Understanding the difference culture makes
We are building a shared understanding of the differences that arts, culture, heritage and screen make to people’s lives and to society. We want cultural policy and practice to be based on rigorous research and evaluation of what works and what needs to change.
Aesop Arts & Health conference, Southbank Centre. Photo: Helen Murray
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Working together
We invite you to join a movement to help us better understand the role that culture plays in our lives. You might be thinking about how you can better evaluate the impact of your work, or how you can use research insights and critical reflection in your practice. Keep in touch to hear about resources, events and opportunities to shape our research and get involved.
Covid-19: “The great unequaliser?”
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Early evidence shows that Covid-19 is exacerbating existing inequalities in the cultural sector. Is the pandemic the catalyst the sector needs to build a more equal future? What questions should we be asking and how can we accelerate the pace of change?
Tate Families, 20 Days. Photo: Rob Harris
Impacts of Covid-19: a snapshot from the cultural sector
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Karen Gray and John Wright reflect on themes emerging from their case study research examining the impacts of Covid-19 on cultural sector organisations.
Photo: Joshua Hanson, Unsplash
Culture-led funding or funding-led culture?
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Ben Walmsley and Emma McDowell reflect on what they’re hearing about the research, evaluation and policy needs of the cultural sector and why there's a need for profound shift in our shared understanding of evaluation practice.
