The Gulbenkian Foundation is proud to have supported the project with seed funding in its infancy, alongside @artscouncilengland.bsky.social, Paul Hamlyn Foundation, @esmeefairbairn.bsky.social and the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority. Learn about the approach: citizensforculture.info

The plan has widespread support from policymakers, local authorities and arts and culture leaders. The novel Citizens Assembly and inclusive process has been described as "a shining example of how we can put communities at the heart of cultural decisions" (Lisa Nandy MP).

Developed over two years by people across West England, the plan makes recommendations for public spaces, schools, local authorities, funders and cultural organisations, aiming to make culture more accessible for all.

Who do you think could win this year's €1 million prize to accelerate their climate work?

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The esteemed Jury include @miguelbaraujo.bsky.social, @pik-potsdam.bsky.social Johan Rockström, Carlos Lopes, @stanforddoerr.bsky.social Rob Jackson, Friendship NGO Runa Khan, @sdiazecology.bsky.social, @cseindia.bsky.social Sunita Narain & Chair, Angela Merkel.

Since 2020 the Jury, chaired by Angela Merkel, has awarded €6 million to accelerate climate action – from ecosystem preservation in Antarctica to sustainable agriculture projects in Egypt and India.
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For over 60 years, the UK Branch has supported British artists & international cultural connections — from building CAM’s British Art collection to supporting projects on migration, identity & belonging.

Read more about our legacy of exchange: tinyurl.com/27eembvb