Cultural life flourishes when societies create the conditions that allow individuals and artists to experiment and push boundaries. This requires fair working conditions for artists and cultural professionals, and adequate education, training and skills.

Improving working conditions, reducing inequalities

At the same time, it is essential to address the realities young people, including emerging artists face, to build a culturally rich Europe that truly values its people.

Reducing inequalities, especially regarding disability and gender, in accessing culture and creating art is also important.

The EU must promote arts education as well as inclusive and safe access to culture for young people and under-represented groups across its territories and regions.

Key actions to empower artists and cultural professionals

• propose an EU Artists Charter in consultation with social partners and stakeholders
• establish a Youth Cultural Ambassadors network to discuss cultural policy matters
• present EU guidelines on culture, health and well-being