Services
Expertise and knowledge-based services
We offer expertise and knowledge-based services in the culture field, with a strong devotion to excellence, offering you the means, through advice, consultations and research, of understanding the environment you are operating in, your target groups and audience, local needs and opportunities, in order to realise your projects with creativity and innovation.
Networking and partnership building
We facilitate networking and partnership building connecting cultural professionals, artists, corporate and institutions, working in the field of culture, to develop sustainable and successful partnerships across borders, and to build networks of like-minded individuals and institutions who share an interest in building a healthy cultural ecosystem through which they can work together, exchange expertise, create ideas, and join resources
Training, entrepreneurship and mentorship
We provide training, entrepreneurship and mentorship in the field of cultural relations and cultural cooperation to individual artists, institutions, and other cultural players. In a globalized and interconnected world where we need transnational cooperation more than ever, we aim to increase their soft, professional and entrepreneurial skills but also foster their cultural sensitiveness and increase their critical understanding of their own work.
Programs development and implementation
We design a dynamic and tailored approach to craft impactful cultural initiatives. We understand that each partner's objectives and cultural contexts are unique, so we specialize in developing programs to suit your specific needs, global objectives, target audiences and beneficiaries; as well as local environments. From conceptualization to execution, we offer comprehensive implementation, ensuring every aspect is meticulously planned and managed. We strategically align your cultural programs to engage with global diverse audiences, promoting cross-cultural understanding, dialogue, mutual respect and long-term cooperation.
Advocacy strategies development
We recognize the profound impact of advocacy in shaping policies, fostering cross-cultural exchanges, and championing the significance of culture in international relations. Our targeted advocacy strategies are meticulously designed to advance cultural thematic issues at various levels. Whether it's advocating for securing essential funding for cultural initiatives, or informing and shaping policies in the field, we are dedicated to empowering cultural organisations and associations as well as artists and cultural practionners to become influential advocates in the realm of international cultural relations and cooperation, driving positive change and celebrating the transformative power of culture.
Cultural sensitivity and cross-cultural dialogue Training
Cultural Sensitivity Training is a tailormade training provided by So Cult experts, designed to enhance the cultural awareness, empathy, and sensitivity of individuals, teams, organizations, and institutions working in the field of culture and beyond. This training equips participants with the knowledge and skills in cultural awareness, cultural competences, cross-border communication, and intercultural communication needed to navigate diverse cultural contexts with respect of cultural diversity and the myriad of cultural expressions.The training will help bridge cultural gaps, build stronger connections, and engage with diverse cultures in a respectful and culturally sensitive manner.