The Letter of Intent for Culture in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area outlines the significance of culture in shaping community identity and heritage within the Lisbon Metropolitan Area (AML), which comprises 18 municipalities. It highlights the region’s rich historical and contemporary cultural landscape, characterised by diverse origins, languages, and ethnicities. The document emphasises collaborative cultural dynamics, advocating for freedom of expression, democracy, and municipalism.
Key initiatives proposed include conducting integrated heritage surveys, establishing cultural routes, and creating a metropolitan cultural agenda that promotes sustainability, inclusion, and gender equality. Additionally, the establishment of a Cultural Observatory is suggested to collect and share cultural data, fostering a deeper understanding of the region’s cultural assets.
Overall, the letter aims to strengthen cultural development and collaboration across the AML, celebrating its pluralistic identity and shared values.
