Utilising the proven benefits of arts and cultural engagement and, harnessing Renfrewshireās unique and storied creative and cultural history has been at the heart of Renfrewshire Councilās strategy of cultural and creative investment over the past years.
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Another wee while has flown by since the last slightly random summary of CCSE blog activity; we have tentatively emerged from COVID restriction, endured unusual summer heat and enjoyed another season of outdoor sports.
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A few weeks ago, we hosted our annual CCSE symposium online, it was the second such event of a busy week but our excellent speaking line ups and engaging and thought provoking keynote and panels ensured a great afternoon.
Continue reading “CCSE Annual Symposium Recap: Localism: Re-evaluating the Future of Culture, Events and Tourism”
Our Spirit of London 2012 and Local Trust funded research project examining the social value of community events was completed at the end of last year.
Continue reading “The Anniversary Of London 2012 Olympic Games ā The Social Value Of Events?”
The Grand Conversaziones series ā part of the currently ongoing Paisley Exhibition ā kicked off on the second Friday in February with a frank and fascinating exploration of Paisleyās Present.
Continue reading “Donāt Just Patch ā Have a Revolution / Begin by Sewing on a Button šŖ” š§µ”
Matt Bakerās post on a New Approach to Culture in Scotland asks ā āperhaps it is time to ask a fundamental question about the way we do culture in Scotland? Could we consciously support a culture of participation and popular ownership of culture as a key part of our national toolkit towards a just transition from both Covid and Climate Change?ā
We know that arts and cultural participation leads to a range of positive outcomes for children and young people, both in terms of their cognitive development and their wellbeing.
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he delayed COP26 summit is to begin on the last day of October, amid the road closures and the rail strikes, the challenges of social distancing and ā perhaps ā of Scottish weather in autumn, over 30,000 attendees representing over 200 countries, businesses, NGOs and other groups will meet and attempt to advance the aims of the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change.
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As the new academic year pick up pace, we find ourselves tentatively adjusting to something of a return to a more conventional office life. Albeit one in which venturing out in public my still result in failure to recognise someone youāve known for years on account of only being able to see half of their face!
Continue reading “CCSE: A (half) Year in Review”
The global COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant changes to the way we live our lives and interact with others. This was only too evident with national lockdowns putting an end to all but essential contact in early 2020.
Continue reading “The Future of Events ā A New CPD Programme for Event Practitioners”
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns, many museums developed and put in place online digital offerings. This prompted quite a lot of hand-wringing and self-reflection across the sector, as well as for me personally.
Continue reading “Big Questions & Resourceful Answers: V&A Dundeeās Covid 19 Response”
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns, many museums developed and put in place online digital offerings. This prompted quite a lot of handwringing and self-reflection across the sector, as well as for me personally. I immediately felt slightly guilty ā what is the point of a museum? Is it really that important? Is it relevant? Who are we for? Why are we here?
Continue reading “Big Questions & Resourceful Answers: V&A Dundeeās Covid 19 Response”