Culture in Closeness Festival

Focusing on ideas of openness, cultural accessibility and societal fairness, cultural organisations in Gdansk have put on a programme of events. The programme includes participation of art therapists and psychologists in a spirit of fostering better social relations, events tailored for and exploring the participation of physically and intellectually disabled people in cultural events and in public life, and a debate entitled "Culture as a Bridge for Dialogue between people". The festival is focusing on the promotion of inclusive culture, sharing best practices in how to foster inclusivity as well as building integration between different social groups through various events at the festival.