Week 1
What is culture?
What is policy?
What is cultural policy?
What are its main characteristics as a policy field?
Week 2
What are the main actors of cultural policy?
What are its main levels?
What are its main goals?
Week 3
What is the historical approach to cultural policy?
What is the neo-institutionalist approach to cultural policy?
What are the main models of arts support towards the arts?
Week 4
Why do some cultural policy scholars suggest that the state should support market trends?
Why do some Cultural policy scholars suggest that the state should correct them?
Week 5
Why do some scholars see Cultural Policy as resulting from the contentious negotiation
between two social spheres: the state and the cultural realm?
Why do some Cultural Policy scholars argue that cultural policies contribute to governing
citizen behavior?
Week 6
What is cultural diplomacy?
What is cultural relations?
Why do some authors say that there is a link between culture and development?
Week 7
What is copyright? What are the tensions that structure the relations between copyright,
creation and originality?
What are the main specifics of culture in trade terms?
What is the main instrument that supports cultural diversity internationally?
,Week 1: Introduction: Cultural policy as a field
Durrer, V., Miler, T., O’Brien, D. (2017). Towards global cultural policy studies. Routledge
- The motto of the European Union is "United in Diversity". It makes references to Europe's
history, geography, values, and cultural, and humanistic legacy. It highlights how culture is
charged with fostering cooperation while symbolizing and respecting individuality and
diversity.
- Dunner drew attention to the necessity to account for the growing globalization of cultural
policy and move beyond the Eurocentric viewpoints that have dominated studies of the
subject. Authors emphasize the intricacy of cultural policy-making, which encompasses
several institutions and players acting at various levels and in various fields.
- 3 challenges facing cultural policy studies: increasing globalization, complexity of policy
making and addressing power imbalances in cultural sector
- To address these challenges, they suggest a framework for researching global cultural
policies that involves looking at how various actors interact with one another across many
levels (local, national) and sectors (private, public). With the help of this paradigm, we may
better appreciate the complexity involved in crafting cultural policies and create possibilities
to advance more equitable cultural policymaking.
- The paper emphasizes the significance of a global viewpoint in cultural policy studies. The
suggested framework provides a method for studying cultural policy that takes into
consideration both the inequalities in power within the cultural sector and the diversity of
cultural policy-making around the globe.
- The article emphasizes the need for a more versatile and global approach to cultural policy
studies that considers the varied and linked structure of cultural policy-making in the
contemporary setting.
Culture: shared beliefs, values, symptoms that characterize a society or group of people. A way of
life that includes the sum of learned behavior which will be passed down generations. It is a way of
life. A professional sector of arts, music and creative industries (commercial side).
Policy: procedures or ideas that serve as a base for decision making. It refers to rules or guidelines
formulated by governments or organizations to attain particular objectives.
Cultural policy: field that supports and promotes cultural activities, arts and heritage. It entails
creating and putting into action laws, regulations, and programs that assist in the creation,
dissemination, and preservation of cultural products and services. Was developed by UNESCO in
the 1960s. Cultural policies support the development, preservation, and worldwide and national
exchange of arts and culture. The goal of the multifaceted field of cultural policy is to encourage and
foster cultural variety, innovation, and economic progress while also advancing the general welfare
and international relations. Politics of culture.
Main characteristics as a policy field:
, - Diversity: cultural policy acknowledges and encourages the variety of cultural practices within
a society. The expression of cultural identities and traditions is meant to be supported and
safeguarded.
- Collaboration: Collaboration between a variety of stakeholders, such as government entities,
artists, cultural groups, and the general public, is required for cultural policy.
- International Relations: Cultural policy can enable cultural exchanges and advance
intercultural understanding and collaboration
- Public interest: generally aims to further the common good by making sure that all societal
members have access to cultural resources.
- Economic impact: Cultural policy aims to encourage the expansion and development of the
cultural sectors while also acknowledging their economic importance.
