11th June 2011, 02:49 PM
BAJR Wrote:Neither of these sectors appear to see the need to provide training for the public on Government policy documents. The heritage profession should be looking for parallels with these areas, and look to take serious note of the practices, principles and projects where they have succeeded – and where we have demonstrably failed.
Much as I admire RESCUE and all who sail in her, I think they have made an error in assuming that the Arts lobby is noit facing similar challenges to archaeology in engaging with the public and being seen to do so. To quote from the Arts Councils latest report and anticipating an update later this year:
'Goal 2: More people experience and are inspired by the arts The arts are at the centre of people’s lives – more people are involved in arts in their communities and are enriched and inspired by arts experiences.
Goal 3: The arts are sustainable, resilient and innovative Collaborative and networked, the arts are known for resilience, innovation and their contribution to the nation’s reputation and prosperity.
Goal 4: The arts leadership and workforce are diverse and highly skilled The diversity of the arts workforce reflects the diversity of society and artistic practice in England. Outstanding arts leaders play a wider role in their communities and nationally.
Goal 5: Every child and young person has the opportunity to experience the richness of the arts Children and young people have the best current and future artistic lives they can have. They are able to develop their artistic capabilities and engage with, and shape, the arts.
Within each goal, we set out why it is an important area of work, what we will do and what success looks like. We also indicate what we will focus on in the first four years. The next Arts Council Plan, to be published in autumn 2011, will describe our approach to these priorities in more detail'.
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