Culture and Creativity for the Western Balkans: Small Grants applications

UNESCO's new initiative aims to support over 800 cultural and creative industries, 9,000 cultural professionals, 30 institutions, and 150 individual public officers.

By Creatives Unite Community
August 29, 2024
Deadline: Continuously open until December 31, 2025

Organizer: UNESCO, British Council, AICS
Who is it for: Cultural and creative professionals, public bodies, Civil Society Organizations, community groups, youth, women, disadvantaged or vulnerable groups, education and research institutions, media professionals in the Western Balkans

Budget: €8 million (8.4 million USD), with grants up to €20,000 per project

Apply here.
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What is it about:
The Culture and Creativity for the Western Balkans (CC4WBs) project aims to enhance cultural and creative sectors in the region, fostering dialogue and socio-economic impact. The project supports activities that promote inclusive cultural policies, regional cooperation, artist mobility, and the protection and promotion of cultural heritage. The initiative emphasizes fair partnerships, active participation, and the celebration of cultural diversity.

Application Details:
Applications must be submitted via the online application form. Required documents include an application form, estimated budget, and, if applicable, a Cluster Strategy. An expert jury will select proposals, with notifications sent at the end of October 2024. Selected projects will be implemented from January to December 2025.

Read more here.
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Image Credit: CC4WBs