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Craeft Community Portal is Now Live!

Are you a researcher in the fields of craft, an innovator, a craft professional, an architect with an interest in crafts, or simply someone passionate about the craft world? Do you have knowledge, stories, and insights to share about the rich diversity of crafts?

CRAEFT COMMUNITY PORTAL is the place for you!

Become a member and be part of the dynamic discussions on a wide range of craft-related topics.
Crafts are more than heritage — they foster social cohesion, build identity, and create a sense of belonging. They offer meaningful pathways to sustainable employment and empower individuals to build fulfilling careers. Crafts also enhance well-being by connecting people to their creativity and purpose. With sustainability at their core, they preserve cultural heritage, protect the environment through the use of local materials, and prioritise quality over mass production. Crafts are deeply tied to territory, reflecting the unique traditions and landscapes of each community. In a globalising world, they are the essence of cultural diversity, preserving and celebrating distinct identities and richness.

CRAFT COMMUNITY PORTAL's Thematic Pillars

To address the wide range of topics and the multifaceted nature of crafts, the Craeft Community Portal is structured around five thematic pillars:

1. Understanding & Valorisation
2. Authenticity & Safeguard
3. Transmission, Training, & Certification
4. Economics, Innovative & Sustainable Business Models
5. Documentation & Archiving

By tackling these challenges and opportunities together, we can help drive innovative solutions that support both product-based and service-oriented craft traditions. Your involvement in our community is key to shaping a future where every craft—whether it’s the creation of handcrafted goods or the restoration of heritage structures—receives the recognition and support it deserves.

Help Spread the Word!

Invite others to join the community and help us build an ecosystem where heritage, innovation, and sustainability thrive, with crafts playing a central role in shaping our world!

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