Re-thinking Cultural Policies

In the cultural field, there are moments when we need to pause, reflect, and imagine new directions. Call to Action was born precisely for this: to propose a deep and plural reflection on how to (re)think cultural policies, starting from the concrete experience lived between 2020 and 2024.

Curated by Giuliana Ciancio, in collaboration with Cristina Carlini and Eleonora De Caroli, the book is the result of Liv.in.g’s work and vision, bringing together contributions from professionals across Europe and the Global South. Its goal? To share insights, strategies, examples, and tools with those working in the sector who are seeking structural, transformative, and inclusive change.

Three sections, a visual timeline, focus groups, and voices from the field: Call to Action is intended for those navigating institutions, networks, and cultural practices who are looking for guidance in an ever-evolving landscape.

👉 It addresses social and climate justice, cultural labour and mobility, collective narratives, and new policies capable of moving beyond outdated logics. All this with a language that is both accessible and rigorous, aimed at cultural workers, researchers, institutions, and engaged citizens.

A dual edition designed to expand accessibility and foster international dialogue.

If you believe that culture can be a political, collective, and transformative tool, Call to Action might be your next point of departure.

Book Profile

Cultural Policy Pathways

Rethinking Cultural Policies in Times of Crisis and Transition

Edited by Giuliana Ciancio
In collaboration with Cristina Carlini and Eleonora De Caroli
Published by Liv.in.g – Live Internationalization Gateway
Language: English
Format: Free downloadable PDF
Available at: www.livingnet.eu

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Cultural Policy Pathways offers a critical and multifaceted reflection on how cultural policies can respond to the complexities of our time. Born out of the post-pandemic context and informed by international cooperation practices, the book maps emerging trends, critical debates, and transformative practices between 2020 and 2024.

With contributions from cultural professionals, researchers, and institutional voices from across Europe and the Global South, the volume explores key themes such as:

• Social and climate justice

• The precariousness of cultural labour

• Cross-border mobility

• Participatory and decentralised policy models

• The role of culture in defending pluralist democracies

Structured in three thematic sections and enriched by a visual timeline, focus group results, and policy recommendations, Cultural Policy Pathways is intended for cultural workers, artists, policy makers, funders, and scholars committed to imagining new futures for cultural governance.

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 Why read this book?
To access diverse, field-based insights on cultural policies
To find tools and inspiration for collaborative and inclusive practices
To engage with an international conversation on the future of culture

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