Survey on the Impact of Digital Cultural Content on Democracy and Civic Engagement in Higher Education contexts

The present document illustrates the work carried out by the Michael Culture Association (MCA) with its members and the strategic partnership of ENCATC, the European network on cultural management and policy. Supporting heritage institutions in the digital transition is the core mission of both Michael Culture and ENCATC. In this context, the two networks conducted a desk analysis about the impact of digital cultural content on democracy and civic engagement in education, collecting feedback from their members and external stakeholders. The need to explore this topic emerged from the experience of several MCA’s EU-funded projects — such as CrowdHeritage, CrowdSchool, and others2 — that combined participatory practices, digital cultural heritage, and educational stakeholders. These initiatives demonstrated the potential of digital heritage to play a pivotal role in civic life, fostering inclusive narratives and active citizenship.