Welcome to the AB+ (Positive). Here you will find information and news from the AB+ conference which took place at the Aberdeen Arts Centre on the 26th of January 2012.
This conference aims to build on the development of our cultural strategy, Vibrant Aberdeen by not only celebrating the cultural life of the city but also opening a dialogue on how this can be developed to play a more prominent role in the city’s future. We want the conference to challenge our thinking, to create a platform for innovative ideas and ultimately identify what steps we need to take in order to achieve these ambitions.
The conference was constructed of key-note speakers, workshops and a question and answer panel session. The content focused on local cultural provision in the context of our existing strengths, our national and international linkages and those areas where we acknowledge that improvement is required. It will also looked for inspiration from other cities throughout the world with the speakers drawing on their own knowledge and experiences.
While leading cultural thinkers, economists and strategists will provide insight and challenge assumptions the ideas and the ambition must come from within our community … from you. This is your opportunity to shape the future of the city and help make Vibrant Aberdeen a reality.
