By DHAdmann After reading a couple of articles and reports made by museums about the commitments made to create more “diversity” in their art institutions after the Black Lives Matter movement, I realize that they got carried away by the pressure of complaint letters, protests, and media. They didn’t set up a first logical question [...]

By DHAdmann and Sofia Reyes In recent years, the issue of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in museums has gained significant attention, particularly in the realm of contemporary art. This surge in awareness was catalyzed by movements such as Black Lives Matter, which shed light on systemic racism and discrimination within cultural institutions. The conversation [...]

by Savanna Fortgang Hi, Savanna, my name is Antonia Alampi. I am a Southern Italian, Berlin based curator and art historian who has worked in a series of different institutions. Places ranging from working in Beirut, in Cairo, and in Berlin initially at Savvy Contemporary. I am currently the artistic and executive director of, Spore [...]

by Sofia Reyes In a significant move to combat discrimination and promote inclusivity, the Berlin Senate has announced a new requirement for public funding in the cultural sector: introducing an anti-discrimination clause, making it mandatory for cultural institutions to commit to combating anti-Semitism and all forms of discrimination. Senator for Culture Joe Chialo captured the [...]

by Sofia Reyes Berlin’s State Museums have recently increased their entrance fees, signaling a move away from the ideal of free access for all. It is evident that the initial vision outlined in the 2018 coalition agreement of the CDU and SPD, aiming to increase free admission to federally funded cultural institutions, has faded or, [...]