion. more >
Whats on Kokorwe's table?
The appointment of Ms Gladys Kokorwe as the Minister of Youth, Sport and Culture has generated zeal and hope in the arts and culture industry. more >
New opportunity for the disabled: A decree which supports reading for the visually impaired
The decree makes reading possible for people who are visually impaired thanks to new publications being transformed into a digital format. more >
Interim chief executive for arts council of wales announced today
James Turner will be taking up the role of interim Chief Executive while the full public appointment exercise of appointing the new Chief Executive is taking place. more >
Australia Council and ABC TV help artists go digital
A new strategic partnership between the Australia Council for the Arts and ABC TV will give Australians greater access to more of the Australian arts across ABC TV’s expanding digital delivery platforms. more >
Keith Khan's 'Leading Voices' presentation - audio now available
Keith Khan's Leading Voices talk on cultural diversity and the art of making creative cities is now available in MP3 audio format. more >
Young Ensembles Scheme established
The Arts Council is pleased to announce a new pilot funding scheme for young ensembles. The scheme targets groups of young people between the ages of 12 and 23 years who are working collaboratively to create art, across a range of art forms. more >
Call for speakers in global debate on creative economy
Creative Clusters, the world’s leading conference on the creative economy, is looking for contributors for their next event, which runs from 17 - 20 November 2008 in Glasgow. more >
Digital Cinema in Ireland
The Cultural Cinema Consortium commissioned a report, Digital Cinema in Ireland, by Ron Inglis, in order to gain a comprehensive understanding of the digital cinema environment and to inform policy development in this area into the future. more >
Scottish Arts Council publishes investment plans
The Scottish Arts Council has announced its plans for the coming year (April 2008 – March 2009). more >
Council’s Forum asks ‘Is there money in business for the arts?'
The Arts Council held a forum for arts organizations that provided space to discuss ways of finding new sources of income for the arts and how to look beyond grant support to sponsorship opportunities with the business sector. more >
New structure for the central administration of the Ministry of Culture and Communication
During the Council on the modernisation of public policy on 4 April, the President of the Republic, and the Prime Minister, announced that the Ministry of Culture and Communication will be organised ‘into three general departments, and a general Secretariat’. more >
Arts Exchanges on International Issues
The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has announced a grants program for initiatives that utilize the arts to engage civil society - particularly youth and diverse and underserved populations - and that foster linkages between U.S. and overseas arts and cultural organizations and local communities.
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Canada's Young People Celebrate Diversity Through Mathieu Da Costa Challenge
Young people from across Canada have taken up the challenge to put their creative talents to work to demonstrate the contributions that Canadians of different backgrounds have made to the building of Canada. more >
Arts Council of Wales launches Community Arts Regeneration and Arts Engagement Reports
The Arts Council of Wales has launched two reports commissioned to develop a greater understanding of public engagement with the arts in Wales and to explore the reasons for lower levels of participation among key social groups. more >
Made in England - Exploring England through art
Launching on St. George’s Day, 23rd April, Made in England is a new national partnership between BBC English Regions and Arts Council England that will explore our country through its people and its art. more >
Australia Council launches next wave virtual world arts initiative
The Australia Council for the Arts today announced its latest virtual world initiative – MMUVE it! – offering up to $30,000 for a collaborative arts project in any massive multi-user virtual environment (MMUVE). more >
Cultural leaders call for increase in private giving for the public good
Leaders of Britain’s major cultural institutions have come together to launch a new manifesto, Private Giving for the Public Good, opening a nationwide campaign to encourage a culture of giving to the arts and heritage. more >
China to strengthen control of cultural products for Beijing Olympics
China will heighten supervision and control of cultural products as part of the ministry's five-month campaign to create a 'safe and harmonious cultural environment' for the Olympics, an official of the Ministry of Culture said on Saturday.
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Wales’ international visual arts prize challenges audiences to address climate change
The eyes of the international visual arts world are on Cardiff following the announcement of the winner of the third Artes Mundi international visual arts prize, which this year addressed human condition and climate change. more >
The Arts & Democracy: A Conversation with Dana Gioia
Dana Gioia, Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts, in an interview with Jonathan Katz, CEO of the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies, discusses the major challenges facing public funding for the arts at the beginning of the 21st century. more >
Awakening of culture at school
On Monday 28 April, the students of 6 schools of the French Community presented their art works in the areas of ‘performing arts, plastic arts and multimedia’ at the Théâtre royal de Mons. more >
Arts Councils Agree Closer North South Cooperation
The two arts councils on the island of Ireland today agreed closer cooperation, including harmonising support for artists, strengthening arts organisations and bringing the best of Irish arts to audiences at home and abroad. more >
Free museum entry starting from May
It's free entry for all state-run museums across the nation starting from May 1st to the end of this year, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. more >
Support granted by the Arts Councils 2007
The Arts Council of Finland has released a detailed statistical analysis of arts grants provided by Finland’s arts councils in 2007. more >
Are there Foreigners in Art?
As part of Norway's Year of Cultural Diversity, Minister of Culture and Church Affairs Trond Giske asks 'Are there outsiders to arts – and if so, how can they be included?' more >
Pro Helvetia management review of 2007
Pro Helvetia has released a sumary of its 2007 activities and its outlook for 2008. more >
Scottish Arts Council Flexible Application Process
The Scottish Arts Council has published the outcomes of its recent application process for flexible funding for 2009-2011. more >
May 2008
Government to shield Creative Industry with Copyrights
The government plans to provide a framework for the protection of copyrights and financial assistance to help encourage creative businesses. more >
La gratuité des musées
L’étude traduit la complexité de la perception des publics face à la gratuité. Sous quel angle la juger? Un angle culturel ? En terme de marketing? more >
Feedback on the Wales Arts International Draft Strategy
Wales Arts International is embarking on an external feedback process to develop its international arts strategy. more >
Study into free museum entry
‘Free entry to museums and monuments: what do French visitors think?’. The study explains the complexity of visitor perceptions of free entry. From what angle should it be judged? A cultural angle? In terms of marketing? Or in economic terms? more >
The Arts Councils' 40th Anniversary
The Finnish arts council institution celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. more >
Arts Council announces study into Public Engagement with Architecture
The team carrying out the study will identify and assess supports for the public’s engagement with architecture, it will also examine current supports for public engagement with architecture in Ireland. more >
Art and Architecture prove a winning combination at Northern Ireland Architectural Awards
The first winners of a new award, ‘Best Example of Integrating Artworks into a Building Project’, have been announced. more >
Creative Disloyalty
An essay by Richard Holloway exploring the relationship between the artist and the state. more >
Circus, Carnival and Street Theatre discussion day organised
The Arts Council is organising a discussion day to to encourage debate and inform its future arts policy in relation to circus, carnival and street theatre. more >
Resale Royalty Rights for Australia's Visual Artists
The Rudd Labor Government has announced $1.5 million over three years in the 2008-09 Budget to support the establishment of a resale royalty scheme for visual artists, Minister for the Arts, Peter Garrett, said today. more >
New Initiatives for a Creative Australia
Creating opportunities for young and emerging Australian artists and an ‘artists in residence’ program for schools and universities are new arts measures in the 2008-09 Budget. more >
Copyright (Artists’ Resale Right) Amendment Bill
The New Zealand government has introduced the Copyright (Artists’ Resale Right) Amendment Bill. more >
Café Cultura Nación
