The document discusses the role of arts, creativity, and digital technology in supporting community cohesion and collaboration. It provides examples of how the Bournville community in Birmingham, which faces pressures as funding decreases, uses local websites, social media, and digital publishing to connect residents and share their stories. These digital tools allow the community to preserve their unique identity and support cohesion in an affordable way. The role of arts and creativity is to help communities work together and share their experiences with other groups.

1. Creativity, Community and the Arts: fostering collaboration HCT AD Women’s College 24 th February 2011

2. Creativity, Community and the Arts: fostering collaboration Dave Harte Birmingham City University [email_address] twitter.com/daveharte

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29. Creativity, Community and the Arts: fostering collaboration Amanda Roberts Midlands Arts Centre