- Access
What is a successful cultural policy: An effective cultural policy is a collection of tactics used by
authorities, groups, or institutions to support and advance cultural growth, and sustainability. The
goal of the policy should be to foster an environment that supports creative expression and
innovation while also protecting the community's cultural legacy. Characteristics: inclusivity (equal
opportunities and resources), Accessibility (regardless of status or disability), preservation (protect
artifacts and traditions), innovation (encourage innovation, provide resources)
Higgins (2021). Opinion: An atmosphere of threat lingers over the arts and is created by its
environment. The Guardian.
Summary
- Higgins claims that recent steps taken by the UK government have made many who work in
the arts sector feel threatened and anxious during Covid 19
- Since culture has been so politicized, artists fear that if their work does not support the
political agenda of the government,they might be neglected or banned.
- Higgins argues that the government has created an insecure environment for artists and they
should protect the cultural sector and artistic freedom (bc it is a principal element of artistic
freedom of expression and artists should fear censorship. Freedom is crucial because the
opportunity to experiment with novel concepts, question conventional wisdom, and spark
discussion. W/O freedom society could become less creative and receptive to new ideas)
Fruits of peace: The return of the arts and culture was to be one of the benefits of peace and a way
of life worth defending. Cultivating the "fruits of peace" through cultural policy is a crucial step in
building a society where people can appreciate one another's diversity and cooperate to achieve
common objectives. Peaceful cultural policies. Promote cultural understanding and respect. Greater
social cohesion and harmony. For ex. Cultural exchange programs and outreach programs
(Cervantes Institute).
Arm’s Length: notion that professionals in the area, as opposed to politicians or bureaucrats,
should administer cultural institutions. By adhering to this idea, cultural institutions can function
without interference from political or ideological factors and on the basis of artistic value. “It is about
respect, decency, maturity, dignity, and a certain amount of abstinence”. Is an essential idea in
cultural policy that supports cultural organizations' autonomy and independence while also fostering
What is culture?
What is policy?
What is cultural policy?
What are its main characteristics as a policy field?
Week 2
What are the main actors of cultural policy?
What are its main levels?
What are its main goals?
Week 3
What is the historical approach to cultural policy?
What is the neo-institutionalist approach to cultural policy?
What are the main models of arts support towards the arts?
Week 4
Why do some cultural policy scholars suggest that the state should support market trends?
Why do some Cultural policy scholars suggest that the state should correct them?
Week 5
Why do some scholars see Cultural Policy as resulting from the contentious negotiation
between two social spheres: the state and the cultural realm?
Why do some Cultural Policy scholars argue that cultural policies contribute to governing
citizen behavior?
Week 6
What is cultural diplomacy?
What is cultural relations?
Why do some authors say that there is a link between culture and development?
Week 7
What is copyright? What are the tensions that structure the relations between copyright,
creation and originality?
What are the main specifics of culture in trade terms?
What is the main instrument that supports cultural diversity internationally?
,Week 1: Introduction: Cultural policy as a field
Durrer, V., Miler, T., O’Brien, D. (2017). Towards global cultural policy studies. Routledge
- The motto of the European Union is "United in Diversity". It makes references to Europe's
history, geography, values, and cultural, and humanistic legacy. It highlights how culture is
charged with fostering cooperation while symbolizing and respecting individuality and
diversity.
- Dunner drew attention to the necessity to account for the growing globalization of cultural
policy and move beyond the Eurocentric viewpoints that have dominated studies of the
subject. Authors emphasize the intricacy of cultural policy-making, which encompasses
several institutions and players acting at various levels and in various fields.
- 3 challenges facing cultural policy studies: increasing globalization, complexity of policy
making and addressing power imbalances in cultural sector
- To address these challenges, they suggest a framework for researching global cultural
policies that involves looking at how various actors interact with one another across many
levels (local, national) and sectors (private, public). With the help of this paradigm, we may
better appreciate the complexity involved in crafting cultural policies and create possibilities
to advance more equitable cultural policymaking.
