Urban spaces are more than just buildings and roads. They are living environments shaped by culture, history, and creativity. In Amsterdam’s NDSM area and STRAAT Museum, a research trip reveals how art and personal stories connect deeply with family roots and community identity. This connection offers a powerful example of how arts integration can drive sustainable urban development. Street art mural on NDSM STRAAT reflecting urban culture THE STORY OF STRAAT The STRAAT muse

The sun may have set on our incredible one-day event, but the movement we launched on Monday, October 27th, 2025, at The Platform Morecambe is just beginning! The Cleaner Shores: Brighter Futures event was a vibrant, hands-on success, proving the deep connection between our local environment and the profound impact accessible arts can have on mental well-being. Thanks to the generous support of the Arts Council National Lottery , we brought together creativity and community t

Hey changemakers and creatives! Here at Community Mind Connect (CMC), we're buzzing with excitement about our evolving journey and the...