How can we better connect cultural professionals? Why do professional networks sometimes remain fragmented? And how can we design fairer, more collaborative tools that truly reflect the realities of the field?
We had the pleasure of discussing these topics on Radio Alma, in the programme Vamos a la Playa, hosted by Vinh and Cédric.
In this interview, Mélanie Lefebvre looks back at the origins of HEYA, the needs identified within the cultural and creative sectors, and the project's ambitions: fostering professional connections, breaking down barriers between disciplines, creating more opportunities, and building a network that is more equitable and accessible.
The conversation also covers the Heya Sessions, partnership dynamics within the cultural sector, the communication challenges faced by many cultural organisations and professionals, the beta-testing phase of the application, its co-creation with future users, and the financial realities of developing an independent project like HEYA.
🎧 The programme also shines a spotlight on several artists who have performed at Heya Sessions:
Paloma del Rey, Ellegy, Asma Soulista and JoBee Project
▶️ Listen to the full interview here:
https://youtu.be/ynow31M6djo?si=NsmDldBi2YiJKmg-
Enjoy listening — and if this conversation resonates with your own experience in the field, feel free to share it with your network 💛