WHO ARE WE
Culturans helps create thriving cities and communities through the power of arts & culture.
We advance local development internationally by democratizing the tools and outcomes of:

+ Urban Innovation
+ Creative Economies
+ Civic Engagement & Education


+ Urban Innovation
+ Creative Economies
+ Civic Engagement & Education
our creative citizens approach
We bridge artistic imagination, scientific curiosity, and community identity to change mindsets and address public issues at the heart of where human connections begin the social fabric of a city.
Our vision of the social fabric spans hemispheres, cultures, and sectors - connecting grassroots organizations and communities, scientific research institutions, and local governments.

Our methods, programs, and solutions foster collaboration, enable holistic perspectives on real-world issues, build capacity and outstanding talent, and improve the way life is experienced in every community and place.
Culturans helps create thriving cities through the power of art, culture and social innovation.
We work around the world with a local and holistic focus, combining the tools and outcomes of urbanism, creative industries, community development, education and environmental sustainability.
Life without heroic deed is no life at all.
                   — DAVID GEMMELL
Life without heroic deed is no life at all.
                   — David Gemmell
the RENAISSANCE creative citizens™ approach
Our programs and projects are driven by the idea of "creative citizenship". This "citizenship" is not an ID card —it is a way of life that empowers citizens to use their creativity to shape and improve their cities. Citizens are more than just consumers, voters, and taxpayers; they can also be problem solvers for their communities. This creative democratic force is not limited by nationality, geography, or skin color —it is a core human experience that can be harnessed as a tool to build a better future, from the bottom up.
CREATIVE CITIZENS NETWORK
Cities are territories of solutions created by others —a network of Creative Citizens. The vision of a collaborative social fabric that spans hemispheres, regions, sectors, and backgrounds guides our connection to local citizens from all walks of life, grassroots communities and organizations, academic and research institutions, and government agencies.
A PROVEN SYSTEM
Over the past decade, our team has developed the Creative Citizens™ Methodology, inspired by the system of the Italian Renaissance of the 15th century —a time when ordinary citizens were able to develop exceptional talents and knowledge with a human-centered approach to create public art, urban solutions, and entrepreneurial efforts that contributed to the betterment of their society. The Creative Citizens Methodology combines artistic imagination, scientific curiosity, and social entrepreneurship to transform cities on a human, community-based scale.
OUR WORK ᗒ