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Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE)
Organisation which aims to promote a healthy, vibrant and sustainable rural community sector that is well connected to policies and initiatives at national, regional, sub regional and local levels. UK
Americans for the Arts Online Library
Online library which consists of publications, newsletters and Monographs published by Americans for the Arts, all available for free. Subject areas include arts advocacy, arts education, community development and the arts, cultural policy, economics and the arts and public art. USA
Art in the Public Interest (API)
Non-profit organization that provides resources, encourages information exchange, and promotes critical dialogue in the field of community-based arts through the Community Arts Network (CAN) and two print publications.RECOMMENDEDUSA
Artscape
Toronto-based organisation engaged in real estate and program development for the arts and creative sector, and committed to promoting international discussion on the relationship between creativity and place and the connection of arts and economic development.
Banlieues d'Europe
European network of officials, academics, researchers, cultural workers and artists working to move forward thinking about arts and culture as the driving forces of exchange, community reflection, and social inclusion.
Center for Arts and Culture
Based in Washington D.C., this organisation aims to inform and improve policy decisions that affect cultural life through its research, public roundtables, and publishing new voices and perspectives on the arts and culture. USA
Center for Cultural Policy Research
Based at the University of Glasgow, this leading institution in cultural policy research works collaboratively across the disciplines and plays a leading role in developing cultural policy through the provision of rigorous, independent and high quality applied research and commentary. UK
Centre for the Study of Art and Community
Association of creative leaders from business, government and the arts working to build bridges between community, public and private sectors through research, publishing, lectures, and advice on collaborating creatively. USA
Centre for Understanding of the Built Environment
Arts organisation which aims to enable children to learn the value of the built environment and take responsible action in affecting change within their cities. UK
Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE)
Organisation which aims to put design at the heart of government and industry decision-making by highlighting the critical role that the quality of buildings, and the spaces between them, play in a wide range of key policy areas. UK
Common Ground
Bridging the the arts and environmental fields, this organisation focusses upon the positive investment people can make in their own localities and offers ideas and inspiration through publications and projects. UK
Community Action Network (CAN)
Organisation committed to the development, promotion and support of social entrepreneurs, and which engages in high impact and innovative projects on its own and in partnership. UK
Community Arts Forum (CAF)
Umbrella body for community arts in Northern Ireland, with a membership spanning all art forms, which aims to provide greater access to the arts by providing advocacy and networking, training opportunities, research and development. UK
Community Arts Network (CAN)
Global online resource of documentation, articles and criticism relating to community-based artists and organisations working to promote the arts as part of education, political life, health, environmental protection, regeneration, and more. USA
Copenhagen Institute for Future Studies
Institute whose objective is to strengthen the basis for decision-making in public and private organisations by creating awareness of the future and highlighting its importance to the present. EU
Creative City Network
Organisation of people employed by municipalities across Canada working on arts, culture and heritage policy, planning, development and support to foster and sustain more creative cities.
Creative Clusters
Conference and resource network for people working in the development of creative industries, particularly in regeneration and development projects with cultural and economic goals. UK
Cultural Commons
Online resource and meeting space created by the Center for Arts and Culture, designed to attract new thinking about arts and cultural issues, engage a broad audience in exchange of ideas, and provide resources for event participation, employment, research, and collaboration. USA
Cultural Industries Development Agency (CIDA)
Specialist support organisation for the creative and cultural sector whose services to individuals, new and existing businesses and not-for-profit organisations include: advice & training; networking; online directory & e-bulletin; resource centre; and consultancy work. - UK
Culture Shapes Community
Organisation which recognises neighborhood based arts and cultural organisations as unique stakeholders in enhancing poor neighborhoods through programmes that make use of local identity and public space, promote social integration, offer opportunities and empower all to have a strong voice for change. USA
E-Mailout
Hosted by Mailout, the participatory arts magazine, this online resource is aimed at people working creatively in community settings by raising the profile of their work and keeping them in touch with current developments and changes in the field. UK
Economic and Social Research Council
Research funding and training agency that addresses social and economic issues, providing high quality research to business, the public sector, and government. UK
European Forum for the Arts and Heritage (EFAH)
Network of local, national, and European members who seek constructive dialogue with institutions and policymakers, acting to voice concerns and create opportunities that advance the role of culture in Europe. EU
Eventus
Non-profit company which devises and manages creative projects in partnership with organisations and agencies committed to social, economic and environmental improvement. UK
Global Business Network (GBN)
Worldwide membership organisation and scenario and strategy consultancy which engages in a collaborative exploration of the future, creating innovative tools for strategic action and adaptive advantage.
