2024 ENCATC Education and Research Session

Session 1: Towards a Sustainable Economy (I)

Chair: Gianluca Quarta, Full Professor, Applied Physics to Cultural Heritage, Environment, Biology and Medicine, University of Salento, Italy 

Abstract - Festivals in transition(s): instrumental growth, widening dilemmas. Emmanuel Négrier, Senior Research Fellow CEPEL, CNRS and University of Montpellier, France

Abstract - Socio-Cultural Centres as Catalysts for Just Sustainability Transitions: Insights from European Case Studies. Anna Maria Ranczakowska, Researcher, ENCC, Belgium      

Abstract - Cultural factors supporting the design and development of PEDs – Positive Energy Districts: a comparative analysis of case studies in Italy, Turkey and Sweden. Elena Borin, ENCATC Vice President; Full Professor in Business Administration, Pegaso Digital University, Italy       

Session 2: Art, Cultural Heritage, and National Identity: Preservation and Modern Relevance

Chair: Constance DeVereaux, Director and Associate Professor Arts Management Program, University at Buffalo, USA

Abstract - Memory of the Sieve: Art and Cultural Heritage. M. Feride Celik, Independent Researcher, Turkey

Abstract - Preserving the Past for a Sustainable Future: The Consumption of “Ordinary” antiques. Federica Aramu, PhD Candidate, Université libre de Bruxelles, Belgium & Anne-Sophie Radermecker, Associate Professor, Université libre de Bruxelles, Belgium

Abstract - The Role of Classical Music as an Instrument of National Identity Actualization in the Russian Federation; The Case of Concert Programming in the Saint Petersburg State Philharmonic. Kara Koskinen, Masters Student in Arts Management, University of Arts Helsinki, Finland

Session 3: Sustainable Cultural Policies and Productions: Case Studies and Impacts

Chair: Annukka Jyrämä, Professor, Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre (EAMT), Estonia

Abstract - Reflection on the Sustainability of Festivalization of Cultural Policy. Chieh-Hsiang Wu, ENCATC International Correspondent Advisor, President, Taiwan Association of Cultural Policy Studies (TACPS), and Professor, National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan

Abstract - Approaching sustainability in cultural productions: case study from Oulu2026. Mervi Luonila, Senior Researcher, Centre for Cultural Policy Research CUPORE, Finland

Abstract - The Cultural Impact of Theater as a Public Sphere: A Case study of Umay Theater in Huashan 1914 Creative Park. Stella Chiashan Cheng, Assistant Professor, Aletheia University, Taiwan

Session 4: Inter- and Trans-disciplinary Innovation (I)

Chair: Stefano De Rubertis, Full Professor of Economic Geography, Department of Economic Sciences, University of Salento, Italy

Abstract - The impact of universities on the production and management systems of local museums. Nicola Urbino, PhD Candidate, University Vanvitelli, Italy

Abstract - Ultra low-latency streaming technology in music education. Daniela Peclová, PhD Candidate in Music Production, Marketing and PR Manager, Janáček Academy of Performing Arts, Czech Republic

Abstract - Constructing a Trans-disciplinary Model: A Pilot Study of Artist Residency's Cultural Ecosystem in Taiwan. Tzu-Han Chien, Graduate Student, Graduate School of Arts Management and Cultural Policy, National Taiwan University of Arts, Taiwan

Session 5: Social Inequalities and Cultural Engagement (I)

Chair: Tiffany Bourgeois, Assistant Professor, The Ohio State University, USA

Abstract - The Agency of Access: A Model for Disability Inclusion in Cultural Policy and Participation. Amanda Cachia, Assistant Professor and Arts Leadership, University of Houston, USA

Abstract - MUS.E. MUSeums for Emotions. Nadia Cipullo, Adjunct Professor, Università degli Studi LINK, Italy & Enzo Grossi, Scientific Director, Villa Santa Maria Foundation, Italy

Abstract - Managing cultural institutions in Poland in the light of the recent migratory influx. Piotr Firych, Assistant Professor, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland & Aleksandra Kosior, Assistant Professor, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland

Session 6: Climate Change, Sustainability, and Risk Management (I)

Chair: Douglas DeNatale, ENCATC Board Member and Associate Professor of the Practice, Program Director, Boston University, USA 

Abstract - Exploring the Impact of Financial Support Tools, Digital Technology, and DEI Policies on the Sustainable Development of SMPAOS: A Case Study of YPAA. Shu-Mei Chen, Researcher and Cultural Manager, Department of Cultural Industry and Policy Yuan Ze University, Taiwan

Abstract - Risk management method in non-profit cultural projects. Alicja Krawczyńska, PhD Candidate and Assistant, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, Poland

