The compilation “Building the Future” presents selected inspiring projects that had an impact on the cultural transformation in the MENA region in the period from 2011 to 2017. The publication is a joint co-production between long-standing like-minded partners working in and with the region. The aim of the compilation is to showcase the wealth of talent and initiatives beyond the MENA regional borders and share these with the international cultural community. Get inspired and connected!
Read MoreDemocratising cultural policy
During the opening weekend of Leeuwarden - European Capital of Culture 2018 - and in the run up to municipal elections in the Netherlands, the European Cultural Foundation partnered with Netwerk Democratie and Kunsten'92 in organising a workshop how municipalities can successfully involve citizens in cultural policy.
Read MoreCultural and creative spillovers: Research case studies 2016-2017
New report on cultural spillovers by European Research Partnership on Creative and Cultural Spillovers - with four case studies.
Read MoreDiverse City. A co-design workshop. Report
A report on the Diverse City co-design workshop of October 12th.
Read MoreECF and the Erasmus Exchange Programme - 30 years of student exchange
A report about the role of ECF in the development of the Erasmus European Student Exchange Programme.
Read MoreReport on 'Fearless Cities' conference
Vivian Paulissen, ECF’s knowledge manager, attended the Fearless Cities - International Municipalist Summit in Barcelona in June 2017, and wrote a report on this inspiring and even 'historic event'.
Read MoreCO–MAKING THE CITY: Ideas from the Innovative City Development meeting
We need to co-make our cities together: institutions collaborating with local people. This report presents the outcome of the Innovative City development meeting in Madrid in March 2017.
Read MoreIndicator Framework on Culture and Democracy
You can now download a PDF version of the Indicator Framework on Culture and Democracy from our Library. Developed by the Council of Europe in partnership with the Hertie School of Governance and ECF, this publication investigates the link between culture and a democratic, open and trusting society.
Read MoreEvaluation report: Connected Action for the Commons
We are happy to share the evaluation report for our Connected Action for the Commons programme.
Read MoreEvaluation report: Idea Camp
We are happy to share the evaluation report for one of our main programmes: the Idea Camp.
Read MoreJury Report: 2017 ECF Princess Margriet Award for Culture
The 2017 ECF Princess Margriet Award for Culture has been presented on 9 May 2017 (Europe Day) in cultural centre Paradiso, Amsterdam. Download a copy of the Jury report.
Read MorePeace through Culture – a citizens’ dialogue
In the light of the ECF Princess Margriet Award for Culture, ECF has organised an interactive dialogue called Peace through Culture – a citizens’ dialogue, on 10 May in the Peace Palace, The Hague. Read the detailed report by Bas Lafleur.
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