Six cultural strategies for each region have been launched for the first time, these are – Gozo, North, East, West, Port and South which all address their specific region.

The Gozo Region includes the following localities: Fontana, Ghajnsielem, Gharb, Ghasri, Kercem, Munxar, Nadur, Qala, Victoria, San Lawrenz, Sannat, Xaghra, Xewkija and Zebbug.

The Gozo Regional Cultural Strategy is available in English by clicking here and in Maltese here.

The strategies focus on a number of common priorities which are the bringing closer of rural communities and small villages, capacity building, the strengthening of partnerships and the diversification of investment, the European dimension and beyond, as well as evaluation and evidence.

The launch was made by Minister for National Heritage, Arts and Local Government Owen Bonnici and the Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government Alison Zerafa Civelli

The regional cultural strategies were developed by the Regions and were managed by the Maltese Council for the Arts in collaboration with the Local Government Division and the Malta Local Councils Association.

Each strategy is dedicated to each region within our country, and focuses on the most important cultural themes and priorities for the region itself, from 2022 onwards.

“The rich culture and art of our country are reflected in the regional cultural strategies, through which we are working to strengthen the cultural and creative sectors. With an initiative of this level, we are increasing accessibility in the sector, and strengthening professionalisation as well,” said Minister Bonnici during the launch.

“These six cultural strategies will be a guide to ensure that the cultural programs of each regional council are designed in such a way that the traditions, talents, characteristics and unique cultural elements are celebrated of each locality within each region,” explained the Parliamentary Secretary Zerafa Civelli.

The strategies are designed by 3 main transversal themes for culture across the country which are the development of talent, the involvement of the audience, and the innovation of the historical heritage. These themes are common to all regions, and introduce specific priorities for each region.

The Director for Funds and Strategy within the Maltese Council for the Arts Mary Ann Cauchi said that, “The strategies will lead to a sharing of experiences, knowledge and development of more opportunities and initiatives within the region and s -sector. Apart from that, the regional cultural strategies are also fulfilling the vision for Strategy 2025 of the Maltese Council for the Arts, that art will be at the heart of our future.”

The six regional cultural strategies can be found by clicking here and a copy of the strategy will be available from the respective region from January 2023.

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