International Federation of Arts Councils and Culture Agencies
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Global network of national arts councils and ministries of culture that publishes comparative research on arts funding models, arm's-length governance and cultural policy trends. Useful for understanding how different countries structure, govern and finance public support for the arts.
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Compendium of Cultural Policies & Trends in Europe
Monitoring system of European cultural policy, holding country profiles written by independent experts to a common chapter structure, plus comparative tables. Readers can compare funding models, legislation and governance across more than forty countries.
Cultural Policy
Cultural Policy - A book resource
culturalpolicy.org
CulturalPolicy.org is a global resource hub focused on culture policy and arts governance, offering research, policy briefs, articles, and datasets. It provides practical tools, case studies, and insights for policymakers, researchers, and cultural organizations seeking to understand and shape cultural policy.
unesco.org/culture
UNESCO Culture is the hub for UNESCO’s work on culture and cultural policy worldwide. It offers resources on heritage safeguarding (tangible and intangible), World Heritage, creative industries, and policy guidance, along with publications, data, and news related to culture as a driver of development.
arts.gov
arts.gov is the official site of the U.S. National Endowment for the Arts, offering grant opportunities, funding guidelines, and resources on arts policy, statistics, and programs for artists, organizations, and educators. It also features news, research, and initiatives related to the arts ecosystem.