Session 7: Climate Change, Sustainability, and Risk Management (II)

Chair: Toni-Matti Karjalainen, ENCATC Board Member and Professor, University of the Arts Helsinki, Finland

 Abstract - Far Enough? The Sustainability Challenges in Developing Music Export Policies in Europe. Michaël Spanu, Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Manchester, The UK

Abstract - Ecological Sustainability and Theatre Work – Reflections on a new Narrative in Cultural Policy. Julia Glesner, Professor, Potsdam University of Applied Sciences, Germany

Abstract - Considering the evolution of performing arts venues through the prism of the cultural third place model. Sarah Montero, Associate Professor in Social Geography, Université Bordeaux Montaigne, France & Aurélie Chêne, Associate Professor in Information Sciences, Université de Lyon-St Etienne, France

Session 8: Inter- and Trans-disciplinary Innovation (III)

Chair: Valentina Cillo, Full Professor of Economics and Business Management, Pegaso Digital University, Italy

Abstract - Heritage as a Sustainable, Co-Innovative, and Collaborative Space: Exploring the Heritage Values of Huashan Creative Park. Hui-Yu Hsieh, Master’s Student, Graduate School of Arts Management and Cultural Policy, National Taiwan University of Arts, Taiwan

Abstract - Participatory action research as a bottom-up method in cultural management. Nina Mihaljinac, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Dramatic Arts Belgrade, Serbia & Milan Djordjevic, Visual artist and PhD candidate in Culture and Media Management Studies, University of Arts Belgrade, Serbia

Abstract - Small but Mighty: Selected Business Model Practices of Small European Festivals in Peripheral Areas. Antonia Silvaggi, Head of Skills for Culture, Melting Pro, Italy

Session 9: Social Inequalities and Cultural Engagement (II)

Chair: Herman Bashiron Mendolicchio, Coordinator of the Postgraduate Course on International Cultural Cooperation and CHARTER Project Manager, University of Barcelona, Spain

Teaching Demo - Digital stories: individual meaning-making for heritage tourism. Hyung Yu Park, Associate Professor, Middlesex University, The UK

Teaching Demo - Co-creating Cultural Encounter. Geert Drion, Researcher, Rijksuniverstiteit Groningen, The Netherlands

Teaching Demo - Sustainable practices – Why and how: is there a “creative” approach to sustainability in the creative sector – or Mission (im)possible. Milena Stefanovic, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Dramatic Arts, University of Arts, Belgrade, Serbia

Session 10: Social Inequalities and Cultural Engagement (III)

Chair: Chieh-Hsiang Wu, ENCATC International Correspondent Advisor, President, Taiwan Association of Cultural Policy Studies (TACPS), and Professor, National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan

Abstract - The Contribution of Cultural Centers to Accessible Societies: A Mixed-Method Trail Tracing of a Vague Concept. Dorothee Schulte-Basta, Doctoral Researcher, Åbo Akademi University, Vaasa, Finland

Abstract - Civil Culture Forum in a rural community: Teaching and Practice of Cultural Policy. Shu-Shiun Ku, Associate Professor, Department of Cultural and Creative Industries, National Pingtung University, Taiwan

Abstract - Taking up the digital transition challenge: enhancing the skills of the cultural heritage professionals. Marzia Piccininno, Cultural Policy Expert, Fondazione Scuola dei beni e delle attività cultural, Italy & Martina da Luca, Head of Training, Fondazione Scuola dei beni e delle attività cultural, Italy

Session 11: Inter- and Trans-disciplinary Innovation (IV)

Chair: Piotr Firych, Assistant Professor, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland

Abstract - The intersection of cultural policy and corporate sustainability: a Preliminary investigation on Taiwan Sustainability Awards assessment. Hsiang Chun Wang, PhD Candidate, National Taiwan University of Arts, Taiwan

Abstract - Co-creating Engaging Learning Experiences Online: Utopia or Real Possibility for Arts Management? Kristina Kuznetsova-Bogdanovitsh, Researcher, University of Tartu Viljan, Estonia & Jorma Sarva, Lecturer and Head of Programme, University of Tartu Viljandi Culture Academy, Estonia

Abstract - Interdisciplinary approaches to social and cultural Innovation. Valeria Bruzzi, Researcher Fellow, Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Italy

Session 12: Social Inequalities and Cultural Engagement (IV)

Chair: Elena Borin, ENCATC Vice President; Full Professor in Business Administration, Pegaso Digital University, Italy

Abstract - Common, shared, contradictory heritage? The concept of (global) heritage and its dimensions. With a brief analysis of the Humboldt Forum, Berlin. Christiane Dätsch, Professor, University of Applied Sciences Merseburg, Germany