Café Cultura Nación es un programa que promueve espacios de encuentro y reflexión sobre la cultura argentina tomando como punto de partida la convicción de que la información, el diálogo y el debate son herramientas imprescindibles para la construcción de una sociedad democrática y participativa. more >
Café Culture Nation
Café Culture Nation is a program that promotes spaces for meeting and reflecting on Argentinian culture, taking as a starting point the belief that information, dialogue and debate are essential tools for the construction of a democratic and participative society. more >
Arts Council increases Cnuas to Aosdána members
As part of an ongoing commitment to improving its range of supports for artists, the Arts Council has announced a significant increase in the Cnuas, the payment made to some Aosdána members to allow artists to devote themselves full time to creative work. more >
Ministry of Culture commits to supporting audiovisual and digital culture
The Ministry is calling for proposals to the grant programme ‘Appropriation of audiovisual and digital culture’. more >
New Music Network
In order to anchor New Music more firmly in public cultural life, the Federal Cultural Foundation will fund a selection of model projects from 2007 to 2011 which aim to strengthen and promote New Music. more >
Finaliza Cumbre Iberoamericana de Cultura en El Salvador
Los Ministros de Cultura de Latinoamérica, España, Portugal y Andorra, apoyaron la solicitud de realizar en Colombia el III Congreso Iberoamericano de Cultura en el 2010. more >
Conclusion of the Ibero-american Culture Summit in El Salvador
Ministers of Culture from Latinamerica, Spain, Portugal and Andorra support the proposal to hold the Third Ibero-American Culture Summit in Colombia, in 2010. more >
Gov't declares first Together Day with expats
‘Together Day' on 20 May kicked off a week-long program of multicultural initiatives established by the government to promote understanding and social integration between people of different cultures living in Korea. more >
World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
An announcement from the Minister of Canadian Heritage in celebration of World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. more >
Wales’ Audience Development Agency Releases Annual Report
Wales’ arts marketing and audience development agency, Audiences Wales, has released its Annual Report and Evaluation for 2007-8. more >
Recognition for New Zealand authors in Budget 08
The New Zealand government is developing new legislation to establish a New Zealand Public Lending Right for authors. more >
Day to rekindle sense of pride
Delivering her National Culture Day message, Minister of Youth, Sport and Culture, Ms Gladys Kokorwe said the day was intended to rekindle in Batswana a sense of pride in their national identity and cultural diversity. more >
New investments promote unique New Zealand identity
Significant new investments in New Zealand’s arts, culture, and heritage are a feature of Budget 2008. more >
Christine Albanel celebrates the French spirit of responsibility
Christine Albanel, Minister of Culture and Communication, has celebrated the French spirit of responsibility following the publication of the IPSOS survey relating to a mechanism for the prevention of piracy of cultural works on the Internet. more >
Performance hubs puts artists on the map
A groundbreaking new performing arts initiative will bring more independent theatre and dance works to the stage. more >
Christine Albanel se félicite de l’esprit de responsabilité des Français
Christine Albanel, ministre de la Culture et de la Communication, s’est félicitée de l’esprit de responsabilité des Français après la publication du sondage IPSOS relatif au mécanisme de prévention du piratage des oeuvres culturelles sur Internet. more >
First visit by new Minister for Arts, to the Arts Council
In a briefing by Ms Braiden, Minister Cullen heard that the arts are collectively the single most popular pursuit in today's Ireland. more >
Spanish intercultural dialogue is up and running
Four months after launching its intercultural dialogue website, Spain's Ministry of Culture has chosen to publish 60 ideas and projects out of the 150 proposals received. more >
Una apuesta por la cultura audiovisual y digital
Está abierta la convocatoria 'Apropiación de la cultura audiovisual y digital', que hace parte del Plan Audiovisual Nacional – PAN y del Proyecto de Cultura Digital que viene desarrollando el Ministerio de Cultura en todo el país. more >
June 2008
Singapore-Denmark co-operation programme on design established
A Design Co-Operation Programme will establish opportunities for collaboration, knowledge exchange and professional networking between Denmark and Singapore. more >
Evaluation of Orchestras Review: Request for tender
The Australia Council for the Arts invites tenders for an evaluation of the Orchestras Review 2005 funding package. more >
Serowe hosts culture day
Batswana should use the country’s cultural resources to promote national identity and to diversify the economy, the Minister of Youth, Sport and Culture has said. more >
Philanthropy underutilised source of funding - Arts Council
Philanthropy is an underutilised source of funding for the arts, and the new Ireland should expect and encourage those who have prospered most to give back to national life, the Arts Council has said. more >
Grant application process and application times to be simplified
The Arts Council of Finland and state art councils will change their grant application procedure as of autumn 2008. The number of grants will be reduced but the sum to be allocated will remain the same. Instead of grant types set aside beforehand for different purposes, the councils will decide on the allocation of their grants for different purposes of use. more >
Arts Council of Wales annual conference, ‘breaking boundaries’
'Breaking Boundaries' is an inspirational showcase of how the arts can transcend physical and mental boundaries in all walks of life. more >
Ministers outline Department's achievements and future challenges to Parliament
The Minister and Deputy Minister of Arts and Culture have made powerful and emotive budgetary addresses to Parliament following recent violence in South Africa. more >
Les défis culturels de la présidence française de l’Union européenne
A partir du 1er juillet, la France va assurer, pendant six mois, la présidence du conseil de l’union européenne. Sur le plan culturel et audiovisuel, comment va-t-elle répondre aux enjeux qui se posent aux vingt-sept? more >
The cultural challenges of the French Presidency of the European Union
From the 1st of July, France will assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. In the Cultural and Audiovisual areas, how will France respond to the issues presented to the European Union members? more >
New partnership brings 'Next Move' to Wales
A successful Arts Council England initiative that 'fast-tracks' new designer-makers has been established in Wales. more >
Dance shorts! - 10 minutes of fresh and exciting dance
A new commissioning initiative that aims to increase access for audiences and to provide opportunities for Welsh dance artists to show their work at key venues. more >
Report predicts social change for major performing arts sector
A new report from the Australia Council for the Arts predicts that major performing arts companies need to keep pace with economic and social trends. more >
Government of Canada Proposes Update to Copyright Law: Balanced Approach to Truly Benefit Canadians
The Government of Canada introduced long-overdue and much-needed amendments to the Copyright Act that will bring it in line with advances in technology and current international standards. more >
Artists In The Workforce Study
The NEA has released the first nationwide look at artists’ demographic and employment patterns in the 21st century. more >
New Chief Executive for the Arts Council of Wales
Nick Capaldi is the new Chief Executive of the Arts Council of Wales. more >
INAC and SAMAAP sign Cultural Co-operation Convention
An agreement Cultural Cooperation was signed between the National Institute of Culture (INAC) and the Society Friends of the Museum of Afro-Antillean Panama (SAMAAP). The agreement aims to promote joint cooperation... more >
Development of a Visual Arts Strategy for 2008-2011
The Arts Council of Northern Ireland is inviting tenders from suitably experienced service providers to research, develop and produce a Visual Arts Strategy. more >
Investing in a Creative Scotland
An additional £5 million to set up a Creative Scotland Innovation Fund was announced today as the Creative Scotland Bill was discussed in the Parliament. more >
Ministry to Expand Activities in Culture and Entertainment Division
The Ministry of Information, Culture, Youth and Sports (MICYS) is making plans to expand, energize and enhance activities in its culture and entertainment division, through the introduction of new and revitalized programming. more >
Commission Culture et Handicap
Christine Albanel, ministre de la Culture et de la Communication, et Valérie Létard, secrétaire d'Etat chargé de la Solidarité, ont présidé la réunion annuelle de la Commission Culture et Handicap pour réaffirmer la volonté du gouvernement de respecter les engagements de la loi du 11 février 2005 afin de faire accéder plus largement les personnes handicapées à l’univers de la culture. more >
Commission on Culture and Disability
Christine Albanel, Minister of Culture and Communication, and Valérie Létard, Secretary of State for Solidarity, reaffirmed the resolve of the government to give the greatest possible number of disabled people access to the world of culture. more >
