Culture plays a vital role in shaping sustainable, democratic, and inclusive societies, yet it remains absent as a dedicated goal within the global Sustainable Development Goals framework. The discussions at Mondiacult 2025 marked an important milestone by firmly placing culture on the global development agenda, and their impact continues to unfold in international policy processes.
At the European level, the Culture Compass for Europe, an initiative of the European Commission, further advances this agenda by highlighting how cultural participation intersects with social cohesion, ecological transition, democratic life, and community wellbeing. This webinar connects these global and European developments with the realities and aspirations of the Nordic region, creating a space to reflect on how culture can be positioned more structurally within sustainable development policies.
The session that will be held on 14 January 2026 follows an open and participatory format inspired by Culture Action Europe’s advocacy work, combining expert insights with moderated discussion.
Speakers:
- Iwona Preis, Director, Intercult
- Rosa Meriläinen, Secretary General, KULTA ry
- Lars Ebert, Secretary General, Culture Action Europe
- Jordi Pascual, Coordinator, Agenda 21 for Culture
Moderator:
- Yohann Floch, Director of Operations at On the Move