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Topic: Culture for the Young What Does the Young Generation Expect from Culture?
Date: March 23 and 24, 2026
Location: CAMP (Vyšehradská 51, Praha 2)
Registration: GoOut

Topic

What are the needs of the younger generation, and are we able to respond to them within the cultural sector? When and why does culture become inaccessible or uninteresting to young people? What should cultural institutions do to be perceived as relevant by young audiences? How can cities and local governments create conditions for the active participation of young people in culture?

The sixth edition of the Prague Cultural Forum explores what young people expect from culture today, the barriers they encounter, and the gaps they perceive in the approaches of the state, cities, and cultural organisations. The conference also focuses on how cultural institutions can attract young audiences and build long-term relationships with them.

At the conference you can look forward to

inspiring examples of work with young audiences from Czechia and abroad,
a digital anthropology perspective and research data on the cultural behavior of young people,
experiences of cities and cultural institutions that have been developing the younger generation's relationship to culture over the long term,
open discussion about barriers, accessibility, and the relevance of culture for young people,
practical workshops focused on cultural policy, working with public resources, and communicating with young audiences,
sharing best practices and blind alleys,
networking and a space for experts from the cultural, public, and research spheres to meet.

Programme

Monday, March 23 – Conference

9.00
Open door
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9.30–9.45
Opening remarks – Tomáš Slabihoudek, Kateřina Hakenová, Kristýna Kočová
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9.45–10.15
Do young people see themselves as “young”? We can reverse ageism in cultural spaces: Andreas del Álamo Cienfuegos, CEU University, Madrid, Spain
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10.15–10.50
Coffee break
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10.50–11.20
Rethinking Culture with and for Young People at the Local Level: Piet Forge, City of Leuven, Belgium
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11.25–12.00
The Oslo National Museum’s Work with Young Adults: Rikke G. Komissar, National Museum, Oslo, Norway
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12.00–13.30
Lunch break
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13.30–13.45
Young Data: A preview of research on the cultural behaviour of young people in Prague: Linda Krajčovič Synková, Kreativní Praha
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13.45–14.15
introduction of panel participants
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14.15–15.00
Panel discussion: What Does the Young Generation Expect from Culture? Bianka Machová, Filip Černý, Anna Klimešová, Mgr. Lucie Dokoupilová, Ph.D., MBA
15.00–15.10
Conference summary
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15.10–16.00
Informal networking

The conference will be held in Czech and English and will be fully simultaneously interpreted. Live captioning for deaf and hard-of-hearing participants will also be provided.

Tuesday, March 24 – Public Workshops

9.30
Venue opens
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10.00–12.00
Workshop 1 How to Effectively Use Municipal Resources to Support Young People’s Interest in Culture: Piet Forger | City of Leuven, Belgium
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12.00–13.00
Lunch break
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13.00–15.00
Workshop 2 Changing Communication as the Foundation of Full Audience Capacity: Karolína Kostková, Refresher
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International Guests

Andrés del Álamo Cienfuegos

A digital anthropologist focusing on the relationships between young people, parenting cultures, educational institutions, and technological devices. For the past five years, he has conducted research in this field and has collaborated on and coordinated EU initiatives. His work includes national studies on expectations and uses of artificial intelligence, a six-month ethnographic study in Chilean educational institutions, and contributions to the report My Connected Reality, a comprehensive study on young people’s cultural use of digital technologies in Spain and its generational impacts.

Piet Forger

Since 2015, Piet Forger has served as Head of the Department of Culture of the City of Leuven, Belgium, which has been designated European Capital of Culture 2030. He spent nearly 15 years as Chair of the Board of fABULEUS, a renowned theatre and dance company working with and for young people, as well as Artforum, an organisation focused on arts education. He is currently a board member of several cultural institutions in Leuven, including Museum M and the STUK arts centre. Piet Forger is also the initiator and Vice President of Vitamine C, a Flemish network advocating for art and culture as essential “vitamins” for young people.

Rikke G. Komissar

Rikke G. Komissar is Director of Education and Public Programmes at the National Museum in Oslo, Norway. She has more than 25 years of experience in the Norwegian art scene and has held senior curatorial positions in a number of cultural institutions. She holds an Executive Master of Management and a Cand. Mag. degree from the University of Oslo. Driven by a strong commitment to social engagement and inclusion, she has long focused on expanding access to art, with an emphasis on programmes for children and young people: a commitment that continues to shape her work today.

