> [!NOTE]+ Meta > Author:: Nicole Durling > Reference:: https://www.artshub.com.au/news/opinions-analysis/the-cultural-value-of-craft-how-craft-communities-strengthen-regional-identity-2792219/ > Date:: 2025 > Tags:: #warp > WeftLinks:: [[Social value of craft]] > Claim:: [[Claim - Craft promotes local development]] > [!SUMMARY] Summary > Craft practices are experiencing a revival, fostering community connections and preserving cultural heritage in a digital age. ### Highlights Craft practices are experiencing a revival, fostering community connections and preserving cultural heritage in a digital age. Programs like Ballarat's Craft Lab support local artisans by enhancing their skills and showcasing their work, strengthening regional identity. This cultural value extends beyond economics, emphasizing relationships and shared creative experiences within communities. >Success should be measured not just in dollars generated but in relationships fostered, skills developed, and community identity strengthened.