The local cultural policy plan 2026-2031 of GC Essegem, aimed at community building and development, empowering individuals, and fostering co-ownership through a broad range of (socio)cultural, (art)educational, and leisure activities, is under threat. The organization highlights its success due to a strong partnership in Jette, involving the Dutch-speaking cultural service, the library, the community center, and other local partners who collaborate daily to achieve as much as possible with limited resources.
However, rising costs and the lack of indexation of operating funds for years, on top of a 30% Flemish saving, deeply impact the collective project that offers residents of Jette open spaces and connecting activities.
GC Essegem does not agree with this policy choice and calls on citizens to sign an open letter in support.
