KEA European Affairs

As part of the RES URBIS training program for cultural operators in Brussels, organized by the Association Marcel Hicter pour la Démocratie culturelle, KEA's Director Arthur Le Gall shared valuable insights on securing funding for cultural projects through European programs! 🇪🇺 The #COCOF supports this inspiring initiative as part of its commitment to lifelong learning (Éducation permanente).

We are proud to present to you the cover of #1 RADICAL CREATIVITIES! Featuring: Yuval Avital ©️, Boschi series n.17, cm 40x60, fine art print on cotton paper Canson on dibond panel, 2023 +++ SAVE THE DATE +++ Launching Issue #1 on Dec. 9 Yuval Avital has been a part of Radical Creativities since its inception. His creative process embodies the spirit of Radical Creativities: he strongly believes in the participatory role of art, both from a moral standpoint and from an aesthetic one. For him, the process of creation is “rooted deeply within every human being, resonating like a membrane.” Check out our website to read Mariaelena Maieron’s "Relationships, Participation and Art Ritual: The Art Practice of Yuval Avital". #radicalcreativities #journal #art

The Italian Ministry of Culture (MIC) will organise on 3 December 2024 in Rome the workshop “Building the Research and Innovation Alliance on Cultural Heritage” within the framework of the Horizon Europe-funded ARCHE project. The event will take place at the Sala Dante of Palazzo Poli (via Poli 54) and online. Consult the programme and register here: https://lnkd.in/e4wuNHHP #CulturalHeritage #ResearchAndInnovation #ARCHE_eu #CulturalHeritageResearch #HeritageInnovation #EUResearch

🚀 Webinar #2: Games for and through Culture  🌍 Join us on November 25, 2024, from 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CET for an exciting webinar exploring the intersection of gaming and cultural heritage! In this session, we’ll talk about “games for culture” and “games through culture”, and we’ll show an exciting collection of cultural games. We’ll also explore how cultural heritage institutions can collaborate with the gaming industry to create meaningful experiences.  🔊Meet the Speakers:  Mary Flanagan – Founder & CEO of Resonym, an independent developer & publisher, whose work focuses on the intersection of games, culture, and human behaviour. Gaetano Dimita - Interactive Entertainment and Intellectual Property Law scholar, founder and editor-in-chied of the Interactive Entertainment Law Review, co-author of Mastering the Game 2nd Edition, and a video game enthusiast. Susannah Montgomery – Work Package Lead at Nederlands Instituut voor Beeld en Geluid (NISV)& Senior Lecturer at Inholland University of Applied Sciences, specialising in innovative marketing and event management. Marina Rossi – Freelance producer, digital curator, and ethical designer advocating for diversity, inclusivity, and accessibility in the gaming industry. This is a great opportunity to learn about the role of games in cultural expression and how to build connections between games and cultural heritage.  📅 Register now //https://lnkd.in/dijGCnb3 and join the conversation! #EPICWE #GamesForCulture #CulturalHeritage #GameDesign #Webinar #CreativeLearning #DigitalCulture #Innovation

📢 Key takeaways from the hearings of the EU Commissioners-designate: insights for the CCS The European Parliament has recently evaluated the next College of Commissioners, setting the stage for key discussions that will influence the EU's cultural policies and beyond. From strategic plans to harness the CCS’s potential to discussions on digital transformation and innovation, the hearings highlighted the interconnected challenges and opportunities across these vital sectors. As the Commissioners-designate shared their visions, one thing became clear: collaboration and cross-departmental synergy will be critical to addressing Europe’s cultural, economic, and technological needs. What do these outcomes mean for the CCS and related fields? And how might they shape policies to support creativity, resilience, and competitiveness in a changing world? 💡 Discover our analysis and key takeaways here: https://lnkd.in/dG8xpi6M #EUCommission #CulturalSectors #CreativeEconomy #Innovation

