ABSTRACT

Cities and regions should, through a process of exchange, evaluate projects with partners in order to develop new innovative models. Creativity and innovation are the core of capability in culture. The innovative political response to culture, which requires changes in the way that cultural funders and cultural organizations conduct their business. The innovation of people and professionals in culture, education and business sectors of a certain society are capable of making a quick change and responding to new challenges. Strategic plans for culture in the city are important for the development of creativity. It is crucial for a city to have well connected cultural institutions with a local cultural department, since those cultural institutions, art organizations, and galleries present the ecosystem of the city. Culture is the fourth pillar of sustainable development.