Heads Together
Organisation that uses the arts to inspire potential and achievement in individuals and communities, working within a range of formal and informal learning environments
to develop individually-tailored creative projects. UK
Hybrid Vigor Institute
Research institute which has developed a systematic method for cultivating disciplinary diversity. An ideal Hybrid Vigor topic is one studied by several disciplines and which has great potential for shifts in traditional thinking, and/or future technological developments or breakthroughs. USA
International Federation of Arts Councils and Cultural Agencies (IFACCA)
Global network of national arts funding bodies which aims to benefit artists, arts organisations and communities worldwide through capacity building, improving information exchange and promoting cooperation between arts councils and national arts agencies.
International Futures Forum (IFF)
Established in response to a growing recognition of the complexity, interconnectedness and rapid change in the world, this international network aims to develop innovative ways of working, organising, living, and decision-making. UK
Leadership for a Changing World
Organisation which recognises and promotes leaders bringing positive change to their communities by providing networking, resources and financial support for emerging and established community leaders.
London Voluntary Service Council (LVSC)
Offers support to London Voluntary and Community sector network organisations by learning and sharing best practice; offering advice, publications and training; and creating a common voice to influence policy makers. UK
National Endowment for Science, Technology, and the Arts (NESTA)
Through a range of pioneering programmes, this endowment invests in ground-breaking ideas, working to improve the climate for creativity in the UK, acting as a catalyst for change and helping the UK fulfil its potential. UK
Sound Sense
UK development agency for community music, which promotes the significance and value of community music, and assists the professional development of people practising and participating in it. UK
Sustainable Development Commission (SDC)
UK Government's independent advisory body on sustainable development, working to encourage awareness and effectively address related issues through a network of policy-makers and practitioners. UK
Urban and Economic Development Group
Multi-disciplinary urban regeneration consultancy that combines practical consultancy work for a wide range of clients with research informed by practical experience. Work centres on ten specialties, including urban planning, urban regeneration, sustainability and capacity building. UK
CITIZENSHIP & DIVERSITYAnne Peaker Centre for Arts in Criminal Justice
UK umbrella organisation that promotes the development of the arts within criminal justice settings and works in partnership with Criminal Justice Agencies to effect policy development in relation to the arts. UK
Artlink
Organisation which aims to make the arts accessible and supportive of social inclusion, learning, and action. Runs a variety of short and long term arts programmes in Edinburgh and the Lothians, including art in hospitals and working with people with disabilities. UK
Arts for Global Development
International online network whose mission is to help arts advocates and stakeholders of development collaborate in finding new and complementary ways to improve communities all around the world. Part of UNESCO's Global Alliance for Cultural Diversity.