Music Capital Scheme and Research Project
The Arts Council, The IRMA Trust and Music Network today announced details of the Music Capital Scheme and Research Project, an action-research initiative designed to provide support for the purchase of musical instruments in 2008. more >
Dance moves centre stage for more young people thanks to new link between schools and the dance world
Culture Minister Margaret Hodge announced plans to develop stronger links between schools and dance providers. more >
Sports stars, musicians and media high-fliers to help young people reach their potential through mentoring programme
Hundreds more young people will have the opportunity to be mentored by elite sports stars, musicians and top media players Culture Secretary Andy Burnham confirmed today. more >
Pros and cons of folk culture promotion
The Swiss Arts Council organised a debate on the pros and cons of public financial support for folk culture. more >
Minister of State Mansergh launches Dublin's free Cultúr Bus
Dr Martin Mansergh, TD, Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works and the Arts, has launched the Dublin Cultúr Bus, a free shuttle bus service operating on Sundays between the city's National Cultural Institutions and other visitor attractions. more >
Creative Scotland – Ambitious for Scotland
A statement from the joint board of Scottish Arts Council and Scottish Screen following the failure of the Creative Scotland Bill to progress. more >
E-culture event to celebrate Korean IT culture
The Seoul e-culture festival, making its debut on July 7, aims to bring the usual offline activities of arts and other performances into the online scene to suggest a whole new way of experiencing of cultural activities. more >
July 2008
Mincultura, comprometido con las expresiones artísticas de personas con discapacidad
El Ministerio abre la convocatoria para participar en la XV Bienal Nacional de Arte y Expresiones Visuales de personas con discapacidad y en los laboratorios de formación que se realizarán como antesala. more >
Industrie musicale - Signature d’un accord historique entre partenaires sociaux
Industrie musicale : Christine Albanel, ministre de la Culture et de la Communication, se réjouit tout particulièrement de la signature d’un accord historique entre partenaires sociaux. more >
Music industry – signing of an historic agreement between corporate partners
Music industry: Christine Albanel, Minister of Culture and Communication, celebrates the signing of an historic agreement between corporate partners. more >
Arts Council publishes Arts and Education Report
The Arts Council has published 'Points of Alignment', the Report of the Special Committee on the Arts and Education. more >
The Ministry of Culture is committed to the artistic expression of people with physical disabilities
The Ministry has just opened the call for proposals to participate in the XV National Biennial of Art and Visual Expressions for People with Physical Disabilities and to participate in the training workshops that will be organized in preparation for it. more >
National Council congratulates Peter Hewitt on CBE
The National Council of Arts Council England yesterday (1 July) passed a unanimous vote of congratulations to former Chief Executive Peter Hewitt on his recently awarded CBE. more >
Margaret Hodge outlines measures to streamline cultural 'delivery' in the regions
Culture Minister Margaret Hodge today announced plans to strengthen DCMS engagement in regional policy through a new, simplified and improved way of working. more >
Invitée au forum de Libération, Christine Albanel défend son action
Faut-il supprimer le ministère de la culture ? Tel était le thème - volontairement provocateur - du débat entre Christine Albanel et le sénateur communiste Jack Ralite. L’occasion pour la ministre de préciser pourquoi le ministère de la culture est nécessaire. more >
Invited to the Libération forum, Christine Albanel defends her actions
Should the Ministry of Culture be abolished? This was the (deliberately provocative) theme of the debate between Christine Albanel and the Communist Senator Jack Ralite. This was an opportunity for the Minister to outline why the Ministry is necessary. more >
Arts Council Chair expresses regret at the passing of Seamus Brennan TD
The Chair of the Arts Council, Ms. Olive Braiden has said she learned with great regret of the passing of Seamus Brennan, TD. more >
Women should have half share of top arts board posts
A publicity campaign aimed at women from all walks of life to get them to apply for positions on the boards of arts and sports bodies, was launched today by Culture Minister Margaret Hodge. more >
National Arts Council and Arts Council Korea Forge Closer Cultural Ties with MOU
Singapore and South Korea have signed an MOU that aims to facilitate opportunities for artists to present their work and identify ways to enhance the strategic value of cultural exchange projects between the countries. more >
Youth Music Initiative funding gets up and coming young musicians into the studio
A pilot scheme is giving some of Scotland’s promising young bands the chance to work with professional recording studios to take their music careers to the next stage. more >
Meeting of the council of territorial authorities for cultural development
The Council was able to define the themes of work for the coming months around broad subjects such as heritage, and education and training. more >
Réunion du conseil des collectivités territoriales pour le développement culturel
Ce conseil a permis de définir des thèmes de travail pour les mois à venir autour de grands sujets comme le patrimoine, et l'éducation et la formation. more >
‘Take it away’ drums up over £5m of instrument sales
A year since the launch of Arts Council England’s Take it away loan scheme – designed to make musicianship more affordable for all – over £5.4 million worth of instruments have been bought. more >
The National Congress on Theater begins
The province of Lara will welcome participants in the National Congress on Theater. more >
Inicia Congreso Nacional de Teatro
El estado Lara recibe a participantes del Congreso Nacional de Teatro. more >
Launch of Dance Plan 2012
The Australia Council for the Arts and Ausdance today launched the Dance Plan 2012 - a four-year action plan for the Australian dance sector. more >
Arts and Disability Website an essential tool
The first all-Ireland website to provide information, resources and facts about Arts and Disability, is proving to be an essential tool. more >
Future Forum Event - October 2008
Future Forum is a day of conversation about collaboration and excellence in the arts. more >
Olive Braiden to Relinquish Chair of the Arts Council
Ms Olive Braiden, Chair of the Arts Council for the past five years, has announced that she will complete her term next month and will not be continuing in the role. more >
Art Beat – A New Fresh Arts Programme On Radio
The National Arts Council has initiated a radio programme that moves away from the usual profiling of artists and announcing arts events and focuses on arts and cultural issues affecting the industry. more >
Arts and disability website an essential tool
www.artsanddisability.com, the first all-Ireland website to provide information, resources and facts about arts and disability, is already proving to be an essential tool for parents, families, advice workers, arts bodies and the wider community. more >
Singapore’s first sustainable subsidised ticket purchasing scheme to benefit audiences
The National Arts Council has teamed up with a private corporation to launch an innovative scheme that makes it possible for more people to enjoy the arts at affordable prices. more >
Arts Council England is advertising for a new national Chair
A vacancy will arise at the end of January 2009 for the national Chair of Arts Council England. A process to appoint a new Chair has commenced by the Arts Council’s sponsor, the Department for Culture Media and Sport. more >
Books Alive opens new chapter for Aussie readers
The nation’s largest annual promotion of books and reading promises Australians an experience they won’t be able to put down. more >
Canada Council for the Arts releases Auditor General’s Special Examination Report
In its first special examination of the Canada Council for the Arts, the Office of the Auditor General of Canada reports the Council is doing a good job of managing its affairs, announced the Board of the Council today. more >
Alt-w: new directions in Scottish digital culture
The Scottish Arts Council has joined forces with Scottish Screen to support Alt-w, a fund for practitioners based in Scotland to make and develop new web-based or digital artworks, devices and creative applications. more >
Training and Networking Opportunities
Various training activities in a number of different areas: Management, New Technologies and Screenwriting; are being held in different countries around Europe. more >
Arts Council England publishes response to McIntosh review of investment strategy
The Arts Council today published its response to the McIntosh Review – an independent report commissioned by Chief Executive Alan Davey which examines the process used to reach funding decisions last February. more >
August 2008
Chinese leader pledges rich cultural activities during Olympic Games
Chinese President Hu Jintao on Friday pledged guests from all over the world could appreciate the cultures of different countries during the Beijing Olympic Games. more >
The New Laboratory
