Some cultural institutions do not have the ability to exercise democratic participation as a central pillar of their practices, or they find it very difficult to successfully apply it. In light of this situation, would it be a good idea to pursue new paths that make it possible to democratise institutions and carry out fairer, more equitable action?

The aim of this discussion panel is to reflect on the steps that should be followed in order to turn the current situation around and understand what role each stakeholder should have in terms of the conflict between multiculturalism, decolonisation and cultural hegemony. To explore and determine the ideal conditions under which cultural institutions approach cultural democracy, in terms of internal decision-making and all of their practices.

Participating in the debate:

Pedro Jiménez Álvarez, a member of ZEMOS98 Sociedad Cooperativa Andaluza.

Laia Forné, sociologist and the co-founder of the La Hidra cooperative.

Sara Brighenti, deputy commissioner for the National Arts Plan, promoter and co-author of the Porto Santo Charter.

Julia Pagel, secretary general of the Network of European Museum Organisations (NEMO).

Moderated by Jorge Luis Marzo, who has a PhD in Cultural Studies, He is an exhibition curator, a maker of audiovisuals and full professor at BAU, Design College of Barcelona.