At first, we spent two days in the company of the NDPC Board of Experts. Together we did goal-oriented and focused work on future scenarios - both for Northern Dimensions' creative and cultural industries and for the NDPC's role in supporting them as an organisation though it's strategic goals. In times of uncertainty there is the utmost need for systematic investigation of alternative futures.

Many thanks to our team of experts for their time, energy, collaboration and diverse range of perspectives!

Then we were beyond excited to finally meet the participants of the first #NDPCBootcamp! During the five intensive days 15 cultural and creative professionals networked, built their collaboration skills and worked on daily challenges. 

So we’re delighted that the group has bonded so well and created 10 bright ideas that envision specific first steps. Even first collaborations beyond the bootcamp ideas have been set out!

During the week, together with practitioners and governmental stakeholders we also had Creative Industries’ Future Session + Q&A with futurist Roope Mokka. After the session we coletively built on the experts' work and explored the most revelant keywords/challenges of the culture and creative industries in the future. Stay tuned for the insights!

Meanhwile, The Culture For Health project has launched its new map and directory of Arts and Health Initiatives! The map provides an image of national, regional and local programs, initiatives and projects on culture, well-being and health across the European Union and around the world.