Center for Intergenerational Learning
Based at Temple University in Philadelphia, this centre aims to strengthen communities by helping organisations integrate intergenerational approaches into their programming, bringing together youth and elders. USA
Centre for Intergenerational Practice (CIP)
Based at the Beth Johnson Foundation, this organisation aims to support the development of intergenerational practice throughout the UK and to promote an understanding of the potential of intergenerational approaches to address social issues. UK
Centre for Media Literacy (CML)
California-based non-profit educational organization that provides public education, professional development and educational resources to help citizens develop critical thinking and media production skills. USA
Citizenship Foundation
Independent charity whose aim is to empower individuals, particularly young people, to engage in the wider community through education about the law, democracy and society. UK
Co-operation Ireland
Non-sectarian charity that promotes peace in Ireland through collaborative projects between people of different religious backgrounds in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. UK
Demos
Think tank focusing on open democracy and the areas of public services, science and technology, cities and public space, people and communities, arts and culture, and global security. Produce media, public events and publications downloadable free from the web. UK
European Cultural Foundation (ECF)
Independent, non-national and pan-European cultural foundation active in culture and the arts and media, which runs programmes, awards grants, and advocates for strong cultural policies in Europe. EU
Institute for Citizenship
Independent charitable trust that promotes active citizenship and greater participation in democracy and society through a combination of community projects, research, education and debate. UK
Institute of International Visual Arts (inIVA) Archive
Extensive digital archive that provides access to the work of contemporary visual artists, critics and curators from diverse cultural backgrounds, making available images, texts, audio and video materials. UK
Literacy Trust
Independent charity dedicated to promoting literacy as central to educational achievement and to economic advancement. Projects include a web-based network, practical initiatives, and a systems approach. UK
National Network for the Arts in Health
Advocate network for the Arts in Health field which brings together a wide range of arts and health communities (including NHS Trusts, GP surgeries, local authorities, and arts organisations) and disseminates information, resources and products. UK
Office of the Deputy Prime Minister
Comprehensive site of the ODPM, which is responsible for policy on housing, planning, devolution, and regional and local government. Also responsible for the Social Exclusion Unit, the Neighbourhood Renewal Unit and the Government Offices for the Regions. UK
Open Democracy
Online non-partisan magazine of politics and culture that publishes debates on global issues with the aim of encouraging understanding of democracy, global processes and civic participation. UK
Open Society Institute (OSI) and the Soros Foundations Network
New York-based operating and grantmaking foundation that seeks to develop open societies through social, legal, and economic reform and support collaboration between nongovernmental organizations, governments, and international institutions. USA
STAKES (National Research and Development Centre for Welfare and Health)
Finnish-based centre, overseen by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, that offers research, development and information resources for those active in the field of welfare and health. EU
The Constitution Unit
Based at the School of Public Policy at University College London, this independent and non-partisan research centre specialises in constitutional reform and comparative constitutional studies and conducts a programme of training, consultancy and advice. UK
The International Arts-Medicine Association (IAMA)
US-based non-profit that provides a forum for global interdisciplinary communication between arts and health professionals. Formerly a membership organization but currently only provides website and referral services. USA
CREATIVITY & LEARNINGArtist & Learning Information & Support Service (aliss)
West Midlands based resource for the arts in education, promoting creativity in teaching and learning by support of partnerships between arts and education. UK
Arts at the Center
Professional development resource at the Chicago Teachers' Center (part of the College of Education at Northeastern Illinois University) that focuses on arts and culture as a vehicle for students and teachers to explore academic material. USA
ARTSEDGE
A programme of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, this network supports arts-centered curriculum by offering free teaching and student materials, professional development resources, and guidelines for art-based instruction. USA
Centre for Relational Learning
US-based center advocates a relational approach to learning, providing services such as workshops, facilitation, and publications to create and support environments that catalyse learning within a global context. USA
Children in Scotland
National agency for voluntary, statutory and professional organisations and individuals working with children and their families in Scotland. UK
ContinYou
Linking the organisations Education Extra and CEDC, this charity tackles inequality and builds social inclusion through a range of programmes and services for people who are most often excluded from formal education and training. UK
Create Scotland
Set up by YouthLink Scotland, this site provides comprehensive resources for anyone working with young people in Scotland, including an extensive directory of arts organisations, case studies, and advice. UK