Abstract - How Cultural Policy can enrich, embrace, and elevate issues of our planet by empowering the pluri-diversity of peoples. Xenia Hanusiak, Cultural Attache and Visiting Scholar, Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Columbia University, and Australian National University, USA

Abstract - How do artists contribute to urban and cultural sustainability? Taking care of urban green areas as a creative and sustainable practice. Matilde Ferrero, PhD Candidate, Magna Graecia University, Italy & Michele Trimarchi, Professor, Magna Graecia University, Italy

Session 13: Inter- and Trans-disciplinary Innovation (V)

Chair: Richard Maloney, Clinical Associate Professor of Performing Arts Administration, New York University, USA 

Abstract - From the stage to the audience: the management of interactive performances and the new classical concert experience. Oana Balan-Budoiu, Associate Professor, The National Academy of Music in Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Abstract - Mapping Worlds of Innovation in the Performing Arts. Leticia Labaronne, ENCATC Vice President; Head of Center for Arts Management, ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences, Switzerland

Abstract - Unlocking Cultural Networks in Historic Urban Neighbourhoods: Exploring the Revitalization Efforts in Rome’s Celio District. Maria Antonietta Cipriano, PhD Candidate, Roma Tre University, Italy

Session 14: Inter- and Trans-disciplinary Innovation (VI)

Chair: Ruby Yu, Visiting Assistant Professor, New York University, USA

Abstract - Innovation in Arts Strategy for Regional Rehabilitation. Yeala Hazut Yanuka, Lecturer, Graduate Program, Cultural Studies, Creativity and Production Department, Sapir Academic College, Israel & Shira Lapidot, Director, Graduate Program, Cultural Studies, Creativity and Production Department, Sapir Academic College, Israel

Abstract - Transformative Learning Approaches for Sustainable Development in Higher Education. Ljiljana Rogač Mijatović, Associate Professor, Faculty of Dramatic Arts, University of Arts in Belgrade, Serbia

Abstract - Community media – important pillar of progressive deliberation in the field of culture. Virdzinija Djekovic Miketic, Junior Research Assistant and PhD Candidate, Institute for Philosophy and Social Theory, Belgrade, Serbia

Session 15: Accounting for change

Chair: Jerry C Y Liu, Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Arts Management and Cultural Policy, College of Humanities, National Taiwan University of Arts, Taiwan

Abstract - Accounting for Cultural Values and Impacts of the Cultural and Creative Parks in Taiwan. Jerry C Y Liu, Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Arts Management and Cultural Policy, College of Humanities, National Taiwan University of Arts, Taiwan

Abstract - Towards aligned standards for reporting sustainability in the cultural and creative sector. Elena Borin, ENCATC Vice President; Full Professor in Business Administration, Pegaso Digital University, Italy & Valentina Cillo, Full Professor of Economics and Business Management, Pegaso Digital University, Italy

Abstract - Innovation for change in Italian Theatres. Marketing and sustainability accounting in the post-pandemic. Angela Besana, Associate Professor of Economics, IULM, Italy

Abstract - Gendered governance and financial reporting quality of museum foundations: Evidence from Norway. Christophe Van Linden, Associate Professor, Oslo Metropolitan University, Norway

Abstract - In Search of Equity: Instruments of Equity Within Finnish Cultural Policy and Funding. Laura Valoma, Master's Student, University of the Arts Helsinki, Sibelius Academy, Finland

Session 16: Towards a Sustainable Economy (II)

Chair: Ana Zuvela, ENCATC Board Member, Research Associate, Institute for Development and International Relations (IRMO), Croatia

Abstract - It never rains but it pours? 1993–2023: Thirty years of management innovation in the Italian Heritage System. Mara Cerquetti, Associate Professor in Management, University of Macerata, Italy

Abstract - Post-pandemic career outcomes among arts organization staff members. Douglas DeNatale, ENCATC Board Member and Associate Professor of the Practice, Program Director, Boston University, USA

Abstract - Co-creation and co-production – bridging gaps of cultural inequalities through engagement. A managerial perspective. Annukka Jyrämä, Professor, Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre (EAMT), Estonia & Mervi Luonila, Senior Researcher, Center for Cultural Policy Research, CUPORE, Finland

Abstract - Status of the Artist legislation in the Czech Republic. Markéta Štěpáníková, Associate Professor, Music Faculty, Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts, Czech Republic

Abstract - A Preliminary Study of Sustainability Indicator Framework: Cultural ESG/SDGs for Taiwan Creative Industry Development Company. Peiyu Lee, Master’s Student, Graduate School of Arts Management and Cultural Policy, National Taiwan University of Arts, Taiwan

