10 learnings from the Data Conversations impact survey
The Data Conversations project recently invited cultural professionals and creatives to share their perspectives on impact needs and challenges. Discover the ...
10 learnings from the Data Conversations impact survey
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Transform Data into Impact
Empowering the CCI Sector through AI-Enhanced Impact Design, Creative Data Collection, and Digital Transformation
Data • Creativity • Impact
Transforming Culture for the Digital Age
Data Conversations aims to enhance the societal and economic impact of the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) sector by addressing key challenges in impact design, data literacy, digitalisation, and AI adoption. The project brings together cultural organisations, universities, and sector-wide networks to:
- Develop DIDACT.
- A digital, AI-enhanced impact design and assessment tool, building on successful frameworks like the MeMind Impact Canvas, Museums of Impact self-evaluation, and the Europeana Impact Playbook.
- Create Info-Experiences.
- Innovative, artistic methods for creative data collection to better understand and engage audiences.
- Host Artistic Residencies.
- Training at least ten artists and creative professionals to co-develop new audience-centric data collection methods.
Creative Minds • Data-Driven Futures
On a mission to bridge the gap between creativity and digital innovation
Data Conversations is a collaborative initiative that empowers the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) sector to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. We bring together cultural organisations, universities, creative professionals, and sector networks across Europe to transform how impact, data, and technology are integrated into cultural practice.
Our mission
Our mission is to bridge the gap between creativity and digital innovation. Through tools like DIDACT—our AI-powered impact design platform—and through creative data collection methods, artistic residencies, and tailored training, we equip cultural professionals with the skills and insights they need to drive meaningful change.
We believe that by making data more accessible, creative, and human-centered, CCIs can not only better engage audiences and enhance sustainability, but also lead the way in the responsible use of AI and digital technologies.
Data Conversations is about building capacity, sparking dialogue, and shaping a more impactful, inclusive, and digitally confident cultural sector.
A matter of taste. The importance of context
Collecting data without an adequate strategy is like eating a bland soup that doesn't give you the results you expected. The simple availability of data ...
Too big to quench your thirst. Data quality, not quantity
Having more data doesn't necessarily mean you have better data. The cultural and creative industries, in particular, risk falling into this trap. Data on ...
A very varied data menu
Learn about the importance of selecting appropriate data types and analysis methods to effectively measure and communicate the impact of cultural and creative initiatives.
Number fascination: a reflection on data and measuring
Learn to critically assess the purpose, type, and context of data to ensure meaningful and ethical measurement of impact, especially in cultural and creative fields.
What we learned from ‘The Culture Node’: an installation to map a shared experience of culture
Learn how an interactive installation effectively engaged the public in reflecting on cultural experiences.
Get in touch
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re a cultural organisation, creative professional, policymaker, or just curious about the project, reach out to us for more information, collaboration opportunities, or media inquiries.
- Project Lead
- Project Lead: Fondazione Sistema Toscana (FST)
- Address
- Europe-wide initiative with a central coordination office in:
Via Duca D'Aosta 9
50129 Firenze • Italy