Cultural Participation

Kerry McCall Magan is Country Director for the British Council in Ireland. In this role, Kerry is engaged in strategic cultural relations activity between the UK and Ireland that fosters understanding, knowledge and trust between both nations, in the areas of arts and culture, higher education and youth development. Prior to this, Kerry’s career has included senior roles in higher education, and the arts and cultural sectors in Ireland.

• 1. Introduction.- 2. Sociological Questions Of Culture.- 3. Ireland.- 4. Researching Culture, Class And Distinction In Dublin, Ireland.- 5. A Nation Highly Engaged.- 6. Emerging Cultural Capital.- 7- Policy Implications And Recommendations.