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Bússola

Santa Maria da Feira , Portugal
Legal status
private commercial company
Type of organisation
festival, resource / information provider, umbrella organisation, development agency
Main discipline
contemporary circus and outdoor arts
Type of activities
cultural participation projects targeting specific audiences
advocacy
documentation and observation
facilitating professional meetings
mentoring / practical support
production
programming
promotion
publishing
training / education / professional
Year established
2012
Circostrada member since
2018
International Cooperation projects: 
Other networks the organisation belongs to
Contact Person
Bruno Costa & Daniel Vilar (Co-directors)
Address
Edifício Feira Park – Sala 2.4; Rua do Feira Park, nº 50
4520-632, Santa Maria da Feira - Portugal

A multidisciplinary organisation dedicated to the cultural and creative sectors, Bússola guides its work through a strategic vision focused on the design, planning, funding, and implementation of projects that generate meaningful impact in contemporary society. Adopting an integrated approach across all stages of the artistic value chain and cultural programming, Bússola collaborates with artists, private organisations, and public entities to design initiatives that combine innovation, sustainability, and the creation of social and economic value. With a leading role in placemaking and the creative economy, Bússola is a key reference in the development of artistic creation in public space in Portugal. Its practice bridges strategic consultancy, cultural programming, and project design, with a clear emphasis on internationalisation and the promotion of emerging artistic and creative trends. By fostering innovative practices and experimental languages, Bússola reinforces the role of culture as a catalyst for urban regeneration, territorial identity, and social cohesion. Aligned with European policies on diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, belonging and sustainability, Bússola responds to global challenges through a future-oriented and collaborative perspective. It understands placemaking as a tool for building creative and resilient territories, revitalising communities and generating vibrant environments that enhance cultural wellbeing. In the fields of education and audience development, Bússola plays a transformative role by fostering creative experiences that stimulate critical thinking and nurture the artistic and technical skills of new generations. By empowering professionals to act as agents of change, Bússola promotes a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility, contributing to the consolidation of the cultural and creative sectors as key drivers of sustainable development at both local and international levels.

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