Recipient of the German Cultural Policy Honor: MonikaGrütters in latest recognition. - Award for German Cultural Policy Goes to Monika Grütters
In the heart of Berlin, the German Cultural Council recently announced that Monika Gruetters, a prominent member of the CDU party, would be the recipient of the Cultural Policy Award for 2021. This prestigious honour, known as the "Kulturpolitik-Preis" in German, is bestowed upon individuals who have made significant contributions to cultural policy.
Monika Gruetters, who served as Germany’s Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media, was chosen for her outstanding work in shaping cultural policy, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her efforts to support the arts and cultural sector at the federal level have been widely recognised.
Gruetters' tenure as State Minister for Culture and Media from 2013 to 2021 under Chancellor Angela Merkel saw cultural policy issues becoming much more audible and visible. During the Corona pandemic, cultural institutions in Germany had to temporarily close, and Gruetters played a crucial role in ensuring their survival and continued growth.
The Cultural Policy Award is not a new accolade. It has been given since 2021, following the legacy of the former "Cultural Groschen". Previous winners include Bénédicte Savoy, Hans Joachim Schellnhuber, and Josef Schuster, all of whom have made substantial impacts on cultural development and policy frameworks in Germany.
Monika Gruetters, a former Minister of State for Culture, will receive the award on September 24 in Berlin. However, the specific contributions that led to her recognition are not yet fully detailed.
The Cultural Policy Award is a testament to the importance of cultural policy in Germany and the recognition of those who dedicate their careers to its advancement. As we look forward to the award ceremony, we celebrate Monika Gruetters' achievements and the continued growth of the cultural sector in Germany.
- Despite Monika Gruetters' focus on shaping national cultural policy, her contributions extend beyond the arts, possibly influencing the community policy, particularly in the realm of outdoor-living and home-and-garden, as she played a pivotal role in ensuring the survival and growth of various cultural institutions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The impact of cultural policy is not confined to the traditional arts, and winners of the Cultural Policy Award, like Monika Gruetters, demonstrate how such policies can shape an individual's lifestyle, fostering an environment where outdoor-living thrives and home-and-garden practices flourish.