The National Direction of Culture recently inaugurated a centre for research and creation in performing arts. more >
National Endowment for the Arts Announces Recovery Funds
The National Endowment for the Arts has announced initiatives to help artists and cultural institutions recover from major natural disasters. more >
El nuevo Laboratorio
Comenzó a funcionar un nuevo programa de la Dirección Nacional de Cultura. more >
Arts funders moving forward on integrated reporting
An integrated financial and statistical online database called CADAC (Canadian Arts Data/ Données sur les arts au Canada) is being developed for launch in late 2008. more >
10 years as cultural ambassador in southern Africa
Pro Helvetia is celebrating the 10th birthday of its liaison office in Cape Town. more >
Dr Martin Mansergh launches Kevin Whelan pamphlet at the Arts Council
The pamphlet, entitled Between filiation and affiliation: the space of art, describes the crucial role art plays in our development as a society, and the role of the artistic imagination in creating the future. more >
Arts statistics 2007 show four-fold growth in arts activities
2007 was an exceptionally lively year for the arts in Singapore, registering new highs on all fronts of key arts statistical indicators since 1997. more >
Appointment to the Canada Council for the Arts
The Honourable Josée Verner, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Status of Women and Minister for La Francophonie, today announced the appointment of Joseph L. Rotman as Chair of the Canada Council for the Arts. more >
Domestic Indemnity Program
For the first time, exhibitions drawn from U.S. collections are eligible for indemnity coverage while on view in American museums. more >
Australian Government responds to Senate Indigenous Arts Inquiry
Arts Minister Peter Garrett has today tabled the Australian Government’s response to the 29 broad recommendations outlined in the Senate Inquiry Report Indigenous Art: Securing the future. more >
Statement by Joseph L. Rotman, Chair of the Canada Council for the Arts
I was delighted to learn this week that the Government of Canada has appointed me to a five-year term as Chair of the Canada Council for the Arts, effective July 30, 2008. more >
National review of visual education released
A new report, First We See: The National Review of Visual Education, provides a vision for the visual education of Australian students into the future. more >
Expo funding for ‘Made in Scotland’ Fringe Showcase
A new initiative, Made in Scotland, due to launch in 2009, will take the form of a curated showcase for Scottish-based performers to present and promote their best work at Edinburgh's Festival Fringe. more >
$37.5 million in Indigenous Arts and Cultural Support
Arts Minister, Peter Garrett and Indigenous Affairs Minister, Jenny Macklin today announced more than $37 million in funding for Indigenous arts, cultural, languages and broadcasting programs across Australia in 2008–09. more >
Compendium of Research Papers: The International Forum on the Creative Economy
A Compendium of Research Papers presents the detailed findings from the International Forum on the Creative Economy, which delved into various facets of the creative economy in many countries around the globe. more >
Ibsen-prize for 2008 to English director
The first International Ibsen Prize goes to English theatre and film director Peter Brook. more >
Ministry of Tourism and Culture
Minister for Tourism and Culture Ambika Soni has signed a programme of cooperation in the field of Culture with her counter-part during her recent visit to South Africa. more >
Australia Council invites public comment on children in art protocols
The Australia Council for the Arts invites submissions from individuals and organisations who wish to comment on issues surrounding the depiction of children in art. more >
New Dance Strategy nears completion
The Arts Council of Northern Ireland is undertaking the final round of consultations before introducing its new dance strategy. more >
Acting Chief Executive appointed
Bronwyn Dalley has been appointed acting Chief Executive of the Ministry for Culture and Heritage. more >
ENEA International Fellowship Programme
With the purpose of contributing to the creation of the European Research Area, the ENEA International fellowship programme aims at helping researchers to reach or reinforce a position for professional maturity and independence. more >
New Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of Culture, Islamabad
Mr. Nadeem Iqbal Abbasi has assumed the charge of the post of Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of Culture, Islamabad on 29th August, 2008. more >
September 2008
International experts gather to save music
The Ministry is collaborating with international agencies to develop a national action plan to safeguard nha nhac music. more >
The Arts Council opens a window on architecture debate
In 2007, Arts Council England commissioned research to give an independent, objective and fresh appraisal of the value of the Arts Council’s investment in Architecture Week. more >
New Ministry of Culture and State Restructuring not welcomed by everyone in Nepal
According to Nepalnews.com and kantipuronline.com the move to create a new Ministry of Culture and State Restructuring has not been welcomed by everyone. Terai Madhesh Loktantrik Party (TMLP) has raised serious objection... more >
Speech by Minister of Arts and Culture launching Heritage Month
Speech by Minister of Arts and Culture, Dr. Z. Pallo Jordan at the launch of Heritage Month at Zoo Lake.more >
Platform for Success - Scottish Broadcasting Commission's final report
The Creative Scotland Transition Team welcomes the publication of the Scottish Broadcasting Commission’s final report, Platform for Success. We fully endorse the view that, “Broadcasting is important to the economic, cultural and democratic health of the nation.” more >
Appointment of National Arts Council Members
The Minister for Information, Communications and the Arts has appointed 11 new members to the National Arts Council for a 2 year term from 1 September 2008 to 31 August 2010. more >
Arts Council Hosts Ministerial Visit to the Arts Sector
The Arts Council of Northern Ireland welcomed the new Arts Minister, Gregory Campbell MP MLA, to its headquarters at MacNeice House in Belfast today (Wednesday 10 September) to meet the Council and eminent artists and arts organisations from across Northern Ireland. more >
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Complaints against former minister are not institutional
The complaint made by the lawyer Pedro Celestino Gomez de la Fuente against former Minister Blanca Ovelar de Duarte is a personal one. It is not the Ministry of institutional education and culture... more >
State Prize for Design 2008 goes to Päivi Rintaniemi
The National Council for Design has awarded the 2007 State Prize for Design to Päivi Rintaniemi for her long and outstanding career as a ceramics designer and artist. more >
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Dana Gioia announces his future plans
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Dana Gioia announced today that he will leave his position at the head of the Arts Endowment in January 2009. more >
Culture is not Idol Worshipping
Prince Kayode stated that "appreciation of culture is not the idol worshipping" when the Committee of Catholic Bishop Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) visited him in his office to solicit government support for its first National Catholic Festival of Arts and Culture (NACAFAC 2008). more >
New website for the Council of Culture
The Council for Culture (Raad voor Cultuur) has launched a new website. more >
Website for the Ministry of Heritage and Culture, Oman
The Sultanate of Oman launches an English language website for the Ministry of Heritage and Culture. more >
Filipino individuals become National Artists
The Order of National Artists is the highest national recognition given to Filipino individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of Philippine arts; namely, Music, Dance, Theater, Visual Arts, Literature, Film, Broadcast Arts, and Architecture and Allied Arts. more >
China's State Council appoints new vice minister of culture
The State Council has ended Meng Xiaosi's term as vice minister of culture. Zhao Shaohua, a woman, has been appointed the new vice minister of culture. more >
Andy Burnham unveils scheme to give a million free theatre tickets to young people - Free theatre offer to be launched early next year
A new scheme to encourage young people to experience live theatre was unveiled today by Culture Secretary Andy Burnham. A £2.5 million programme – funded by Arts Council England, who will manage the scheme – will be focused on some 95 venues all over England. more >
Inspiring Scotland's communities
Inspiring projects that will connect people and their communities through the arts and encourage long-lasting links between people, places and ideas are the next development of the Scottish Arts Council’s Inspire fund. more >
Introducing Tune Up 2008/2009
Tune Up, the Scottish Arts Council, National Lottery funded initiative that supports musicians to play in venues as far and wide as Scotland itself, is ready to hit the road with a new round of tours. more >
Cultural well-being now online
A portal to cultural well-being resources is a new website dedicated to Cultural Well-Being. It has a range of useful tools to help local authorities promote the cultural well-being of their communities.
