Our research strategy

Research Strategy

1. Aims:

In establishing a strategic research and evaluation programme, the Crafts Council aims to enhance its capacity to:
· Engage effectively in the public policy arena;
· Plan and deliver progressive, high impact policies and programmes;
· Support partner agencies and contemporary craft makers in their work.

2. Objectives:

In support of these aims, the Crafts Council’s research objectives are:

2.1. To bridge the evidence gap:
We will develop and maintain robust sector intelligence which:
· Provides a clear yet nuanced picture of the nature and value of contemporary craft practice;
· Charts and anticipates sector trends and the economic, social, cultural and political contexts for contemporary craft practice;
· Articulates the value of contemporary craft against public policy agendas.

2.2. To harness available sector intelligence:
We will gather, connect and disseminate available intelligence, in order to improve partnership between the academic and public sectors and in particular to support evidence-based approaches to crafts sector development.

2.3. To support the craft research sector:
We will support the continued development of a dynamic and sustainable crafts research sector, and promote connections between academic and public sectors.