Amateo is the only European Network to Promote and Advocate for Active Participation in Arts and Culture. Founded in 2008 it includes 45 national and regional umbrellas and associations from 24 EU member states and programme countries.
Influencing how Europe and European nations think and act about active participation in the arts and culture.
Facilitating opportunities for cross national collaborative working
Supporting our members to increase their knowledge, skills and capacities
Facilitating opportunities for sharing both best practice and innovative approaches to active participation in arts and culture
Providing a platform for research
Establish Amateo as a strong, visible and resilient network
Fighting for Democracy – The Role of Cultural Participation
4 December 2025
Job shadowing
2 October 2025
The Mighty Creatives – UK
5 March 2025
Culture Action Europe and amateur arts
12 February 2025
