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• North West projects for the Cultural Olympiad
• 4.9.2008
• Culture Northwest is delighted to present Neon Attractors - the North West's first project to be granted the London 2012 Inspire mark as part of the Cultural Olympiad. The North West is leading the way with culture by achieving this national standard of innovation and excellence.

Building Citizenship

Culture Northwest works to build citizenship through culture.

We have established a strong programme of work in this area including:

• Britainover 50– a partnership think tank with 50:50 Vision challenging perceptions of Britain’s aging population
• Culture Seminar for Elected Members – Culture Northwest held the regions first culture seminar to engage Elected Members from the whole of the Northwest in cultural policy, practice and activity
• Local Authorities– Culture Northwest has worked in partnership with Local Authorities on Regional Commentaries and Local Area Agreements to advocate and provide for sustained cultural activity and investment
• Northwest Forum of Faiths Inauguration in Preston - a partnership with the North West Forum of Faiths and NWDA (20.01.06)
• From the Wings: An inquiry into the role of sports and creative activities in tackling social exclusion - the Whitbread Trust inspired enquiry proactively supported by Culture Northwest (launched 03.02.06)
• Star Turn to Bolton Lads and Girls Club - who engage with young people ages 5-21 and involve them in a range of activities including sports, to help them realise their potential, develop confidence and understand the role of the responsible citizen (26.05.04)

 

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Regional Commentaries

North West Region Successfully Implements Regional Commentaries [+]