Federal Council adopts Pro Helvetia goals
The Federal Council has adopted the strategic objectives of the Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia for the years 2016-2020. One of its priorities is to strengthen the international presence of Swiss culture.
In addition to strengthening its international presence, the Federal Council emphasizes the "creation and innovation", "social cohesion" and "cultural participation" axes of action defined in the 2016-2020 Cultural Dispatch.
Pro Helvetia's strategic priorities have been aligned with the objectives of the Cultural Dispatch, according to a press release issued by the federal government. In order to promote artistic creation in Switzerland, the foundation will now also introduce work grants in the field of visual arts and will further develop the promotion of design and interactive digital media under the "Culture and Economy" priority.
An initial target period from 2012 to the end of 2015 was approved by the Federal Council in November 2011. Pro Helvetia's mission is to "promote and publicize the diversity of Swiss artistic and cultural creation, promote popular culture and foster cultural exchange in Switzerland and worldwide".