Developed by the Ministry for Culture and Heritage, www.culturalwellbeing.govt.nz was ‘soft launched’ earlier this year to make the many cultural well-being resources easily available to councils. Its content ranges from strategy documents to useful links and profiles.
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October 2008
Arts marketing resources for research hub
A range of arts marketing resources are now available from the Australia Council's research hub. more >
Artists to benefit from Resale Royalty Right
A resale right for Australia's visual artists is expected to be in place by 1 July 2009, Arts Minister Peter Garrett said today. more >
TB death Mamadou Diouf: Culture in mourning
Mamadou Diouf, a brilliant technical adviser in the office of the Minister of Culture had struggled against diabetes for several years, and finally secumbed on Friday 3 October 2008. more >
Meeting on the development of national cinema
Under the auspices of the Russian Federation and Vladimir Putin, a meeting was held on the development of national cinema. From 2010 the state will allocate 4 billion rubles a year to promoting the film industry. more >
Speech by Senior Minister at Singapore International Photography Festival
The speech by Senior Minister at the opening of the Singapore International Photography Festival. The biennial festival is the first of its kind in Southeast Asia, and provides a platform for Southeast Asian photographers to showcase their works and discover emerging talent. more >
More than 10,000 people across Ireland in choirs - report
Singing in choirs is one of Ireland’s most popular arts activities, with more than 10,000 people in 400 choral groups right across the country, a new report from the Arts Council reveals. more >
Newly reopened Palace of Fine Arts
The inaugural event for this building which is considered to be the most important cultural centre in the Dominican Republic will will be chaired by President Leonel Fernández and attended by various personalities and cultural leaders from different countries. more >
General Manager appointed at the Minister of Culture, Arts and Heritage
HE Dr. Hamad Bin Abdulaziz Al Kuwari, Minister of Culture, Arts and Heritage in Qatar appointed Dr Saad Thamer Al-Humaidi as General Manager for the Minister's Office. more >
More visit its art galleries
The number of visitors to the country's art galleries has increased by 50 percent in 2007 compared with the year before, as evidenced by new statistics from the Cultural Council. The increase is above all as a result of increased visits from kindergartens and schools that have nearly doubled over the last year. more >
South East celebrated the launch of the Cultural Olympiad
The Cultural Olympiad is a four-year programme that will highlight the country’s diversity by using both culture and sport to create works and events that will bring people and places together, encourage audiences to take part, involve and inspire young people, welcome the world to the 2012 Games and create a lasting legacy. more >
Acclaimed singer awarded Gaelic Ambassador of the year at mod 2008 launch
Julie Fowlis, the acclaimed traditional singer and instrumentalist is the first recipient of the Scottish Government's new Gaelic Ambassador of the Year award (Tosgaire Gàidhlig na Bliadhna). more >
Arts for All - community engagement plan
The arts will play an ever stronger role in fostering Singapore’s sense of community and national identity while raising Singapore’s hip quotient as a global arts city, with the launch of the Arts For All – Community Engagement Plan by the National Arts Council (NAC) more >
Display of Art Statement from Arts Council of Wales
Arts Council of Wales welcomes the Minister's announcement about the future display of visual art in Wales. more >
Arts Council comments on its Budget allocation
The Government has allocated a grant of €75.7 million to the Arts Council for 2009. more >
Intercultural Ireland Conference
To mark Ireland's contribution to the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue, the Minister for Arts, Sports and Tourism, Martin Cullen T.D. is hosting a concert and conference in Leuven to discuss and show case intercultural dialogue in Ireland in the arts, culture, audiovisual, sports and tourism sectors. more >
Ministry of Culture gives more than half its budget to public institutions
The Culture Minister, Cesar Antonio Molina, today presented data from his department's budget for 2009, staffed by 922.8 million euros, 5.23 million euros more than in 2008 (0.57% increase). More than half (607.1 million) will go to public institutions including the Museum del Prado and Reina Sofia, INAEM, ICAA, and the National Library. more >
Australia Council is partner in $4.7m boost to new arts research
The Australia Council for the Arts will be an industry partner in three prestigious arts-related research projects funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC). more >
Arts Council Welcomes New Creative Industries Innovation Fund
Culture, Arts and Leisure Minister Gregory Campbell, MP MLA along with Roisín McDonough, Chief Executive the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and other funders, today (17 October) launched the Creative Industries Innovation Fund. more >
Conclusion of the Second Argentinean Culture Congress
The Second Argentinean Culture Congress that dealt with culture and development concluded on October 19th at San Miguel de Tucumán. More than 3,500 people from all over the country participated. more >
Concluyó el II Congreso Argentino de Cultura
Con la participación de más de 3.500 personas de todo el país, el domingo 19 de octubre cerró en San Miguel de Tucumán, el Segundo Congreso Argentino de Cultura, dedicado a debatir sobre cultura y desarrollo. more >
Arts Council support Launch of Lyric Education Programme
This exciting new project will engage with and encourage young people to participate in the arts, through four pilot projects in primary and post primary education. more >
Free Theatre Initiative
A two-year pilot programme offering free theatre tickets to under-26-year-olds has been announced by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). more >
Jan Åman new member of the Cultural Council Board
The government has today appointed Jan Åman to the new member of the Cultural Council board. He replaces thus Johan Staël von Holstein, who left the Board in September. Jan Åman is executive director of the Color Factory, an art gallery in the south of Stockholm. more >
U.S. and U.K. Cultural Agencies Sign Memorandum of Understanding
At a joint conference, the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) of the United Kingdom signed a memorandum of understanding to foster scholarly collaboration and research in the humanities. more >
Australia Council reaffirms commitment to arts in education
The governing body of the Australia Council for the Arts has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the creative arts in the national education curriculum. more >
Scotland Live 2008 Launch
Culture Minister welcomes thirty international arts promoters to sample the best of Scottish theatre and dance. more >
New director of communications at the DCMS
Jane Cooper, currently at the Department for Children, Schools and Families, has been appointed Director of Communications at the DCMS. She will take up her post early in the new year. more >
Ground-breaking exhibition tells stories of people with disabilities
Deputy Minister of Arts and Culture, Ms Ntombazana Botha, invites members of the media to a launch of an exhibition of artefacts by people with disabilities. The exhibition will feature photographs from a coffee table book called, Look at me. The book tells disabled South African women’s stories. more >
Ministry of Culture gives 408,000 euros to 30 projects of short films
The Ministry of Culture, through the Institute of Cinematography and Audiovisual Arts (ICAA) has granted aid amounting to 408,000 euros for 30 projects of short films in the second phase of the call for the year 2008. more >
National Council on the Arts Convenes for 165th Meeting
The National Council on the Arts, the advisory body of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), will meet in a public session on Friday, October 31. This session will be Chairman Dana Gioia’s final meeting with the Council. more >
ARSIS 3/08 celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Arts Council of Finland
The Arsis magazine 3/2008 takes a glance at the 40-year-old history of the Arts Council of Finland. In the editorial Chairman Hannu Saha predicts the future, too. more >
40th anniversary celebrated by Arsis
