Culture, a driving force behind territorial development

International events like the European Capital of Culture are a show of faith in the capacity of culture to revitalise our territories. A means of driving economic and touristic development, of transforming uses and of empowering citizens, culture is also – and above all – capable of giving a vital boost to territories that are experiencing hardships. How can cultural project leaders, artists, administrators, elected representatives, architects and urban planners integrate culture into our broader territorial dynamics? Several initiatives in Greece, including the “un élu, un artiste” programme and Eleusis: European Capital of Culture 2021, will share their experiences and illustrate what is at stake when we use culture as a driving force for territorial development. With : Peggy Tsolakaki / Jordi BALLESTA / Angeliki POULOU Moderation : Maud LE FLOCH