Haenke

Haenke is looking for partners from design, visual arts, music, architecture, biodiversity and urban studies to cooperate in a project “Free Radicals”. This is a proposal for a hybrid collaborative toolkit for individuals and institutions within the creative and cultural sector designed to enhance their understanding of plant biodiversity in their practice. They create public space installations, debate forums, practical workshops, education content, or community outreach activities.

Organisation: Haenke is an interdisciplinary research studio that aims to raise awareness about the role of plant biodiversity for medicine and (more-than) human health. We create public space installations, debate forums, practical workshops, educational content or community outreach activities by combining traditional plant knowledge with evidence-based research and innovations. Using the transformative power of arts, culture, design, and other fields of creative expression as a vehicle for social change, we create impactful projects that result in better understanding of the natural world.

Project proposal: “Free Radicals” is a proposal for a hybrid collaborative toolkit for individuals and institutions within the creative and cultural sector designed to enhance their understanding of plant biodiversity in their practice. It will serve as a comprehensive resource, providing the community with the knowledge and tools necessary to explore and incorporate plant biodiversity into art, designs, architecture proposals or exhibitions. It will include information on various plant species, their ecological significance, and the role they play in supporting biodiversity. The toolkit will equally delve into the connections between plants and cultural heritage, highlighting the importance of preserving and championing botanical diversity, indigenous knowledge as well as the latest scientific findings. Additionally, it will feature practical guidance on sustainable sourcing of plant materials, ethical considerations, and methods for responsibly incorporating natural elements into exhibition making processes. Enhanced comprehension of local biodiversity can play a pivotal role in addressing prevalent sustainability challenges faced by creative practitioners and cultural organisations. By acquiring a deeper understanding of the unique ecological makeup of a specific region, individuals and institutions can make informed decisions that minimise negative environmental impacts and promote sustainable practices. This understanding enables creative practitioners to harness the potential of local flora and fauna, integrating them into their artistic processes in a manner that respects and enhances biodiversity. Cultural organisations can also benefit from this knowledge by adopting sustainable policies and initiatives that prioritise the preservation and conservation of local ecosystems. Moreover, a heightened awareness of local biodiversity fosters a sense of responsibility and stewardship among creative practitioners and cultural organisations, encouraging them to actively contribute to the broader goal of environmental sustainability.

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Alexandra Antih Strelcova

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European Forum for Restorative Justice (EFRJ)

Ukrainian Cultural Foundation

Towarzystwo Dramatyczne im. A. Fredry FREDREUM

Cēsis municipality (Department of Culture)

Pulse Cultural Network for Transition

NUISIS ZOBOP

Gerador

CRL - Central Elétrica

Theatre Smješko

Provincia di Bergamo

Compañía Danza Vinculados

Rising Pixel

Kuopio Dance Festival

Make More

National Reserve “Zamky Ternopilya”

Hybridart Management

Haenke

Turku University of Applied Sciences

SOMA

Casa Pintada Foundation

Klaipeda Culture Communication Center (KCCC)

La Liminal

Rasmussen Nordic

Cultures Eco Actives

Culture Select

Kansanmusiikkiyhdistys Rällä ry

ESCS – School of Communication and Media studies

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Centre Cultural Casa Planas AC

Foundation Integro-EU

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6×6 Centre for Photography

UNESCO Chair in Cultural Policy and Management, Srbia

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Art & Design Institut, Czech Republic

Mittelfest, Italy

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Danish TV station, Denmark

Mediterranean Citizens Assembly Foundation, Spain

La boîte à resorts, France

“Gavella “city drama theatre, Croatia

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AZRRI, Croatia

Sistrum Association, Poland

Haenke

Czech Republic (EU)

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