The Strategic Plan for the Cultural Development of Tavira outlines a comprehensive strategy for the cultural development of Tavira, focusing on preserving the city’s rich cultural heritage and promoting contemporary art. The document emphasises the importance of cultural values, strategic objectives, and an action plan to drive cultural growth in Tavira. It includes a detailed analysis of strategic municipal documents related to education, social issues, youth, tourism, economic development, and urban planning to inform the cultural development strategy.
The preliminary version of the document highlights the significance of collaboration with programmers, creators, mediators, and relevant entities to foster dialogue and generate insightful publications on cultural topics. It also underscores the collection of additional information from various bibliographic sources to enhance quantitative data with qualitative insights. The initial phase involved a thorough documentary analysis using a diverse range of sources to inform the strategic cultural development plan.
Moreover, the document stresses the importance of supporting and engaging stakeholders through consultation sessions, conversations, site visits, reflections, and written contributions to ensure the successful implementation of the cultural development plan.
It also mentions the involvement of AMAL and UAL in partnerships for monitoring and data collection, focusing on evaluating cultural and creative activities. The plan aims to enhance cultural programs in Tavira, improve the quality of local cultural sectors, and strengthen the city’s cultural positioning at the national level, with a particular focus on performing arts, interdisciplinary activities, and libraries/archives.
