National Arts Agency News in June 2008
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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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
New Chief Executive for the Arts Council of Wales
Nick Capaldi is the new Chief Executive of the Arts Council of Wales. 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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
Artists In The Workforce Study
The NEA has released the first nationwide look at artists’ demographic and employment patterns in the 21st century. 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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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