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BlogTefaf Summit 2025: Reimagining Philanthropy — New Models for Private Funding in the Arts
mars 18, 2025

Tefaf Summit 2025: Reimagining Philanthropy — New Models for Private Funding in the Arts

What happens when collectors, philanthropists, and cultural leaders gather in Maastricht to rethink how the arts can be funded? You get Tefaf Summit 2025, a dynamic meeting of minds where…
Naima Chikhi
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BlogEchoes of Heritage: The 2025 Islamic Arts Biennale
janvier 27, 2025

Echoes of Heritage: The 2025 Islamic Arts Biennale

A Gateway to cultural dialogue Few spaces embody the rhythm of human journeys quite like airports—sites of farewells, reunions, and profound transformation. This symbolism resonates powerfully with the 2025 Islamic…
Naima Chikhi
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BlogParis Olympic Games Opening Ceremony: A Cultural Spectacle of Unity and Creativity
juillet 29, 2024

Paris Olympic Games Opening Ceremony: A Cultural Spectacle of Unity and Creativity

The Paris Olympic Games opening ceremony was a breathtaking celebration of art, history, and the Olympic spirit. Merging iconic French cultural heritage with modern innovation, the ceremony set a dazzling…
Naima Chikhi
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BlogVenice 2024: Culture at the Crossroads of Identity, Innovation, and Impact
mai 31, 2024

Venice 2024: Culture at the Crossroads of Identity, Innovation, and Impact

Subtitle: Reflections on the Venice Biennale and Art for Tomorrow Conference This spring, Venice—the floating city of bridges and biennales—became a global stage for urgent conversations about art, identity, and the…
Naima Chikhi
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BlogUNESCO World Conference on Culture and Arts Education 2024: A Milestone for Global Cultural Progress
février 26, 2024

UNESCO World Conference on Culture and Arts Education 2024: A Milestone for Global Cultural Progress

Subtitle: Key Takeaways from Abu Dhabi on Culture, Education, Capacity-Building, and Collaborative Action Earlier this month, Abu Dhabi hosted the inaugural UNESCO World Conference on Culture and Arts Education, a historic gathering…
Naima Chikhi
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BlogDiriyah Contemporary Art Biennale 2024: A Testament to Art’s Power to Transform
janvier 15, 2024

Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale 2024: A Testament to Art’s Power to Transform

There are moments in life when art doesn’t just speak to you—it grabs you by the shoulders, shakes off the dust of routine, and reminds you why culture matters. For…
Johanna Zhang
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BlogNoor Riyadh 2023: What the World’s Largest Light Art Festival Teaches Us About Culture and Innovation
décembre 3, 2023

Noor Riyadh 2023: What the World’s Largest Light Art Festival Teaches Us About Culture and Innovation

As 2023 draws to a close, Noor Riyadh, the world’s largest light art festival, has once again transformed Saudi Arabia’s capital into a luminous celebration of creativity. Spanning historic sites,…
Johanna Zhang
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BlogRethinking Heritage: Climate, Crowds, and Collaboration in Venice
octobre 15, 2023

Rethinking Heritage: Climate, Crowds, and Collaboration in Venice

Last month, Venice became the epicenter of Europe’s cultural heritage conversation as Europa Nostra, the continent’s leading heritage advocacy network, marked its 60th anniversary with a landmark summit. Held against the…
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BlogWorld Heritage Day 2023: How Cultural Institutions Can Turn Challenges into Catalysts
avril 18, 2023

World Heritage Day 2023: How Cultural Institutions Can Turn Challenges into Catalysts

Every year, World Heritage Day (April 18) offers a moment to reflect on the irreplaceable value of cultural landmarks—and the urgent challenges they face. This year’s theme, “Heritage Changes,” emphasizes adaptation in the face…
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Blog2022 Culture Sector Trends: Shaping the Future of the Arts & Cultural Experiences
décembre 13, 2022

2022 Culture Sector Trends: Shaping the Future of the Arts & Cultural Experiences

Reflecting on 2022, it's clear that the cultural landscape has been undergoing some truly exciting changes. Whether you're a fan of art, music, or community events, this past year has…
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BlogMondiaCult 2022: A Turning Point for Culture—and What It Means for the Sector
novembre 2, 2022

MondiaCult 2022: A Turning Point for Culture—and What It Means for the Sector

Reflections on global dialogue, local Action, and the road ahead Last month in Mexico, UNESCO’s MondiaCult 2022 brought together ministers, policymakers, and cultural leaders from 150+ countries—marking the first global…
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BlogWelcome To The Reflection Room: Shaping Tomorrow’s Cultural Landscapes
octobre 21, 2022

Welcome To The Reflection Room: Shaping Tomorrow’s Cultural Landscapes

Hello, and welcome to The Reflection Room—Actural’s new space for curating ideas, strategies, and conversations that shape the future of culture. Today, we’re proud to launch this platform as a…
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