3. Culture and arts become an integral part of city life
A City for People
Green Deal goals in social affairs.
The aim of Reykjavík City is to ensure equal opportunities for all residents to participate in and enjoy culture and arts.
- All Reykjavík City residents, regardless of age, are invited to partake and enjoy culture and arts
- Cultural activity is visible and lively in all neighborhoods of the city
- The arts and cultural life are the basis for the diversity of the city and reflect it
- Reykjavík is a city that domestic and foreign visitors tour to enjoy arts and culture
- Reykjavík is a city where artists from all over the world seek to work
Actions under the goal
| Action name | Status | Completion | Updated | Departments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renovation of Grófarhús | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Aðalstræti 10 - a new exhibition of the City Museum | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Rainbow Certifications of the City's cultural institutions | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Review of the policies of the City of Literature, City Museum, and City of Music | In progress | 2024 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| City festival conversation platform | In progress | Ongoing | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Taking action on accessibility - Hand in Hand | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Consultation on the operations of the City Library | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Mapping of art spaces in the city | In progress | 2025 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
Societal objective
- 1. For All of Us | The Green Deal Residents' well-being and the feeling of belonging in Reykjavík.
- 2. Let Dreams Come True | The Green Deal Children and adolescents let their dreams come true.
- 3. Culture and arts will be integrated into city life | Green Deal Everyone has equal opportunities to participate in and enjoy culture and arts.
- 4. Sports for all | Green Deal Most people regularly engage in sports or other physical activities.
- 5. Improved public health | Green Deal A health-promoting, sustainable, and diverse community.
- 6. Human rights, increased participation, and improved conversations with residents | Green Deal Residents have the opportunity to work with the City to improve their quality of life.