About Network

Since 2004 the Czech Cultural Network Nová síť has been building a partner network of almost 40 organisations functioning as established regional centres of performing arts. The Network places special emphasis on supporting emerging organisations and individuals who strive for development of culture in their locality. Whether it is theatre, a public initiative or an effort to revive a historic landmark, the Network provides opportunities for encounters, education, and development.

There are three membership levels within the Network:

NETWORK PARTNERS
Goal: to exchange know-how, strengthen capacities, and change cultural practices

COOPERATIONS START
Goal: to develop an organisation and the projects it implements

STAY CONNECTED
Goal: to benefit from mutual contacts and sharing experiences

The networking activities allow for long-term communication of the needs and interests of culture on regional level. A long-term goal is to work with the collected data and present them to public administration.

 

What we do:

  • We organise work meetings
  • We provide educational seminars and workshops
  • We provide consultancy and advisory
  • We facilitate artist residencies
  • We support presentation of projects in Czech regions
  • We are dedicated to cultural advocacy at local, regional, and national level
  • We establish international cooperation and support cultural mobility

Mission:

We connect people and organisations so that creativity and performing arts become an integral part of everyday life. By supporting creativity and freedom of action, we contribute to development of contemporary arts and civil society in the regions of the Czech Republic and abroad.

 

Goals:

  • Revival of local culture and audience education
  • Support of cultural diversity
  • Support of performing arts
  • Support of emerging groups’ and artists’ professionalisation
  • Networking

Shared values:

  • Trust
  • Respect
  • Support
  • Solidarity
  • Patience
  • Sustainability

How to become a member:

Czech Cultural Network Nová síť has a strong membership base. Members are admitted to the Network once a year, in autumn. To apply for the Let’s Collaborate membership:

  • • Contact coordinators of the Czech Cultural Network Nová síť sometime in the first half of the year;
  • • Fill out and send the Application to Join the Czech Cultural Network Nová síť – describe your organisation’s activities, motivation for joining the Network, and a development intent or plan for the next two years;
  • • Interested parties will have an interview with representatives of Nová síť;
  • • A presentation at an autumn joint regional meeting will follow.

A new member is accepted based on the decision of the Network coordinators.

By signing the Declaration, a candidate organisation becomes a member of the Network in the category Let’s Collaborate, for two years. After two years the organisation may apply for membership in Partners or Connected category, remain member in Let’s Collaborate category, or terminate the membership.

 

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