CLiViE (The Cultural Literacies’ Value in Europe) – is a research-based project funded by the Horizon Europe programme and implemented between 2024–2027 by the University of Helsinki in collaboration with the association Kūrybinės jungtys and 11 partners from across Europe.
The project aims to explore and develop innovative practices that enhance the quality and impact of cultural education in Europe, fostering a more tolerant society. Its activities seek to expand the understanding and value of cultural literacy across Europe.
Throughout the project, the Theory of Change (ToC) and Social Return on Investment (SROI) methodologies will be applied to deepen understanding of the value created through cultural literacy and arts education.
The Kūrybinės jungtys team is conducting four case studies within the project, working with youth groups of different ages and applying the principles of creative partnerships that the organization has been developing and practicing for many years.
These practical studies aim to identify and measure both the tangible and intangible value and impact of cultural education in building a more inclusive and civically active society. Young people are actively involved in the research process — their voices and experiences are heard and taken into account when developing guidelines and principles that strengthen and activate the field of cultural education in Lithuania and across Europe.
Insights and recommendations gathered from participants and researchers are shared by Kūrybinės jungtys through the creation of communities of practice, as well as presentations in Lithuania and at international events.
Throughout the project, Kūrybinės jungtys also initiates public discussions about the values created through cultural education and the importance of including young people’s voices in learning and decision-making processes.
Target Audience
The target audience of this research consists of two age groups – children aged 10–13 and young people aged 15–18. These stages are significant because they coincide with key transitions within the education system (for example, when children move from primary to lower secondary education, and when young people move from lower secondary to upper secondary or gymnasium level).
How the Research Is Conducted
Kūrybinės jungtys team is carrying out four case studies – two within formal education contexts and two in non-formal education settings or community environments. The goal of these studies is to gain a deeper understanding of young people’s experiences and expectations in the fields of cultural education and cultural literacy, as well as to assess the impact of cultural learning activities.
During the case studies, groups of children and young people work together with Kūrybinės jungtys practitioners in a series of creative learning sessions.
Through these sessions, they explore questions of identity, belonging, and community, and search for ways in which communities living side by side – often from different cultural or social backgrounds – can build relationships, address tensions, and overcome challenges.
Together with the young participants, the team seeks ways to foster dialogue, strengthen connections, and explore how lifelong cultural learning can become an effective tool for nurturing and sustaining social and community bonds.
Project Coordinator: University of Helsinki
learn more about CLiViE project: https://www.clivieproject.eu/
The CLiViE project is funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe programme.