Creative Learning Agency (CLA)
Organisation serves education and life-long learning providers and artists working in Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, providing amongst other resources events listings and a local artist database. UK
Creative Partnerships
Based at Arts Council England, this organization works with schools to identify their individual needs and enable them to develop long-term, sustainable partnerships with organisations and individuals in the arts. UK
Creative Partnerships in Education (CAPE)
Organisation committed to exploring innovative approaches to teaching and learning in both the formal and informal education sector. Its main focus is to identify strategies which will develop the creative capacities of children and young people. UK
Culture School
Informal network of EU civil servants working in the field of arts and cultural education, which enables members to exchange information and share insights in order to foster policy discussions on a national level. EU
Curiosity and Imagination
UK network of organisations committed to developing children's hands-on learning in diverse settings in order to foster children's natural curiosity, imagination, sense of individual identity, and civic responsibility. UK
Development Education Association (DEA)
Umbrella body for organisations engaged in development and education work in the UK. Members range from local to national organisations who provide advice, support, training and materials and on global and international development issues. UK
Different Ways of Knowing
Organisation whose research base includes student and adult learning, organisational change, and the role of the arts in education; develops diverse and innovative tools and strategies that elevate teacher quality and student achievement. USA
Digital Art Resource for Education (DARE)
Developed through the Digital Arts Education Research initiative, this online interactive resource provides access and engagement with the contemporary international visual arts to a broad educational audience. UK
Directgov: Education and Learning
Site developed by the Department of Education and Skills and partner organisations to bring together information that will help adult and potential learners make informed decisions about taking up learning. UK
eLearning Europa
Intiative of the European Commission which provides resources and information on the use of multimedia technologies for education and training in the areas of schools, higher education, learning and work and lifelong learning. EU
Engage
International association for gallery educators and other arts education professionals that supports 'gallery education' programmes which help schoolchildren and the wider community become confident in their understanding of the visual arts. UK
European League of Institutes of the Arts (ELIA)
This independent network of over 300 arts education institutes provides advocacy and promotion of higher arts education through a biennial conference, seminars and workshops, and research and development. EU
German Union of Federal Associations for Cultural Youth Education (BKJ)
German umbrella organisation of specialised organisations and federal associations active in out-of-school cultural education for children and young people, working towards its promotion and advancement on both national and international levels. EU
INFED
Online resource that explores the theory and practice of informal education and lifelong learning. Contains extensive encyclopaedia, archives, and relevant articles. UK
Learning and Skills Council
Working alongside government organizations, further education and sixth form colleges and community groups, this department is responsible for funding and planning education and training for over 16-year-olds in England. UK
Learning Through the Arts (LTTA)
This Canada--based organisation uses arts as a learning tool with the ultimate aim of promoting creative thinking and enhancing students' performance in schools.
London Schools Arts Service (LONSAS)
Organisation which helps London schools and teachers make greater use of the arts and cultural resources of the capital through practical support including news and advice, a database of artists and arts organisations, school mailings, and a helpline. UK
London Youth Arts Network (LYAN)
Organisation promoting excellence in youth arts through cultural exchange and lobbying for the youth arts in London, commited to initiating personal growth and enhancing the creative potential of young people by connecting them with the arts and arts organisations. UK
Museums, Libraries, and Archives Council (MLA)
National development agency working for and on behalf of museums, libraries and archives by advising government on policy, providing strategic leadership, developing capacity and connecting people to knowledge and creativity. UK
National Institute of Adult Continuing Education (NIACE)
National organisation for adult learning in England and Wales which represents and promotes the study and advancement of adult continuing education by securing more and diverse forms of adult learning for a greater number of learners. UK
National Society for Education in Art & Design (NSEAD)
Professional association and independent trade union whose resources include teaching and learning materials, conferences and events, professional development, and specialist publications. Different levels of membership available. UK
The Center for Arts Education
New York-based centre committed to sustaining quality arts education in the city's public schools through arts education partnerships and policies that encourage integrating the arts in education. USA
The Visual Arts and Galleries Association (VAGA)
Membership body open to organisations and individuals concerned with sharing expertise to develops a visual arts sector that meets the needs of audiences, artists and the broader public agenda. UK
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