Cultuur&Campus Putselaan

Creator: Cultuur&Campus Putselaan|Art form: Design|Knowledge valorisation : Co-creation, Outreach|Place: Rotterdam,Netherlands|Location : Offline|Target group: Academics, Cultural and creative professionals and institutions, General public, Private companies / industries, Public authorities & policy makers|Domains: Digital Age|Duration : Ongoing implementation

Collective platform placed in Rotterdam that involves residents, universities, entrepreneurs, teachers, researchers, public authorities and artists to face cultural, ecological and societal challenges together.

Challenge: How to develop new forms of education based on equality between local residents and institutions.

This project is part of the dynamic and strong network of social, cultural, and ecological initiatives in Feijenoord and Charlois. It is a collaboration between Erasmus University Rotterdam, the Municipality of Rotterdam, Codarts Rotterdam, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (Willem de Kooning Academy and Institute for the Built Environment), Afrikaanderwijk Cooperative, Delft University of Technology, Buzinezzclub, ICLEI, and ELIA. This creative community centre is in development and is located in the heart of Rotterdam South on Putselaan. 

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Sustainable and creative platform for fostering co-creation and engagement of the community

Purpose of artistic intervention

The purpose of the artistic intervention in the Cultuur&Campus Putselaan project is to leverage the transformative power of art to engage and inspire the community. Through artistic expression, the intervention aims to foster creativity, stimulate dialogue, and bridge cultural divides, creating a shared sense of identity and belonging among diverse stakeholders.

Positive impacts

The Cultuur&Campus Putselaan project fosters inclusivity and diversity by uniting residents, students, and professionals to address cultural, ecological, and societal challenges. It will innovate education by promoting equality and developing new forms of learning that are accessible and relevant to the local community. Creating a vibrant space for dialogue and collective learning, the project will strengthen community ties and collaboration.

Replication

With a focus on sustainability, it contributes to the ecological well-being of the region through various green initiatives that can be replicated. By involving entrepreneurs and supporting local businesses, it will stimulate economic growth and innovation, setting an example of success cases. Backed by reputable institutions and organizations, the project will benefit from robust support and resources, ensuring its long-term success and impact.