Trump administration report criticises Smithsonian’s interpretation of American history

Published the Trump administration on 4 July 2026, the report “Saving America’s Story” accuses the Smithsonian Institution of…

Museums in Flanders launch Charter to strengthen dialogue with society

Museums in Flanders have introduced the charter “Museums in dialogue with society. Active, committed and reciprocal” with the aim…

NEMO leads workshop on queer inclusion at…

From 10–13 May 2026, museum professionals from across Germany gathered in Münster for the annual conference of the German Museums Association, focusing on diversity and how museums can become more welcoming spaces for all. As part…

 
NEMO contributes museum perspective to Advisory Board meeting of the Create to…

On 5 May 2026, Julia Pagel, Secretary General of NEMO, took part in an online meeting of the Create to be Free Platform Advisory…

Report examines cultural rights, artistic freedom and democratic resilience

Drawing on Europe‑wide survey data, workshops and desk research, the report “Between Rhetoric and Reality: Cultural Rights,…

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A guide to managing incidents and promoting…

The guide “A Guide to Managing Incidents and Promoting Safety in Culture” addresses the growing number of disruptive and, in some cases, violent incidents targeting cultural institutions, events, and professionals. Developed by…

 
Study shows widespread self-censorship in philanthropy in the US

A recent report by the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy (NCRP) shows a troubling trend among foundations in the…

US museum bodies speak out against government censorship

The Trump administration’s latest interference in museums has drawn widespread media attention and resulted in strong responses…

Open call: Contribute to NEMO’s resource hub…

In July 2025, NEMO launched a new resource hub dedicated to supporting the independence of museums. The hub highlights NEMO’s key actions and advocacy work to protect museum independence and promote open, democratic cultural…