Aveiro e o caminho para o reconhecimento internacional
: estratégias culturais e cidades criativas em foco

  • Ana Maria Dias Pinto Machado (Student)

Student thesis: Master's Thesis

Abstract

This work explores the intersection between the concept of creative cities and the recognition of the European Capital of Culture, with a particular focus on the city of Aveiro. The research questions how Aveiro and similar cities use creativity and culture as fundamental pillars not just to gain international recognition but also to promote sustainable and inclusive urban development. The main objective of this dissertation is to clarify the concepts of creative cities and the European Capital of Culture, identify success factors in this context, analyze the criteria set by the European Union for recognizing these cities, examine Aveiro's cultural strategy for the period from 2019 to 2030, and assess Aveiro's application process for the European Capital of Culture, as well as its recognition as the Portuguese Capital of Culture in 2024. The methodology adopted in this dissertation follows an exploratory approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analyses. The study begins with the problem definition and a review of relevant literature, followed by an analysis of official documents related to Aveiro's applications and municipal cultural strategies for the period from 2019 to 2030. The interpretation of the collected data to answer the research question culminates in the documentation and dissemination of the obtained results. In conclusion, it highlights the importance of Creative Cities as essential drivers for sustainable and inclusive urban development. The role of well-defined cultural strategies and community involvement are emphasized as crucial elements for the success of cities in asserting themselves as centers of cultural and creative excellence on the international stage.
Date of Award31 Jul 2024
Original languagePortuguese
Awarding Institution
  • Universidade Católica Portuguesa
SupervisorLuís Teixeira (Supervisor)

Keywords

  • Creative city
  • UNESCO
  • Portugal
  • Aveiro
  • European capital of culture
  • Urban development
  • Portuguese capital of culture

Designation

  • Mestrado em Gestão de Indústrias Criativas

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