The European Commission has unveiled its ambitious vision for a European cultural landscape dynamic and integrated with the launch of the Cultural Compass for EuropeThis strategic framework is designed to reshape the Union's cultural policy, ensuring that culture is positioned as a central element in the promotion of European identity, the celebration of its rich diversity and the promotion of artistic excellence.
In a context of uncertainty and constant change at a global level, the European Commission emphasizes that culture acts as a fundamental pillar that It strengthens democracy, social cohesion, competitiveness, and resilience. of the continent. This perspective aligns with the recent findings of the latest Eurobarometer survey on culture, where a resounding 87% of respondents He stated that culture and cultural heritage should occupy a priority place in the Union to strengthen the feeling of European belonging among citizens.
Under the motto "Europe for Culture, Culture for Europe," the Compass aims to maximize the intrinsic benefits of culture. This will be achieved, in part, by promoting the continent's valuable cultural assets. At the same time, the framework will directly address the main obstacles that have hindered the development of cultural and creative industries (CCIs). These challenges include restrictions on artistic expression, precarious livelihoods for artists, inequality in opportunities for cultural participation, and transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the sectors.
The Cultural Compass roadmap will guide EU policies in four key strategic areas:
Defense and Reinforcement: To defend and strengthen European cultural values and rights.
Empowerment: To train artists and cultural professionals, and to provide direct support to people.
Competitiveness and Cohesion: Using culture and cultural heritage as a basis for a more competitive, resilient and cohesive EU.
Global Relations: Promote international cultural relations and partnerships.
The aspirations of this project will be elevated to a formal proposal from the Commission to the European Parliament and the Council, seeking a draft joint declaration that ensures the political appropriation within the framework. Progress within the cultural and creative ecosystem will be monitored through a new report on the state of culture in the EU, with a special focus on the artistic freedom.
New Initiatives on the Horizon
The Cultural Compass comes with a series of new initiatives and specific. A new one stands out Charter of EU Artists whose objective is to ensure fair working conditions for artists and cultural workers. A [missing word - likely "funding" or "funding"] will also be created. European Performing Arts Award and a permanent dialogue will be established with stakeholders in the sector.
In the digital and youth fields, the creation of a EU cultural data center and a network of youth cultural ambassadors To improve young people's access to culture through a voluntary framework for national culture and heritage passes. Finally, a specific AI strategy for the cultural and creative sectors and an update to the EU strategy on international cultural relations will be developed.
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