Knowledge & Inspiration
Get started with vibe coding yourself
Vibe coding might sound like something for developers. But people without a technical background are building functional tools with it: a form, a quiz, an overview page. You describe in plain language what you want, and AI writes the code. Several AI advisors from DEN explored the topic and started working with vibe coding themselves. In this article, we share some important insights and tips.
Vibe coding: building a digital tool yourself without being able to program
You have a great idea for a tool. A tool that perfectly fits your organization: a registration form that cleverly redirects, an internal planning instrument, an interactive map for your festival. But hiring a developer costs money, and there’s not always enough budget for it. Or: standard packages don’t (quite) do what you want. Vibe coding can offer a solution to this. In this article, we explain what vibe coding is, what the advantages and disadvantages are, and how you can apply it.
Region SOUTH-WEST - Workshop 'Conscious with AI' - with Cultuurkwadraat
“You have to do ‘something’ with it!”, “It goes against our core values!”, “It’s the answer to all your questions!”. Opinions about AI are flying around. But you’re not yet sure where you stand. After the workshop 'Conscious with AI', you’ll have the tools to make conscious, responsible choices yourself - fitting your organization and values.
Region EAST - Workshop 'Conscious with AI' - by DEN in collaboration with Cultuur Oost
“You have to do ‘something’ with it!”, “It goes against our core values!”, “It’s the answer to all your questions!”. Opinions about AI are flying around. But you're not quite sure where you stand yet. After the workshop 'Conscious with AI', you'll have the tools to make conscious, responsible choices yourself - fitting your organization and your values.
Region SOUTH - Workshop 'Conscious with AI' - with Huis voor de Kunsten
“You need to do ‘something’ with it!”, “It goes against our core values!”, “It’s the answer to all your questions!”. Opinions about AI are flying around. But you’re still unsure where you stand. After the workshop 'Conscious with AI', you’ll have the tools to make conscious, responsible decisions yourself - tailored to your organization and values.
These content formats resonate with young people
Not all content feels credible to young people. They instantly recognize what is too commercial, too polished, or too far removed from their world. Those who want to hold their attention choose authenticity, creativity, and a bit of daring. In this blog, you'll discover which content formats appeal to young people, where to use them, how to stay authentic, and which forms backfire.
Do young people still search via Google?
No. Increasingly, young people do not start their searches with Google. Social search—looking for information and inspiration through social media—is taking over. 41% of Gen Z begins a search on social media, compared to 32% on a search engine (Sprout Social, 2025). And 46% of Gen Z prefers social media over traditional search engines (eMarketer). We explain what this means for your work as a cultural marketer.
AI and Accessibility: Four Ways Cultural Offerings Are Becoming More Accessible for People with Visual or Hearing Impairments
Culture is for everyone. Yet, people with visual or hearing impairments still regularly encounter barriers—not because institutions intend it, but because offerings and infrastructure have historically developed that way. AI offers new ways to reduce these barriers. Which applications are already working in practice, and how can you get started yourself?
Futuring: prepare your organization for the audience of 2036
The world will look very different in ten years - but that future is rooted in the present. With futuring, you can already explore which futures are possible, so you make the right choices today. Our free guide with four future scenarios will help you get started.