The latest issue of the Arts Council of Finland's Arsis magazine takes a glance at that institution's 40-year-old history. Beyond that, some members of the Central Arts Council present their visions on what the future of the arts will look like in 2018. Other features include a report on multicultural aspects in the arts in Finland. more >
November 2008
New members confirmed to serve on National Council on the Arts
Conductor JoAnn Falletta and country songwriter and singer Lee Greenwood have been confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve on the National Council on the Arts, the advisory body of the National Endowment for the Arts. more >
Arts Council England creates new independent organisation
Creative Partnerships - Arts Council England’s successful creativity programme for schools - is set to be become an independent organisation. more >
Canada Council for the Arts 2007-08 Annual Report highlights support to the arts and new directions
The Canada Council for the Arts reported an increased level of support to Canadian professional artists and arts organizations as well as the charting of new strategic directions in its 2007-08 Annual Report released today. more >
Arts Council England launches consultation on peer review and self assessment
Alan Davey, Chief Executive, Arts Council England has announced proposals for peer review and self assessment for regularly funded arts organisations, and is inviting artists and arts organisations to have their say in how it will work. more >
Minister Mansergh launches Art and Architecture of Ireland Project
Dr Martin Mansergh TD Minister of State at the Department of Finance with responsibility for OPW and Arts has launched a new major project for the Royal Irish Academy – Art and Architecture of Ireland. The aim of the project is the creation of a comprehensive history of Irish Art and Architecture to be published in five volumes covering the years 400 – 2000. more >
Ashgabat hosts Turkmenistan and World Cinematography International Film Festival
The three-day forum was a unique opportunity for the people of Turkmenistan to get acquainted with the modern trends in development of world cinematography. more >
Americans for the arts action fund statement on the 2008 election
November 05, 2008—Americans for the Arts Action Fund President and CEO Robert L. Lynch stated "The historic election of Sen. Barack Obama to be the 44th President of the United States will have tremendous impact on the nation's arts community, public schools, and creative workforce..." more >
IV National Meeting on Arts and Education: Arts’ Places and Senses in Colombia’s Education
Directors and teachers of arts and education programs are invited to participate in the IV National Meeting of Arts and Education. more >
IV Encuentro Nacional de Educación Artística: lugares y sentidos del arte en la educación en Colombia
La Universidad Pedagógica Nacional; el Ministerio de Cultura, a través de la Dirección de Artes; el Ministerio de Educación Nacional; la Secretaría de Cultura, Deporte y Recreación; la Orquesta Filarmónica de Bogotá y Acofartes invitan a directivos y docentes de artes, a participar en el IV Encuentro Nacional de Educación Artística. more >
Photography competition to coincide with Dhafra Festival
The Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH) announced a new photography competition as part of the Dhafra Festival, which runs from December 23, 2008 until January 4, 2009 in Zayed City in the Western Region. more >
Arts Council assist local councils to grow creative industries
Rosemary Kelly, Chairman of the Arts Council of Northern Ireland contributed to promoting the growth of Creative Communities though the Arts, at the Forum for Local Government and the Arts (FLGA) annual conference. more >
Campbell hits a high note at first Music Industry conference
The Conference hosted by the Northern Ireland Music Industry Commission (NIMIC) will address the challenges and the new opportunities opening up for the industry in Northern Ireland. more >
Arts Council England creates new independent organisation
Creative Partnerships - Arts Council England's successful creativity programme for schools - is set to become an independent organisation. more >
The Digital Britain report steering board
A forum of independent experts has been appointed to guide the work of “The Digital Britain Report” and develop a comprehensive plan to further digital economy and society. more >
Speech by Senior Minister at the Festival of Ideas
Speech by Senior Minister of State for Education, Information, Communications and the Arts, at the Opening Ceremony Of The Festival of Ideas. more >
Scotland bids to recover Olympic lottery cash
The Scottish Government has submitted a formal bid document to retrieve £150 million in lottery funds diverted from Scottish good causes to finance the 2012 London Olympics. more >
Arts creation fund: building cultural bank of Singapore arts
Arts creation in the performing, visual and literary spheres will receive a major boost of $3.5 million over the next five years, with the launch of the Arts Creation Fund (ACF) by the National Arts Council (NAC). more >
Cultural promotion laws: latest news
On 30 September, the new laws on cultural promotion came up for debate at the National Council (Nationalrat). In its preparatory work, the commission responsible had integrated the Pro Helvetia law into the federal law on cultural promotion with the aim of achieving a clearer definition of who is responsible for what. more >
Speech for the official opening of the Africa Centre and launch of the Artist’s Handbook
Speech delivered by advocate Brenda Madumise at the official opening of the Africa Centre and the launch of the Artist’s Handbook on the 11th November 2008 in Cape Town. more >
Bruce Cole to depart the National Endowment for the Humanities
The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has announced that Chairman Bruce Cole will leave the Endowment to join the American Revolution Center as its President and CEO, effective in January 2009. more >
Cinemagic entertains, educates and inspires the young
Speaking at the launch in the Movie House Cinema, Dublin Road the Minister added: “Cinemagic’s festival now in its 18th year, is a very important event in the festival calendar, as the largest children and young peoples’ film event in the UK and Ireland. more >
Draft children in art protocols released
The Australia Council for the Arts today made a consultation draft of its protocol for working with children in art available for public comment. more >
Appointment of Funarte’s new President
Juca Ferreira, Minister of Culture, will appoint the actor Sérgio Mamberti as President of Brazil’s National Foundation for Arts (Funarte), on November 17th. more >
Posse na Funarte
Na próxima segunda-feira, 17 de novembro, o ministro da Cultura, Juca Ferreira, empossará o ator Sérgio Mamberti no cargo de presidente da Fundação Nacional de Artes. more >
Campbell launches ‘The Art Factory’ in Londonderry
The Art Factory will be used to produce large or medium size art projects such as puppets, carnival pieces, sculptures or artwork. It will also be used as an arts training workshop where classes in all types of art can be held. Speaking at the event the Minister said: “The Art Factory is a prime example of how community-led regeneration initiatives can work to the benefit of the local community and wider city. more >
White House announces 2008 National Medal of Arts recipients
President George W. Bush today announced the recipients of the 2008 National Medal of Arts. Nine medals were presented by the President and Mrs. Laura Bush in an East Room ceremony at the White House. The National Medal of Arts is a White House initiative managed by the National Endowment for the Arts. more >
IMLS and China strengthen cross-cultural connections
The U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the Ministry of Culture of the People’s Republic of China signed an agreement establishing the Partnership for Cultural Exchange between museum, library, archive, and information services at a November 16 ceremony at the Library of Congress. more >
€347,000 in funding awarded through the Music Capital Scheme
A total of €347,000 has been awarded to professional musicians, non-professional performing groups and community-based organisations involved in supporting music practice in their area for the purchase of musical instruments and rehearsal equipment. more >
Bush bestows Presidential Citizens Medal on IMLS directors Radice, Martin
President George W. Bush conferred the Presidential Citizens Medal on Anne-Imelda Radice, Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and Robert Martin, former IMLS Director, on November 17, 2008. more >
