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As part of our on-going advocacy work we recently teamed with the Amsterdam located BIMHUIS in organising a concert of the fine Syrian clarinettist Kinan Azmeh and his ensemble, Hewar - an amazingly fresh offering of Arabic, jazz, scat, opera and classical music. Preceding the concert, we launched the book 'Cultural Policies in Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Syria and Tunisia', with an interesting interview session led by the distinguished author Abdelkader Benali.
Director of ECF, Katherine Watson hosted the evening and presented the publication to Abdelkader Benali. The publication is an introduction to the realities of public cultural administration and policymaking Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Syria and Tunisia. It was described by Abdelkander Benali as “an instrument for true change.”
At the same time, the European Commission has published an extensive report “Towards a Strategy for culture in the Mediterranean region”. Ministers of Culture of the Euromediterranean Partnership launched the process in May 2008 with an aim to have a demand driven strategy responding to the needs of the countries in both the public authorities and civil society. Go here to download the report.
The concert and book launch was produced by ECF, Culture Resource (Al Mawred Al Thaqafy), Stichting DOEN and Boekmanstichting as part of our commitment to work across Europe and its neighbouring regions to inspire change through arts and culture. Visit this page for more information on our advocacy work.
Director of ECF, Katherine Watson hosted the evening and presented the publication to Abdelkader Benali. The publication is an introduction to the realities of public cultural administration and policymaking Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Syria and Tunisia. It was described by Abdelkander Benali as “an instrument for true change.”
At the same time, the European Commission has published an extensive report “Towards a Strategy for culture in the Mediterranean region”. Ministers of Culture of the Euromediterranean Partnership launched the process in May 2008 with an aim to have a demand driven strategy responding to the needs of the countries in both the public authorities and civil society. Go here to download the report.
The concert and book launch was produced by ECF, Culture Resource (Al Mawred Al Thaqafy), Stichting DOEN and Boekmanstichting as part of our commitment to work across Europe and its neighbouring regions to inspire change through arts and culture. Visit this page for more information on our advocacy work.
Cultural Policies in Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Syria and Tunisia
Interesting dynamics are at play on the cultural scene in Arab countries. An independent sector is emerging, which opens up space for contemporary artists and has an impact on the role and accountability of governments in cultural life. Cultural Policies in Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Syria and Tunisia provides an introduction to the realities of public cultural administration and policymaking. A pioneering tool for policymakers and practitioners, both in the region and in the West.
With a foreword by Odile Chenal and Philipp Dietachmair (ECF) and an introduction by Basma El Husseiny (Culture Resource, Al Mawred Al Thaqafy). This publication has been produced by ECF, Boekmanstichting and Culture Resource (Al Mawred Al Thaqafy) and can be ordered at Boekmanstudies, Amsterdam.
Interesting dynamics are at play on the cultural scene in Arab countries. An independent sector is emerging, which opens up space for contemporary artists and has an impact on the role and accountability of governments in cultural life. Cultural Policies in Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Syria and Tunisia provides an introduction to the realities of public cultural administration and policymaking. A pioneering tool for policymakers and practitioners, both in the region and in the West.
With a foreword by Odile Chenal and Philipp Dietachmair (ECF) and an introduction by Basma El Husseiny (Culture Resource, Al Mawred Al Thaqafy). This publication has been produced by ECF, Boekmanstichting and Culture Resource (Al Mawred Al Thaqafy) and can be ordered at Boekmanstudies, Amsterdam.
ECF is a catalyst that builds bridges through culture. We have long focused on strengthening collaboration within countries, between countries and across Europe.
We will continue to invest in the next generation of cultural organisations and actors in EU neighbourhood countries by helping develop their capacities and build networks through 2010 to 2012. This process aims to enrich Europe by connecting the voices, skills and potential of those who often feel disconnected with the rest of Europe.
Our European Neighbourhood programme works through close collaboration with local partners and involves:
- Building a network of individuals and cultural organisations working for change in specific neighbourhood countries (Ukraine, Moldova, Belarus and Turkey), who can act as hubs within their artistic communities
- Stimulating co-development among these hubs as well as connections with EU-based art communities and political institutions
- Enabling local cultural communities to articulate their policy needs at all levels – from regional to European
If you would like further information on the European Neighbourhood programme contact:
Philipp Dietachmair, EU Neighbourhood Programme Manager: pdietachmair[@]eurocult.org
Dilia Ham, EU Neighbourhood Project Officer: dham[@]eurocult.org