First Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Organiser: University of Western Macedonia, School of Fine Arts (UOWM)
Who It’s For: Research groups, collectives, venues, and organizations interested in walking arts and community transformation
Apply here.
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What is WALC?
Walking Arts & Local Communities (WALC) is a four-year project funded by Creative Europe, launched in January 2024. With six partner organizations across five countries, WALC aims to create a central hub for artistic research and practice in walking arts in Prespa, Greece, located at the crossroads of Greece, Albania, and North Macedonia. The hub is complemented by a global digital platform that connects walking arts practitioners and communities worldwide.
What Does It Mean to Be a NODE?
As a NODE, you’ll lead activities in your local area while collaborating with an international network of artists, researchers, and changemakers. Your participation will help foster social, cultural, and ecological transformation through walking arts.
Why Join WALC?
By becoming a NODE, you’ll gain access to exciting opportunities to:
- Collaborate with an international community of artists, researchers, and innovators
- Feature your local activities in WALC’s global promotions and documentary initiatives
- Organize exhibitions tied to WALC’s 2027 final showcase
- Access online training and participate in digital and in-person events
- Gain global visibility through WALC’s platform
Partners in WALC
- University of Western Macedonia, School of Fine Arts (UOWM) (Greece): Promotes knowledge in painting, sculpture, and applied arts.
- walk · listen · create (WLC) (Belgium): An online platform fostering walking arts and soundwalking practices.
- Nau Côclea (Spain): An independent non-profit arts association that hosts artist residencies and engages with local communities.
- Gigacircus (France): A digital arts laboratory working closely with migrants and refugees.
- Lab2PT, University of Minho (Portugal): A research group focused on knowledge transfer from artistic walking practices.
- Action Synergy (Greece): Develops educational and training methodologies with a focus on technology.
Application & Timeline
- Ongoing Call – First Deadline: February 28, 2025
- Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a video interview in March 2025
For more information and to apply, visit WALC’s website.