The deadline for the #ARCHE_eu consultation survey is fast approaching – don’t miss your chance to shape the Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda! Your insights are vital for creating the roadmap that will guide research priorities and funding calls within the European Partnership for Resilient Cultural Heritage (RCH), set to launch in 2026. Make your voice heard! Complete the survey today: https://lnkd.in/dV_3mbbr #CulturalHeritage #ClimateChange #CreativeSectors #ResearchInnovation #Sustainability

KEA's October Cultural Policy Wrap-Up is 🆙 As the EU Commissioner-designate hearings progress, it’s time to reflect on pivotal cultural policy updates from October. Here are the highlights: 📉 Budget defences: The CULT Committee voiced opposition to budget cuts affecting Erasmus+, Creative Europe, and the European Solidarity Corps. 📅 2025 Creative Europe Work Programme: A deep dive into key objectives and priorities for the year ahead. 👥 Commissioner-designate Glenn Micallef: Insightful responses to European Parliament’s questions on Culture, touching on important priorities. 📊 Culture Action Europe’s State of Culture Report: A critical look at culture’s role and value across EU policy. 🤖 AI & Audiovisual Regulation: A timely report from the EAO addressing AI's impact on the sector. 🧠 Mental Health & Cultural Mobility: An exploration of the challenges of international mobility on well-being for creatives. Stay informed on the future of culture in Europe with our October wrap-up: https://lnkd.in/dbpzY5-d #CulturalPolicy #CreativeEurope #EU #CulturalMobility #KEA

✨ Last week, KEA was in Eindhoven for the EIT Culture & Creativity Partner Meeting! We’re excited to announce that KEA has officially joined the EIT Culture & Creativity community as a cooperation partner. Together with a dynamic mix of large companies, SMEs, cultural institutions, and public organizations, we’re uniting diverse expertise across the CCSI 🚀 Over the next few years, the consortium will be driving EIT’s mission to build a sustainable innovation ecosystem within the CCSI by: 1️⃣ Empowering students and professionals with the entrepreneurial skills needed for the green and digital transition. 2️⃣ Scaling innovative solutions in green technologies, digital transformation, and new business models to maximize societal and economic impact. 3️⃣ Accelerating the growth of CCSI ventures to enhance global competitiveness and resilience. With over 20 years of experience in cultural policy and creative industries, KEA brings valuable insights to the table. We look forward to using our expertise to help shape strategies and solutions that support the sector's growth and sustainability 🌍 #EITCultureCreativity #Innovation #CCSI #Sustainability #GreenTransition #DigitalTransformation #CreativeIndustries #Entrepreneurship #KEA #Partnership

🚀 Opportunity Alert! b.creative, the dynamic global network of cultural and creative entrepreneurs, is hiring a Deputy Project Manager! This role is perfect for those eager to shape the future of a vibrant community, grow international projects, and foster creativity. If you’re passionate about creative entrepreneurship and ready to help drive societal change, this is the perfect occasion for you! 📅 Deadline: November 18, 2024 👉 Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/dBDs6c4P #CulturalEntrepreneurship #ProjectManagement #CreativeCommunity

Calling all Cultural and Creative Sectors (CCS) professionals! 🎨📽️🎶 🔛 The #ARCHE_eu consultation survey is now live, and your voice is critical in shaping the Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (SRIA)—a roadmap that will define research priorities and funding calls within the European Partnership for Resilient Cultural Heritage (RCH), set to launch in 2026. Why should you get involved? - Help influence the research agenda that will drive projects across Europe for the next decade. - Connect the cultural and creative sectors with heritage and climate resilience initiatives, creating new opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration. - This roadmap will guide upcoming calls for projects, opening doors for new partnerships and funding opportunities. 📢 Get involved: Access the consultation survey here: https://lnkd.in/dV_3mbbr #CulturalHeritage #ClimateChange #CreativeSectors #ResearchInnovation #Sustainability