Session 17: Climate Change, Sustainability, and Risk Management (III)

Chair: Annick Schramme, Professor, University of Antwerp, Belgium

Abstract - Preliminary Evaluation Framework for Artist-in-Residence Programs in Taiwan—A Case Study of Treasure Hill International Artist Village. Man-Chun Chen, Master's Student, Institute of Arts Management and Cultural Policy/Project Manager, National Taiwan National University of Arts/Treasure Hill International Artist Village, Taiwan

Abstract - Eco-performing of the uncertain future: challenges and perspectives. Jovana Karaulic, Assistant Professor, Vice Dean FDA, Faculty of Dramatic Arts,  Serbia & Ksenija Markovic Bozovic, Research Associate, FDA, Faculty of Dramatic Arts,  Serbia

Abstract - Meta-organizations and environmental sustainability: the case of European cultural networks. Matina Magkou, ENCATC Board Member and Associated Researcher, University Côte d'Azur, France

Abstract - The role of images in cultural organizations’ non-financial reports. Diana Martello, PhD Student, Scuola IMT Alti Studi Lucca, Italy & Paola Dubini, Associate Professor, Bocconi University and ASK Research Center, Italy & Alberto Monti, Assistant Professor, University of Genova and ASK Research Center, Italy

Session 18: Social Inequalities and Cultural Engagement (V)

Chair: Cristina Ortega Nuere, Director, 3Walks, Spain 

Abstract - Cultural Policy as a Tool to Increase and Understand Diversity in the Fields of Arts and Culture

Lilja Lehmuskallio, Doctoral Researcher in Arts Management, Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki, Finland

Abstract - Artists’ collaborative practices: operating through solidarity on Southern peripheries (20 years). Milena Dragićević Šešić, Prof. Emerita, UNESCO Chair in Cultural Policy and Management, University of Arts, Belgrade, Serbia

Abstract - Paris 2024 Olympics: Inclusive Cultural Policies and Intangible Outcomes. Tiffany Bourgeois, Assistant Professor, Ohio State University, USA

Abstract - Arts Justice in the Urban Landscape: A Multidimensional Approach. Tal Feder, Post-doctoral Researcher, The Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning, the Technion, Israel

Abstract - Integrating Cultural Democracy: A Study of the Social Impact Commitment of Cultural Organisations. Flora Maravalhas, PhD Candidate, Centre for Public Administration and Public Policies, Institute of Social and Political Sciences (CAPP-ISCSP), University of Lisbon and Centre for Research and Studies in Sociology (CIES-Iscte), Portugal

Session 19: Social Inequalities and Cultural Engagement (VI)

Chair: Christine Sinapi, Director of Academic Programmes, ESSCA School of Management, France

Abstract - The Place of Women in the Theatres of São Paulo. João Oswaldo Leiva Filho, Doctor of Philosophy, Goldsmiths University of London, The UK

Abstract - Art Museums as Change Agents? Addressing Social Inequalities in Post-Industrial US Cities. Miriam Paeslack, Associate Professor, University at Buffalo, USA

Abstract - Art Makes You: Developing a model for cultural engagement in partnership with young people. Oisín Kenny, Apollo Fellow, National Gallery of Ireland, Ireland

Abstract - Increase the social sustainability of museums through co-planning with people with disabilities: from accessibility referent to inclusive management. Amelia Napolitano, PhD Candidate, University of Padua, Italy

Session 20: Interactive Teaching Methods in Arts Management: Games, Dilemmas, and Climate Strategies

Chair: Jaime Ruiz Gutiérrez, Professor, Universidad de los Andes, Colombia

Teaching Demo - Dynamics and board games to promote reflection produced by students. Lluís Bonet, Director of the Cultural Management Programme, University of Barcelona and Coordinator of CHARTER Project, Spain

Teaching Demo - Learning through fictional dilemmas: towards eco-ethical arts management. Vânia Rodrigues, Principal Researcher and Professor, Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies and Faculty of Arts and Humanities, University of Coimbra, Portugal

Teaching Demo - Approaches and Strategies for Arts Organizations to Respond to Climate Change. Ruby Yu, Visiting Assistant Professor, New York University, USA

Teaching Demo - Making the Familiar Strange: Using zines as a reflective data generation tool in research exploring arts management education. Caitlin McKinnon, PhD Candidate, Queen Margaret University and the University of Stirling, The UK

Session 21: PANEL/Academic Interventions: Innovation and Change in the Cultural Management Field

• Constance DeVereaux, Director and Associate Professor Arts Management Program, University at Buffalo, USA
• Julia Glesner, Professor, Potsdam University of Applied Sciences, Germany
• Piotr Firych, Assistant Professor, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland