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Well, September sped by! We hope it was a safe and healthy month for you all.
Just like the past couple of months, we have lots of opportunities and information to share, we're working hard to create a Network that covers everyone's wants and needs, so please do read on and max them all out! |
| | | A very big welcome to newest Culture Network LCR members. We now have 61 LCR cultural organisations in the network. It's so important to have all you early adopters on board. We thank you for seeing the potential of the Culture Network LCR as we speed through our first phase.
Please say a big hiya to - |
| | | Round Tables are in person conversations on key strategic issues facing the sector, with space for 15 people to join the informal discussion. Round Tables are always the 3rd Friday of the month, held at the World Museum Liverpool. If you'd prefer to just observe, you can do so online on the day. If it's not relevant to you, you don't have to attend, this is just one of your many member benefits.
Round Table #3. 18 Oct, 9.30am - 11am What we learnt from the Labour Party Conference, next steps to engagement with the new Government.
Hosted by Laura Pye, Culture Network Board Member & Director National Museums Liverpool.
Attend in person at the World Museum Liverpool book here. Attend online & listen in, use this Teams Link.
Round Table #4. 15 Nov 9.30am - 11am The Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP); What is it and how to get involved.
Hosted by Madelie Heneghan, Culture Network Board Member, LVEP Board Member & Director Writing on the Wall.
To attend in person at the World Museum Liverpool book here. Attend online & listen in, use this Teams Link.
Missed a Round Table? You can listen back to the Audio from the first two here.
Have any suggestions for future Round Table discussions? Simply respond to this email. We're all ears! |
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Progressing our One Advocating Voice, we have 3 Working Groups so far:
1. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - Have you EDI lived experience? Then we need you! Please bring your knowledge and skills for the benefit of all.
Interested? Contact em...@liverpoolirishfestival.com & j...@firsttake.org.uk to find out more, plus receive updates, sign up and engage with the Race Equality Action Group Manifesto. Emma & Jay are both CN Board Members, Emma AD & CEO of Liverpool Irish Festival, Jay Director of First Take.
Other Working Groups that are also up and running (thank you to everyone who volunteered): 2. Strategy - led by Laura Pye, CN Board Member & Director National Museums Liverpool.
3. Marketing & Joint Promotion - led by Lucy Byrne, CN Board Member & Managing Director dot-art.
In case you missed last month's update on this. In preparation for the Government's spending review, Liverpool City Region Combined Authority produced a new Growth Plan as LCR's proposition to Government.
The Strategy Group fed into this Growth Plan on behalf of our sector. The Growth Plan requested three main things from the Government: Single Funding Devolution Settlement Fair and long-term funding certainty for local authorities Developing an established pathway to fiscal devolution
The plan went on to outline what LCR can do to deliver on Labour's 5 missions and also included Bolstering our position as a ‘Global Cultural Capital’: using the cultural, creative and visitor economy sectors to drive inclusive and sustainable growth.
Our Strategy Group will continue to make sure we are linked in with any developments on this and other similar important work like this.
Thank you to everyone who supplied Case Studies that showcase your great work that fits so well with Labour’s 5 missions to rebuild Britain, 1) Economic growth 2) Clean energy & sustainability 3) Take back our streets 4) Break down barriers to opportunity 5) Health & Wellbeing.
If you haven't seen the final 15 chosen by the Strategy Group, then please visit the Culture Network website and/or visit the Uncover Liverpool Instagram. And why not share these on your socials? |
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Thurs 5 December 2024 9.30am - 11.30am is our first In Person Whole Network Meetings entitled Connect.
There's room for 2 people max per org so please ensure to RSVP here by 18 Nov please.
We're busy organising this first Connect event, we promise a great morning (maybe some great refreshments just like the launch event!). Connect is a brilliant chance to meet with new and not so new cultural colleagues, share learning and find ways to make great things happen!
Max 2 people per organisation. Please check with colleagues before you RSVP, as multiple invites have gone out. The RSVP form allows you to RSVP for 2 attendees.
First Friday Social (FFS) - have you been yet? 5-7pm at the Royal Court. Arrive early as there's a free drink courtesy of the Royal Court meaning FFS currently costs the membership nothing. FFS are also open to all creatives from across LCR, and are a great informal way to catch up outside of the work arena. What's not to like!
Members Contact List. So you can contact each other directly and ensure your invite lists are up to date - please see September's Members List. If you have any other staff who should receive these updates, please share their names, emails, role and I'll get them added to this ever growing contact list, and the relevant mailing lists.
The first Catalyst successfully took place on 5 Sept 2024, ably hosted by Emma Smith (CN Board Member and Liverpool Irish Fest AD &CEO). Catalysts allow members to share programmes, invite collaboration and open up topics for debate and development. This deepens our networking offer and contributes to our one advocating voice. You simply present your offer or your ask in a 3 minute online presentation. The next Catalyst is 6 March 2025.
The first one had 12 x 3 Min Catalysts: 12 Asks, Provocations, or Offers from: Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse, Open Eye Gallery, The ACC Liverpool Group (Ticket Quarter), Bluecoat Display Centre, Heart of Glass, Writing on the Wall, Art in Liverpool, 20 Stories High, Tate Liverpool, RAWD, The Comedy Trust, Liverpool Irish Festival.
Got FOMO, or want to share your presentation with others, then you can watch back here Passcode: GfPsUM&7 |
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Fight your FOMO with Uncover Liverpool, your what's on guide to Liverpool City Region's arts and culture. Created for everyone, locals and tourists alike and now powered by the Culture Network LCR meaning all members gain from this online creative community resource.
You can uncover exhibitions, gigs, theatre, workshops, tours, festivals and more. BUT it more than just a city region whats on, Uncover is there to support the creative community through artist opportunities, callouts, jobs, features, news, Culture Radar and the Culture Skip (Freecycle for the Arts).
Please ensure you take advantage of Uncover by uploading your listings - events, opportunities, callouts and jobs. Simply register here and log in to submit your listings here. The Uncover team will then moderate your posts and add your content to the weekly Monday Arts Bulletin wherever possible.
All members receive the Monday morning Uncover Arts Bulletin, please do ensure you read this vital resource, as it'll help you avoid missing creative events, callouts and more. Fight you FOMO with Uncover! |
| | | | Phew! Thank you for reading this far. We appreciate there's a lot to take in as there is every month, but it's all there for you to gain from and of course bring your voices to the table.
Please remember, you only get out what you put in, so we encourage you and your colleagues to engage in as much as you can. We also remind you we're here to listen and make changes where and when necessary, if you have any questions, queries or suggestions, please don’t hesitate to get in contact.
If you know any cultural organisations who might like to join, please encourage them to complete the online application form using the 'Join the Network' button on the Culture Network LCR website.
We're working hard for the Culture Network LCR to be the democratic and equitable CIC we all need and want, so the above offers the key components to getting this ball rolling. The network enables us to get networking, connecting, creating and being a stronger force for good - together!
Hope to see lots of you at the First Friday Social this Friday 4th October 5pm at the Royal Court. We'll be testing you all on who read to the bottom! |
| Best wishes,
Charlotte Corrie - Exec Director
The Culture Network LCR Board of Directors:
Emma Smith - Liverpool Irish Festival Gillian Miller - Royal Court Theatre Jay Farley - First Take Laura Pye - National Museums Liverpool Lucy Byrne - dot-art Madeline Heneghan - Writing on the Wall Nicola Triscott - FACT Patrick Fox - Heart of Glass |
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