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Culture for everyone: Freising's path to more participation and diversity!
On July 23, 2025, cultural advisor Nico Heitz spoke in Freising about cultural participation and the importance of diversity for urban society.
Culture for everyone: Freising's path to more participation and diversity!
On July 23, 2025, an exciting discussion about cultural participation and its importance for society took place in Freising. Cultural speaker Nico Heitz talked about how important participation in cultural offerings is for the community and the challenges that many people face when they have to overcome possible hurdles. He made it clear that the city has a responsibility to create suitable framework conditions and thus increase accessibility to culture. “Cultural participation is not a clearly defined concept,” says Heitz, “but rather an overarching goal that we must strive for.”
Heitz pointed out the important measures that need to be taken to achieve this: funding offers, affordable spaces and low-threshold participation opportunities are essential. A comprehensive understanding of culture that includes high and subculture equally is particularly important to him. He made it clear that a diverse range of cultural workers are active in Freising, from high culture to subculture to young and traditional forms.
Cultural participation rethought
The aim of the initiative to promote cultural participation is to enable people, regardless of their origin or social class, to be able to express themselves culturally. “We want to enable cultural engagement on both an individual and group level,” explained a representative from cultural participation BW. This movement promotes appreciation of the cultural contributions of diverse groups and individuals.
It is important to create a socially inclusive cultural life that is shaped by many people and that truly enables everyone to take part in cultural development. Especially in times of social polarization, places that promote togetherness are essential. Heitz highlighted this aspect because he recognizes and appreciates the strength of urban society in its cultural diversity.
A call to creativity
Nico Heitz praised the commitment and courage of those present to find common solutions. “We must look together for new ways in which we can achieve culture,” said the cultural officer in his passionate speech. His approach to making the interests and preferences of cultural offerings visible reflects the goal of empowering diverse population groups.
In summary, it shows that cultural participation is a central building block for a lively, inclusive and diverse coexistence in Freising. “Every contribution, no matter how small, counts,” was the tenor of the discussion. Strong cultural engagement could be the key to strengthening community and expanding cultural access, wherever the journey may take. It will be exciting to see what ideas and projects will emerge from this discussion.