- The paper emphasizes the significance of a global viewpoint in cultural policy studies. The
suggested framework provides a method for studying cultural policy that takes into
consideration both the inequalities in power within the cultural sector and the diversity of
cultural policy-making around the globe.
- The article emphasizes the need for a more versatile and global approach to cultural policy
studies that considers the varied and linked structure of cultural policy-making in the
contemporary setting.
Culture: shared beliefs, values, symptoms that characterize a society or group of people. A way of
life that includes the sum of learned behavior which will be passed down generations. It is a way of
life. A professional sector of arts, music and creative industries (commercial side).
Policy: procedures or ideas that serve as a base for decision making. It refers to rules or guidelines
formulated by governments or organizations to attain particular objectives.
Cultural policy: field that supports and promotes cultural activities, arts and heritage. It entails
creating and putting into action laws, regulations, and programs that assist in the creation,
dissemination, and preservation of cultural products and services. Was developed by UNESCO in
the 1960s. Cultural policies support the development, preservation, and worldwide and national
exchange of arts and culture. The goal of the multifaceted field of cultural policy is to encourage and
foster cultural variety, innovation, and economic progress while also advancing the general welfare
and international relations. Politics of culture.
Main characteristics as a policy field:
, - Diversity: cultural policy acknowledges and encourages the variety of cultural practices within
a society. The expression of cultural identities and traditions is meant to be supported and
safeguarded.
- Collaboration: Collaboration between a variety of stakeholders, such as government entities,
artists, cultural groups, and the general public, is required for cultural policy.
- International Relations: Cultural policy can enable cultural exchanges and advance
intercultural understanding and collaboration
- Public interest: generally aims to further the common good by making sure that all societal
members have access to cultural resources.
- Economic impact: Cultural policy aims to encourage the expansion and development of the
cultural sectors while also acknowledging their economic importance.
- Access
What is a successful cultural policy: An effective cultural policy is a collection of tactics used by
authorities, groups, or institutions to support and advance cultural growth, and sustainability. The
goal of the policy should be to foster an environment that supports creative expression and
innovation while also protecting the community's cultural legacy. Characteristics: inclusivity (equal
opportunities and resources), Accessibility (regardless of status or disability), preservation (protect
artifacts and traditions), innovation (encourage innovation, provide resources)
Higgins (2021). Opinion: An atmosphere of threat lingers over the arts and is created by its
environment. The Guardian.
Summary
- Higgins claims that recent steps taken by the UK government have made many who work in
the arts sector feel threatened and anxious during Covid 19
- Since culture has been so politicized, artists fear that if their work does not support the
political agenda of the government,they might be neglected or banned.
- Higgins argues that the government has created an insecure environment for artists and they
should protect the cultural sector and artistic freedom (bc it is a principal element of artistic
freedom of expression and artists should fear censorship. Freedom is crucial because the
opportunity to experiment with novel concepts, question conventional wisdom, and spark
discussion. W/O freedom society could become less creative and receptive to new ideas)
Fruits of peace: The return of the arts and culture was to be one of the benefits of peace and a way
of life worth defending. Cultivating the "fruits of peace" through cultural policy is a crucial step in
building a society where people can appreciate one another's diversity and cooperate to achieve
common objectives. Peaceful cultural policies. Promote cultural understanding and respect. Greater
social cohesion and harmony. For ex. Cultural exchange programs and outreach programs
(Cervantes Institute).
Arm’s Length: notion that professionals in the area, as opposed to politicians or bureaucrats,
should administer cultural institutions. By adhering to this idea, cultural institutions can function
without interference from political or ideological factors and on the basis of artistic value. “It is about
respect, decency, maturity, dignity, and a certain amount of abstinence”. Is an essential idea in
cultural policy that supports cultural organizations' autonomy and independence while also fostering
