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On Wednesday 14 October 2026, Luxembourg's Ministry of Culture announced the publication of a new study examining access to cultural activities for people with disabilities, highlighting the barriers they face and proposing measures to improve inclusion.

The study, entitled “L'accès à la culture des personnes en situation de handicap” (access to culture for people with disabilities), was commissioned by the Cultural Observatory, which operates under the Ministry of Culture, and carried out by Ilres. It examines the cultural practices, needs and expectations of people with disabilities in Luxembourg.

According to the study, despite the wide range of cultural activities available and strong interest in participating, people with disabilities continue to face physical, sensory, informational, organisational and financial barriers that can limit their access to cultural life.

Researchers organised focus groups with the support of five associations and their members to gather first-hand experiences and identify both shared challenges and specific needs associated with different types of disability.

Based on these findings, the study recommends: improving the accessibility of cultural infrastructure; providing clearer and more targeted information; and strengthening training for professionals working in the cultural sector.

It also calls for greater support for inclusive initiatives, a wider range of accessible cultural activities across Luxembourg and the direct involvement of people with disabilities in planning and developing cultural programmes.

The new report complements the Ministry of Culture's 2025 survey, “La vie culturelle au Luxembourg” (cultural life in Luxembourg), which examined cultural participation among the general population. It also contributes to the objectives of Luxembourg's Cultural Development Plan 2018-2028 (“Kulturentwécklungsplang”), particularly its recommendation to conduct regular surveys on cultural practices.

The Cultural Observatory collects and analyses data on Luxembourg's cultural sector to support the monitoring and evaluation of cultural policies. Following the law of 5 February 2026, it now carries out its work with scientific independence and has its own staff structure and governance framework.

To read the full report in English, visit here.