Culture And Local Development (Local Economic and Employment Development)
Publisher: Organization for Economic Cooperation & Devel
Published: April 28, 2005
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 200
ISBN-13: 9789264009905
Subjects: Economics, Finance, Business and Industry; Reference works; Reference - General; Business & Economics; Business / Economics / Finance; Cultural industries; Cultural policy; Economic development; Business/Economics
Description: This publication highlights the impact of culture on local economies and the methodological issues related to its identification.  In particular, the book demonstrates that the contemporary contribution of culture to economic development is not only limited to attracting tourists, but that it increasingly acts as a catalyst for other activities to further develop through territorial clusters.  It also demonstrates the power of culture as a tool for the social integration of distressed people and communities, thus contributing to sustainable development. Building on recent international case studies, Culture and Local Development shows how public policies can foster culture as a lever for local economic development in terms of partnerships, tax relief, and other innovative instruments.  The book also sets out the implications for national governments in the fields of education and intellectual property rights.