Culture, Creativity, and Care: Testing Arts-Based Models for Well-being

<< Objectives >>Equipping cultural professionals with skills to design arts-based interventions for wellbeing.Creating sustainable cross-sector collaboration between creative and healthcare professionals.Developing and testing practical cultural welfare methodologies in real-world settings.Building a digital platform to connect creative professionals with social/healthcare institutions.Influencing policy to integrate arts-based approaches into welfare systems.<< Implementation >>C3-WELL will map best practices in cultural welfare across Europe through comprehensive research and cross-sectoral workshops in 5 countries. We'll train professionals through structured learning labs, implement pilot programs in real welfare settings, organize international mobility exchanges, and create a digital matchmaking hub connecting cultural and welfare sectors. We'll develop evidence-based policy recommendations and organize local dissemination events culminating in a conference.<< Results >>C3-WELL will produce a practical framework for integrating methodologies into welfare services, engage 500+ citizens in innovative cultural activities through pilot programs, create a comprehensive training toolkit for cultural and welfare professionals, and develop policy recommendations for sustainable implementation. We'll establish a digital hub facilitating cross-sector collaboration, expanding career opportunities for professionals while enhancing mental well-being support systems.