Center for Culture and Development The Netherlands - CCD NL

27/08/2026

CCD-NL’s From Craft to Commerce program brings the traditional craft of Ikat artisans in East Nusa Tenggara into a wider commercial space and creating opportunities for their work to reach new markets while keeping the knowledge and traditions behind it alive.

Designed to support the creators who carry these rich traditions forward, the program connects craftsmanship, business skills, and sustainable opportunities for growth.

Stay tuned to know more 🧶

27/08/2026

One step closer to a more sustainable purchase 🧶

CCD-NL’s From Craft to Commerce program brings the traditional craft of Ikat artisans in East Nusa Tenggara into a wider commercial space and creating opportunities for their work to reach new markets while keeping the knowledge and traditions behind it alive.

Designed to support the creators who carry these rich traditions forward, the program connects craftsmanship, business skills, and sustainable opportunities for growth.

27/08/2026

19/08/2026

Preserve the tradition, empower the artisan. 🧵✨

This October, CCD-NL is launching From Craft to Commerce—a practical training program designed to equip Ikat artisans in East Nusa Tenggara with essential skills in pricing, branding, marketing, and business planning.

Investing in sustainable heritage means supporting the creators who carry these rich traditions forward. You can help make this possible!

📲 How to support:

Donate to our crowdfunding campaign on WhyDonate (scan the QR code above or link in bio)

Visit www.ccdnl.org to learn more

25/07/2026

Wax, Memory and Healing explores the contemporary batik practice of Shuen-Li Spirit.
S H U E N - L I S P I R I T a Singaporean batik artist, educator, and writer based in the Netherlands.

Discover more about Shuen-Li Spirit’s work and read the full Contemporary Craft Review on our website, CCDNL.org.

CraftCulture ContemporaryBatik

30/06/2026

✨ We’re hiring interns at CCD NL! ✨

Join our team and be part of exciting cultural and publishing projects 🤍

Open roles:

🧵 Web Editor

💌 Newsletter Coordinator

📱 Social Media

Perfect for those interested in culture, storytelling, and creative collaboration 🌏

📩 Apply now or find more info via [link in bio]

JoinOurTeam Publishing SocialMedia

24/06/2026

🧵✨ Introducing Ikat History 101

Behind every ikat textile lies a story—of people, places, traditions, and generations of knowledge passed down through time.

Through Ikat History 101, we’ll explore the rich history of ikat weaving across Indonesia, uncovering the cultural meanings, techniques, and communities that continue to keep these traditions alive.

📍Our first stop: Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT) — a region renowned for its diverse and vibrant weaving traditions.

Stay tuned as we journey through the histories woven into every thread.

CulturalHeritage ArtisanStories CCDNL

10/06/2026

🪡 Is heritage something we preserve or is it something we experience?

Textile and craft traditions carry stories of memory, identity, and culture. But as lifestyles and industries evolve, how can these traditions stay relevant for new generations? 🤔

Our latest blog explores how creative tourism creates opportunities for people to learn, create, and connect through shared cultural experiences 🌿✨

From batik workshops to community-led craft initiatives, discover how participation can help keep heritage alive and meaningful.

Read the full article through our website
🔗 www.ccdnl.org

CulturalExchange

05/06/2026

proudly congratulates our Advisor, Julita Oetojo, on successfully completing her PhD at the University of Bonn, Germany, and defending her dissertation with magna cm laude. 🎓✨

Through her research on ikat textiles in Eastern Indonesia, Julita has made a valuable contribution to the understanding of cultural heritage, artistic traditions, and material culture. Working closely with local artisans throughout her fieldwork, her research highlights the important role they play in preserving cultural knowledge and sustaining textile traditions across generations.

Over the past six years, Julita has grown with CCD-NL as both a volunteer and an Advisor. While her dedication and expertise have greatly enriched our organization, we are equally grateful that CCD-NL could be part of her journey by providing a space for intellectual exchange, professional development, and meaningful engagement with cultural heritage and communities.

We are proud to celebrate this remarkable achievement and wish her every success in the next chapter of her journey.

Congratulations, Julita! 🌷

04/06/2026

CCD-NL proudly congratulates our Advisor, Julita Oetojo, on successfully completing her PhD at the University of Bonn, Germany, and defending her dissertation with magna cm laude. 🎓✨

Through her research on ikat textiles in Eastern Indonesia, Julita has made a valuable contribution to the understanding of cultural heritage, artistic traditions, and material culture. Working closely with local artisans throughout her fieldwork, her research highlights the important role they play in preserving cultural knowledge and sustaining textile traditions across generations.

Over the past six years, Julita has grown with CCD-NL as both a volunteer and an Advisor. While her dedication and expertise have greatly enriched our organization, we are equally grateful that CCD-NL could be part of her journey by providing a space for intellectual exchange, professional development, and meaningful engagement with cultural heritage and communities.

We are proud to celebrate this remarkable achievement and wish her every success in the next chapter of her journey.

Congratulations, Julita! 🌷