The European Commission launched in February a call for proposals under the culture strand of the Creative Europe programme to support European cooperation projects. With this call, the European Commission supports cultural and creative sector professionals in a wide spectrum of activities and initiatives.

The action integrates cross-cutting issues of inclusiveness, protection of the environment and gender equality as well as thematic priorities relevant to the New European Bauhaus.

With a budget of €68 million, the action will foster cooperation between organisations of the creative sectors. The call has as its objectives the strengthening of transnational creation, allowing the circulation of European works and artists, and nurturing talents. It thus supports innovation, prosperity, the generation of jobs and economic growth.

Capacity building or training activities in the sectors of cultural heritage, music, book and publishing, architecture, fashion and design as well as cultural tourism are priorities for this round of actions. Projects can also focus on audience development, social inclusion, sustainability, digitalisation, or the development of international links for culture professionals.