Mrs. Laura Bush honors 19 arts and humanities programs for under served youth
Young people from the U.S., Mexico, China, and Egypt who engage in outstanding after-school and out-of-school arts and humanities programs were honored by Mrs. Laura Bush at a ceremony for the 2008 Coming Up Taller Awards. more >
Awards celebrate Pacific excellence in the arts
New Zealand's Pacific artists were honoured at the Creative New Zealand Arts Pasifika Awards 2008 in Manukau City tonight. The awards are an opportunity for Creative New Zealand to encourage and celebrate excellence in Pacific arts in New Zealand. more >
Singapore Biennale 2008 engaged audiences with accessible artworks
Capturing the imagination of the young and old and exploding preconceived ideas of contemporary art, SB2008 gave visitors the opportunity to come up close and personal with 137 pieces of exciting and accessible artworks by 66 artists from 36 countries and regions, including Singapore. more >
Closer collaboration between UK and Moroccan film-makers
An era of closer collaboration between UK and Moroccan film-makers is expected when a new film co-production agreement between the two countries takes effect next year. more >
World experts meet to boost creative industries
Internationally renowned creative business leaders will meet in Liverpool tonight to drive forward an ambitious new programme to support and develop the UK’s multi-billion pound creative economy. more >
5th Vietnam Cultural Heritage Festival opens
The opening ceremony of the Vietnam Cultural Heritage Festival will take place at the Vietnam Culture-Art Exhibition Centre in Hanoi tonight, November 21, with a show featuring the culture of Hue ancient capital. more >
Genee international ballet competition 2009
Singapore is set to gain the international spotlight in 2009 as it hosts the prestigious Genée International Ballet Competition for the first time in the competition’s 78-year history. more >
Arts Council supports new initiative for cultural sector
A new format for the 2008 – 2009 Link Initiative has been launched by Mary Trainor, Director of Arts & Business and Nick Livingston, Director of Strategic Development, Arts Council of Northern Ireland. The programme is now entering its eighth year and has been specifically designed to meet the development needs of senior managers working within the cultural sector of Northern Ireland. more >
Search is underway for first Poet Laureate of the 21st century
The time has come to begin the search to find a new poet Laureate, the first for the 21st century. Culture Secretary Andy Burnham today announced that preparations for the appointment are underway, with the Department for Culture, Media and Sport consulting widely in the poetry sector. more >
Crafts Council launches major new funding initiative, 'The Fifty: Fifty Programme'
The Crafts Council is delighted to announce the launch of a major new initiative, The Fifty:Fifty Programme. This new collaborative exhibition scheme seeks organisations to work with the Crafts Council to develop ambitious and challenging exhibitions. more >
Judges appointed for 2009 New Zealand Post Book Awards
Writer and former children’s librarian Bill Nagelkerke, Children’s Literature Consultant Rosemary Tisdall, and children’s editor and career bookseller Jenni Keestra, are the three people who have been chosen to judge the 2009 New Zealand Post Book Awards. more >
December 2008
Arts Council funding helps re-generate Mosside
A range of creative, community art work and sculpture at Mosside village, Moyle was unveiled (28 November), as Peter Robinson, MLA, Roisín McDonough, Chief Executive of the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and other funders celebrated Mosside Development Group’s Regeneration Project. more >
An integrated approach is required for a successful movement of heritage preservation and promotion
The Culture and Tourism Minister Smt. Ambika Soni has said that an integrated approach is required for a successful movement of heritage preservation and promotion. more >
Andy Burnham launches debate on the future designation of World Heritage Sites in the UK
From the lofty spires of Westminster Abbey to the rugged beauty of the Giant’s Causeway and the Causeway Coast, how best do we protect the UK’s World Heritage Sites? asks a consultation launched today by Culture Secretary Andy Burnham. more >
Research note on women artists: 1990 to 2005
A new National Endowment for the Arts research note shows that women are making gains in traditionally male artist occupations, but still earn less than male artists. Women Artists: 1990-2005 takes a closer look at female artist employment trends that were previously mentioned in the May 2008 NEA report Artists in the Workforce: 1990-2005. more >
Arts Council proud to win a ‘PRide’ award
The Arts Council of Northern Ireland has been awarded a Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) Gold ‘PRide Award’ for their ‘Keep our Arts Alive’ Campaign. The campaign, winning Gold in the ‘Public Affairs’ category, successfully secured a £7.55 million uplift for the Arts from the Northern Ireland National budget 2008-2011. more >
21st Century financing for the arts and creative industries in Scotland Study – invitation to tender
The Creative Scotland Transition Project, the Scottish Arts Council and Scottish Screen, in partnership with Scottish Government, would like to commission a review of financial investment mechanisms needed for investment in the arts and creative industries in Scotland in the 21st century. more >
New policy on the relationship of art, architecture and the built environment
A new policy to support art, architecture and the built environment is to be developed by Arts Council England following a comprehensive review of Architecture Week. more >
Joint WAPA and Creu Cymru Conference at Theatr Brycheiniog
The conference will bring together members of Creu Cymru, the Development Agency for Theatres and Arts Centres for Wales and WAPA, the Wales Association of Performing Arts. Creu Cymru is the voice of Welsh theatres and arts centre in the country, whilst WAPA represents the producing companies within Wales. more >
A day at the country to explore cutting edge rural art
Can artists be cutting edge in the countryside? Is sophistication only found in cities? Does Powys art have to be picturesque? more >
Invitation to tender: 21st Century financing for the arts and creative industries in Scotland Study
The Creative Scotland Transition Project, the Scottish Arts Council and Scottish Screen, in partnership with Scottish Government, would like to commission a review of financial investment mechanisms needed for investment in the arts and creative industries in Scotland in the 21st century. more >
Theatre as an excellent tool for schools
Theatre is an excellent tool to convey messages to students, teachers, parents and the general public, is the message being sent by the Directorate of School Counselling at the Ministry of Education (MINED). more >
Pamela Rogers, former Arts Council Director dies aged 85
It is with sadness that the Arts Council notes the death of one of its previous directors. Pamela Rogers joined the Arts Council of Northern Ireland during the early years of The Troubles, in 1972. She died on Sunday 30th November 2008, aged 85. more >
Instituto Nacional de Cultura anuncia la realización de dos congresos macroregionales de cultura durante año 2009
Primer Congreso Nacional de Políticas Culturales culmina con trascendental impulso a la descentralización. more >
National Culture Institute announces two Macro-regional Congresses on Culture in 2009
The First Cultural Policy National Congress concludes with significant support for decentralization. more >
Future support for literary infrastructure
The Australia Council for the Arts is improving its support for Australia’s literary infrastructure. more >
Export blocks save outstanding cultural treasures for the UK public
A copy of the warrant for the execution of Mary Queen of Scots; a portrait of General Wolfe; a medieval decorated manuscript roll of arms and a brass astrolabe quadrant are some of the important cultural objects which have been saved for the nation in one year. more >
Use creativity for employment creation
The Honourable Minister of Tourism, Culture and National Orientation, Prince Adetokunbo Kayode has called on the Creative Sector industries to use their creativity as a catalyst for creating employment and promoting national cohesion. more >
Arts Council England puts dance on the map
Arts Council England has launched its biggest ever consultation on dance and is inviting everyone involved in the art form to have their say. more >
