As a project partner, ARS BALTICA is delighted to invite you to join the Culture For Resilience (C4R) Forum, the final event of the BSR Cultural Pearls project during its Interreg BSR co-funding period, taking place in Varde, Denmark, from November 25-27, 2025 celebrating the project's past, present and possible future.
Over three years, the BSR Cultural Pearls project has empowered towns and cities across the Baltic Sea Region to use culture as a tool for building stronger, more inclusive communities. Together, we have created a network of proud residents, creative minds and dedicated partners who have turned ideas into real change. The forum will celebrate these achievements and open the door to what comes next.
Why attend?
This is your chance to explore how culture can drive social resilience and local transformation. The forum offers hands-on tools, inspiring talks, and fresh insights from those who have led change on the ground. As part of the Forum, you will take part in workshops, keynotes and meetings with leading experts from the BSR Cultural Pearls project. You’ll have the chance to gain tailored knowledge, celebrate at the Award Ceremony for the 2026 Pearls, and enjoy the festive project closure event, which will also feature informal activities. It’s a moment to connect, reflect, and gear up for the future with renewed creativity and confidence.
Who should attend?
The forum welcomes local decision-makers, cultural professionals, policymakers, civil society organisations, and anyone working at the intersection of culture and community development. Whether you’ve been part of the Cultural Pearls journey or are curious to join in, this is the place to be.
Registration
1) Book your travel and accommodation now
Varde is a small city and hotel capacity is limited – early booking is essential. One of the hotels has the reservation deadline already on 31 August.
Hotel options and travel guidance are available on the Practicalities page.
2) Register for the Forum
→ Fill in the registration form.
You will be asked to provide your travel and accommodation details directly in the form.
3) What’s next?
Once the agenda is confirmed, we’ll be in touch with additional information. You will receive a follow-up form to choose your preferred workshops, dinners, cultural events, and other activities.
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