With phrases in the advisory report such as 'a convincing artistic signature and program', 'exciting and distinctive approach to form', 'appealing development', and 'a professionalization effort in management that is worthy of praise', Nieuw Dakota still does not receive multi-year funding from the AFK for the period 2025-2028. Previously, we received the same message from the Mondriaan Fund: a positive recommendation, but no available budget. This devastating decision is being absorbed in disbelief by the board and team of Nieuw Dakota.

As a result, Amsterdam loses a space where experiments can take place, where artists can explore, test, mature, and view their artistic practice in a different light. According to the report, Nieuw Dakota is a place that 'is extremely well-suited for opening dialogue and stimulating critical thinking'. A landmark on the ever-changing NDSM wharf, where local residents, artists, children, tourists, and art lovers meet, will disappear after 15 years.