Speech by Dr Lee Boon Yang at the MICA annual press cocktail reception
MICA’s two major challenges next year would be to sustain the emerging creative industries and nurture the arts during the economic downturn more >
Nominations to big ‘A’ awards 2009
Arts Access Aotearoa is seeking nominations for the Big ‘A’ Awards 2009, presented every year to celebrate the outstanding achievements of individuals and organisations enhancing the artistic lives of marginalised people in New Zealand. more >
Campbell announces Chair of the Northern Ireland Library Authority
Welcoming the appointment of Dr Elliott, Minister Campbell said: “We are entering a new era for public libraries with the creation, in April next year, of one library service across Northern Ireland, and the transfer of responsibility to the Library Authority." more >
Crafting a new wave of work
An eco-friendly textile company and a ceramist inspired by the Far East have each received financial support to develop their work. Edinburgh-based ceramist Frances Priest was awarded a £10,000 Creative Development award to allow her to incorporate the rich patterns and imagery of the Far East into her work. more >
Winners of 2008 National Chinese Music Competition
After two weeks of intense competition, the National Arts Council is pleased to announce the winners of the 2008 National Chinese Music Competition. Total cash prizes for this year’s competition amounted to $68,700. more >
Documentos de Políticas Culturales
Las políticas culturales son las grandes definiciones que asume el país para orientar los procesos y acciones en el campo cultural, a través de la concertación y la activa participación del Estado, las entidades privadas, las organizaciones de la sociedad civil y los grupos comunitarios. more >
Cultural Policy Documents
Cultural policies are the overarching definitions that a country assumes to guide the processes and actions in the cultural field, through common agreement and the active participation of the State, private organizations, civil society and community groups. more >
Caledonia and Catalonia collaborate
The links between Scotland and Catalonia were strengthened today in a meeting between Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond and the President of Catalonia Jose Montilla Aguilera, held in Barcelona's Palau de la Generalitat. more >
Se constituyó el Consejo Federal de Cultura
El Consejo Federal de Cultura, derogado por la última dictadura militar en 1978, fue restituido el lunes 15 de diciembre por la Asamblea Federal, compuesta por los funcionarios de cultura provinciales. more >
Constitution of the Federal Culture Council
The Federal Assembly, made up of provincial culture civil servants, restored, on December 15, the Federal Culture Council that had been abolished by the military dictatorship in 1978. more >
Australia Council releases children in art protocols
The Australia Council for the Arts has released its protocols for artists working with children. more >
Announcement of new Smash Palace Initiative
The fund will support projects that engage New Zealanders about the role of research, science and technology in supporting innovation and support the development of high-quality, innovative and culturally diverse art works. more >
National Heritage Board launches first online gaming competition to boost heritage- awareness among youths.
An online gaming competition entitled Mission Darkstar - Heritage Gaming Redefined has just been launched. Mission Darkstar aims to reach out to the younger generation aged between 17 and 35. Competitors will have to incorproate parts of Singapore's history and heritage into their game designs. more >
Dame Liz Forgan to be Chair of Arts Council England
Dame Liz Forgan has been appointed as Chair of Arts Council England, Culture Secretary Andy Burnham announced today. more >
Arts Council’s launch of annual review helps to debunk myths around funding
More than half of the Arts Council’s main funding goes directly to the most deprived areas of Northern Ireland. This is just one of the findings of analysis revealed today at the launch of the Arts Council’s Annual Review, 2007/8. more >
Arts Council Director welcomes new Arts Council members
The Director of the Arts Council, Mary Cloake, today welcomed Pat Moylan as chairperson of the Arts Council, as well as new Council members. more >
Appointment of Chairperson of the Board of National Museums Northern Ireland
Mr Daniel E Harvey has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Board of National Museums Northern Ireland for a period of five years from 1 January 2009 to 31 December 2013. more >
New Zealand venues chosen for prestigious Venice Biennale
Creative New Zealand has secured venues for the New Zealand exhibitions at the 2009 Venice Biennale. more >
Culture Secretary says ‘thank you’ to Liverpool on a fantastic year as capital of culture
Culture Secretary Andy Burnham today said ‘thank you’ to Liverpool on delivering an inspirational programme of arts and culture throughout its period as Liverpool Capital of Culture. more >
Consultation on draft Indigenous art code of conduct
A draft commercial code of conduct for the Indigenous art industry is available for public comment. more >
Nun apoyó el proyecto de una Ley Nacional de Música
El secretario de Cultura de la Nación, José Nun, manifestó su apoyo al proyecto de la Ley Nacional de Música, en una audiencia que mantuvo el jueves 18 de diciembre con diversas organizaciones de músicos, nucleadas en la Federación Independiente de Músicos Argentinos (FIMA). more >
Secretary for Culture supports the project of a National Law for Music
José Nun declared his support for the project of a National Law for Music at a hearing held on Thursday, December 18th with various music organizations, coordinated by the Independent Federation of Argentinean Musicians (FIMA). more >
Making solid ground for Indigenous arts infrastructure
A report summarising consultations on the Australia Council’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts key organisations has been released. more >
Working together
Responses invited for the Draft Compact between the Arts Council of Wales and the Voluntary Cultural Sector in Wales - 'Working Together'
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The NCCA web site has been declared a finalist in the 11th Philippine Web Awards
The 11th Philippine Web Awards is an award-giving body that annually recognizes the best Filipino created web sites and honors the team behind them. more >
Regulatory review of digital broadcasting
The purpose of the regulatory review of digital broadcasting is to examine the current environment and emerging market and technology developments to ensure the regulatory regime for broadcasting is up-to-date and future-proofed for the converging environment. The review was requested by Cabinet in May 2006 when taking decisions to support the transition to digital television. more >
Speech by the Minister of Culture and Tourism on the launch of www.wisatamelayu.com
WisataMelayu.com is a portal or database of all tourism destinations in the Malay areas encompassing Nusantara (Malay Archipelago) and all countries from all over the world having Malay cultural background. The tourism destinations published on this portal are compiled from all countries which are assumed that Malay civilization had/has ever developed in those countries. more >
Cuban Culture Minister ratifies the values of the Cuban cultural policies
The main features of the cultural policy of the Revolution, which is celebrating its 50 anniversary, with priority in the defence of the nation and an open university, were highlighted by relevant figures of Cuban culture. more >
‘Cultural Symposiums’ organised nine Regional Culture Councils in 2008
Cultural Symposiums 2008, an initiative of the Vice Ministry of Cultural Development, for more than six months, reached the nine regional capitals of Bolivia with art, music, theatre and, above all, debate. more >
Jornadas Culturales 2008 logró articular nueve consejos departamentales de cultura
Jornadas Culturales 2008, una iniciativa del Viceministerio de Desarrollo de Culturas, a lo largo de más de medio año llegó a las nueve capitales departamentales nuestro país con arte, música, teatro y sobre todo generó debate. more >
Cultural tourism, the Arts and Film - part of what we are
Arts, culture and film are the creative sectors of our economy. These sectors are primary economic contributors, real businesses, enduring employers and the backbone that defines us as a cultural and tourist destination. Overall, the arts, culture and creative industry sectors employed an estimated 46,000 people in 2008. more >
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