About us
Folie/Culture is boundary-breaking and atypical. It informs, raises awareness and promotes mental health not as a charitable cause, but as a social reality in an uninhibited way. It goes without saying that to achieve this, less beaten paths must be taken: we’re talking about events that give rise to unprecedented encounters between artistic creation and criticism of mental health as a psychiatric phenomenon. What motivates the non-profit organization to stand on this fertile ground at the intersection of madness and culture is their similarity as both are means of resisting conformity and the status quo. Madness, like art, is a social and communal affair.
Donate
You can help fund Folie/Culture’s activities by making a donation here, without becoming a member. All donations are greatly appreciated and make a huge difference to the organization.
Become a member
Becoming a member allows you to make the most of the NPO’s activities and events. In addition to supporting the organization and enabling activities to take place, you’ll have voting rights at the Annual General Meeting, you’ll be personally invited to activities, and you’ll get a chance to win the annual prize in the Folie draw. Being a member also allows you to have the pleasure and privilege of volunteering with Folie/Culture.
Folie
Here’s how it works: each year, Folie/Culture chooses an annual theme that brings together the cultural events organized. This same theme also guides the activities it offers its members. These take all kinds of forms, but they all aim to create spaces for mixed and enriching exchanges. These activities give rise to fascinating and profound reflections on mental health and its many facets, while opening up discussions on the place we accord it in society. From awareness-raising and mobilization to artistic expression and community development, our program has everything to touch you and give you a unique experience. These events are reserved for Folie/Culture members. Become a member now to discover them!
What’s to expect, exactly? Exhibitions, immersions, performances: any medium is welcome, as long as it discusses mental health in a different way. Multidisciplinarity and reflection on mental health are the watchwords. The creative strategy is to create annual themes that intersect culture and mental health. We invite neophyte or professional artists, theorists, philosophers and anyone else who is willing to submit their work, then we distribute and disseminate it in the most unusual spaces. Proud owners of a non-existent distribution space, Folie/Culture is an itinerant organization, organizing multi-faceted activities in parking lots, commercial premises, hotel rooms – in short, anywhere. The complete program is open to the general public; members and non-members alike are free to attend!
Culture
Culture
What’s to expect, exactly? Exhibitions, immersions, performances: any medium is welcome, as long as it discusses mental health in a different way. Multidisciplinarity and reflection on mental health are the watchwords. The creative strategy is to create annual themes that intersect culture and mental health. We invite neophyte or professional artists, theorists, philosophers and anyone else who is willing to submit their work, then we distribute and disseminate it in the most unusual spaces. Proud owners of a non-existent distribution space, Folie/Culture is an itinerant organization, organizing multi-faceted activities in parking lots, commercial premises, hotel rooms – in short, anywhere. The complete program is open to the general public; members and non-members alike are free to attend!
Ressources
If you need help with your mental health or that of a loved one, there are a number of resources available to you. Whether you need support in a crisis, telephone support or training, don’t hesitate to contact these resources. They’re there for you.
Take part!
Does the organization appeal to you? Are you dying to take part? Then so are we! We invite you to become a volunteer for Folie/Culture, whether you’d like to sit on one of the various committees or help out at events. Check out the positions available and contribute to the organization’s success by putting your skills to good use as part of a great team.
Folie/Culture also invites artists to submit their project ideas in line with the theme of our upcoming programme.
It’s important to note that Folie/Culture values all applications from diverse backgrounds to ensure inclusivity in the projects deployed. We strongly encourage people from under-represented groups to apply.
Take part!
We've got something for you, even when your social batteries are running low.
The organization aims to disseminate the results of research into mental health and related issues. Visit our online store for a wide selection of publications.
Contact us
By clicking right hereContact us if you’re interested in our activities! Whether you’d like to submit an idea for a theme, get involved with the organization or become a member of Folie/Culture, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team.