National Arts Agency News in January 2008
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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 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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
National Endowment for the Arts Opera Honors
For the first time in 25 years, the NEA creates new lifetime achievement award. 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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
Government of Canada launches podcast website
The Government of Canada has released an online directory of Canadian cultural podcasts. 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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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