Intermediaries Strengthening Collaboration

Article: Local Authorities Artists and Intermediaries Working in Synergy

This research focuses on establishing purposeful collaboration between local authorities, artists, and intermediaries working in synergy. Drawing on insights from the co-creation of the emerging CCI4Change collaboration model and five case studies, the study advocates for a systematic approach to local authority-driven partnerships with artists to achieve enhanced sustainability. The research examines the key factors required to foster collaboration, addressing the key capacities of each actor, local authorities, artists, and intermediaries, while also identifying the prerequisites and obstacles for a purposeful and successful collaboration." The research is authored by Krista Petäjäjärvi (University of Lapland) and co-authored by Heini Haapaniemi (Aalto University / South-Eeastern Finland Universtity of Applied Sciences Xamk) and Anu Vainio (Xamk). The peer-reviewed article was presented at the Cumulus Conference: Ethical Leadership: A new Frontier for Desing in June, 2025.

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