nellinsieme

Nellinsieme is a multidisciplinary cultural initiative focused on collaborative creation across the arts and education. Based in Rome, it operates through a network of artists, educators, and community organizers and engages participants from diverse backgrounds in its programs.

It was founded in 2015 by a group of artists and educators seeking to center shared authorship and inclusive processes. Derived from the Italian phrase nell'insieme, the name reflects the organization's emphasis on collective work and the idea that meaning emerges from assembled parts.

Nellinsieme runs artist residencies, collaborative art projects, public exhibitions, and workshops for schools and community groups. It maintains a digital archive of its projects and publishes documentation to support transparency and replication of practices. It partners with cultural institutions, universities, and municipal agencies to deliver programs across urban and rural settings.

The initiative is structured as a nonprofit cooperative with rotating leadership. Projects are planned by cross-disciplinary committees and supported by both paid staff and volunteers. Funding comes from public cultural grants, private sponsorships, and participant fees on a sliding scale to ensure accessibility.

In its work, Nellinsieme emphasizes participatory approaches, open access to resources, and social inclusion. It has been involved in hundreds of participants and multiple regional collaborations, contributing to local cultural life and education. Outside Italy, it maintains partnerships and exchanges that connect with a broader European context.