Detailed Programme

1. PANEL
International Inspiration
March 23, 2026, 9.45—12.00

The first part of the Prague Cultural Forum focuses on the relationship between the younger generation and culture, and on whether and how cultural institutions are able to respond to their needs. It addresses questions of accessibility, relevance, and the barriers that prevent young people from engaging with culture. Three keynote presentations offer perspectives from digital anthropology and experiences of institutions working with changing audiences.

International speakers:
‍Andrés del Álamo, Spain, CEU University
‍Rikke G. Komissar, Norway, National Museum
‍Piet Forger, Belgium, City of Leuven

Panel moderator:
Saša Michailidis

2. PANEL
What Does the Young Generation Expect from Culture?
March 23, 2026, 14.00—15.00

The second panel focuses on what young people expect from culture, the barriers they currently face, and the gaps they perceive in the approaches of the state, cities, and cultural organisations. The panel connects perspectives from media, cultural practice, and research, offering insights into how institutions can respond to the changing values and needs of young people.

Panel moderator:
Saša Michailidis

Keynote:
Young Data: A preview of research on the cultural behaviour of young people in Prague — Linda Krajčovič Synková, Kreativní Praha

Panelisté:
‍Bianca Machová — Public Engagement Manager, České Budějovice — EHMK 2028
‍Filip Černý — Music dramaturg, Rádio Wave
‍Anna Klimešová — Theatre director, kulturní centrum Vzlet
‍Mgr. Lucie Dokoupilová, Ph.D., MBA — Sociologist, Ostravská univerzita

WORKSHOP 1
How to Effectively Use Municipal Resources to Support Young People’s Interest in Culture: Piet Forger (City of Leuven, Belgie)
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March 24, 2026, 10.00—12.00

How can cities and local governments systematically support young people’s relationship with culture? How can cultural policy and the use of local resources be designed so that culture remains relevant, vibrant, and a natural part of young people’s everyday lives rather than a marginal activity?

Led by Piet Forger, long-time Head of the Department of Culture of the City of Leuven, this workshop offers inspiration from the practice of a European city that has been working strategically and consistently with young audiences. Participants will learn about concrete approaches, tools, and models of cooperation between local governments, cultural institutions, and young people — from strategic planning to the implementation of cultural activities.

The workshop focuses on how public resources can act as a catalyst for young people’s interest in culture and how to prevent cultural institutions from losing contact with their future audiences and creators.

The workshop is intended for representatives of municipal and state cultural departments, cultural organisations, and students.

The workshop will be held in English without interpretation. Capacity is limited; early registration is recommended.

WORKSHOP 2
Changing Communication as the Foundation of Full Audience Capacity: Karolína Kostková (Refresher)
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March 24, 2026, 13.00—15.00

The younger generation is growing up in an environment where technology is a natural part of everyday life, shaping how they perceive the world, communicate, and consume culture. What does this mean for cultural institutions and their communication strategies? What language should be used today to reach young audiences and stand out in an oversaturated media landscape?

The workshop focuses on shifts in communication strategies aimed at young audiences — from the choice of topics and tone of voice to visual style and content creation. Is form the decisive factor, or does what we say matter just as much? How is the visual taste of young people changing, and how can cultural institutions respond in practice?

The workshop is intended for representatives of cultural organisations as well as city and state authorities.

The workshop will be held in Czech. Capacity is limited; early registration is recommended.

FAQ

How do I get to PKF?

Address: 51 Vyšehradská Street, Prague 2, Centre for Architecture and Metropolitan Planning (CAMP)
Metro: line B, station Karlovo náměstí (3 minutes walk)
Tram: stop Moráň (1 minute walk)
Tram: stop Palackého náměstí (3 minutes walk)
Bus: stop Karlovo náměstí (1 minute walk)
Bicycle: use the bicycle stand right in front of the entrance
Car: there are parking spaces in the area for disabled persons only, please contact CAMP staff on (+420) 770 141 547 when entering the area, they will lift the barrier for you. The nearest paid parking lot is on Charles Square.

Is the area wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the space is wheelchair accessible.

Who is PKF for?

PKF is for cultural professionals and the general public interested in culture.

Is PKF free?

Yes, the entire PKF programme is free, you only need to register for the individual parts of the programme.

What language will the PKF be in?

The conference on Monday, March 23, will be held in Czech and English, with full simultaneous interpretation.

The workshops on Tuesday, March 24, will be held in Czech without interpretation.

Will I be able to attend any part of the programme after registration?

Yes, after registering, you will have access to any part of the program. However, please keep in mind that individual parts of the program have different capacity limits.

Prague Cultural Forum 2026

The Prague Cultural Forum is an international professional conference of the cultural and creative community organized by Creative Prague. Prague Cultural Forum is a platform for discussion, inspiration and systemic development of culture.