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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Which creative job did you get? 👀 If you’re wondering how to turn your culture or creative idea into a project, there are EU funding opportunities out there to help. 👉 Find your funding opportunity: link.europa.eu/yTchnx

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

What's one thing you found in a library that stayed with you? 📚✨ A book, a person, or a moment? Our new report explores how public libraries help build stronger, more inclusive communities across Europe. 🤝Report: link.europa.eu/h4CpkK

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Culture Compass series: artificial intelligence ✔️New AI strategy for cultural and creative sectors ✔️Harnessing big data & AI to boost discoverability of European content ✔️ Facilitate access to AI literacy trainings 🔗 link.europa.eu/nNyGh9

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

We count on you(th) 🫵 Young designers, writers & countless other young creatives are shaping the future of the cultural & creative sectors Discover the European Cooperation projects, help put young people at the heart of culture: link.europa.eu/P97QwW #InternationalYouthDay

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

EUmies Awards 2026 exhibition is travelling across Europe! Now, it has arrived in this year’s European Capital of Culture, Oulu, Finland! 🇫🇮 The @EUmiesAwards 2026 exhibition is a reminder of the role architecture plays in shaping our shared cultural landscape.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Can AI support creativity without undermining creators? Share your views on how AI can benefit Europe’s cultural and creative ecosystem. ❇️ Have your say in the future of creativity by 11 September: link.europa.eu/vnmPM9

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

What do Oulu 🇫🇮 and Trenčín 🇸🇰 have in common? They are both 2026 European Capitals of Culture. ✨ The Finnish and Slovak cities showcase cultural richness, creativity, and cross-border connections. Learn more: link.europa.eu/qQkfy6

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Did you know that 88% of Europeans say artistic freedom is important to them? 🎨 That’s why the EU is stepping up to protect it. The Joint Declaration for Culture reaffirms this commitment by safeguarding artistic freedom and supporting artists . ✨ 🔗 link.europa.eu/DnwkbH

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Europeana @europeana.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Eager to understand how Extended Reality (XR) can be applied to cultural heritage to engage audiences? Enrol for free on the new introductory course developed by the EUreka3D-XR project and available on Europeana Academy: ‘Introduction to XR for cultural heritage’. Learn more: bit.ly/4wZv5qS

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

From architecture and music to cultural heritage and fashion design, Creative Europe’s Culture strand supports projects in all cultural & creative sectors. 🎭👗 With Creative Europe public dashboard, you can explore key insights: link.europa.eu/pDkQKp

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

2/2 80 sites across 🇪🇺 have been designated between 2013 and 2025. Explore them here: 🔗 link.europa.eu/mfd49V And here:👇👇👇

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

🔁 PiaAhrenkildeEU 1/2 ☀️Sightseeing mode: ON! Starting today & the next 4 Fridays in August, I'll take you on a trip across 🇪🇺 to spotlight the amazing 2025 #EuropeanHeritageLabel sites🏛️ From the dawn of civilisation to today, they celebrate & symbolise our ideals, values, history & integration✨

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Culture Compass: enhancing global competition ↓ ✔️ An EU cultural data hub & EU Artists Charter ✔️ An AI strategy for the cultural & creative sectors ✔️ Promoting culture-led regional, territorial & local development ✔️Developing investment guidelines 🔗 link.europa.eu/nNyGh9

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Have your say on a new AI Strategy for the Cultural and Creative Sectors. 🧑‍🎨 🎭 Our goal? To ensure that AI empowers human creativity, rather than replacing it. 🚨 Share your views by 11 September: link.europa.eu/vnmPM9

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Plans for the summer? Why not visit a European Capital of Culture? 🌍☀️ Last year marked 40 years of ECOC! Since 1985, 70 cities have held the title, celebrating Europe’s rich diversity, shared heritage and cultural identity. ✨

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Creative Europe & Festival d’Avignon cooperation: 🇪🇺 Productions at the festival: Capra, une chèvre by Jeanne Candel & La Parabole du Seum by Rébecca Chaillon 🌍 EUphoric Youth Project 💬European Theatre Talks More: link.europa.eu/3Cqjrv

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Still searching for a summer read? 🏖️📚 Continue your literary journey across Europe with the shortlisted books for the 2026 European Union Prize for Literature. 14 rising authors from 14 countries, each bringing a new culture and perspective. ✨ More: link.europa.eu/BKDynK

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Culture Compass: Access to culture↓ 🎨 Report to encourage participation of persons with disabilities 🎨 More cultural offer via EU youth discount card 🎨EU guidelines on culture & health 🎨 Peer learning project on culture & civic engagement 🔗 link.europa.eu/nNyGh9

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

📚 Public libraries are more than places to borrow books. From tackling isolation in the Netherlands to inspiring young readers in Romania, libraries are helping build a more inclusive Europe. 💙📖 Report on libraries' multiple roles: link.europa.eu/h4CpkK

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Meet the eight community-led projects selected for the 2026 European Heritage Days Stories grant scheme! 🌍✨ This year’s theme, heritage at risk, explores how communities protect and share the heritage that connects us. Discover more: link.europa.eu/hbqqpt

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Looking for your next summer read? 🏖️📕 Why not discover new languages and unforgettable stories with the shortlisted books for the 2026 European Prize for Literature? 14 emerging authors from 14 countries, waiting to be discovered by you. 😎 More: link.europa.eu/BKDynK

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Culture Compass: improving working conditions ✔️ EU Artists Charter for fairer working conditions, improving compliance & accountability ✔️ An EU Culture Dialogue with the cultural & creative sectors ✔️ Simplifying access to EU funding for culture 🔗 link.europa.eu/nNyGh9

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

📅 Plans for the weekend? Ours are clear: spread the word about the new Simone Veil Prize! If you are involved in Jewish cultural heritage and fostering dialogue & inclusion, don't miss your chance for this EU prize. ⏰ Apply by 31 July (23:59 CET): link.europa.eu/V3CkYr

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Wondering what Perform Europe is all about? 🎭 Artists connecting across borders, sharing ideas and helping shape a performing arts sector that's more inclusive, accessible and diverse. ✨ 📣 New call for projects open until 22 October: link.europa.eu/qWTmNP

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Artistic freedom is essential for democracy, but artists still face censorship intimidation & pressure. The Culture Compass charts a path forward by: ✔️ Assessing developments ✔️ Supporting cultural rights ✔️ Promoting free artistic expression 🔗 link.europa.eu/nNyGh9

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Safeguarding Ukraine's cultural heritage.🇪🇺 🇺🇦 Did you know that the EU... ✨ Expanded Team Europe cultural heritage actions from 76 to 89 ✨ Mobilised €23 million for Ukraine’s cultural ecosystem 🔗More about Ukraine Recovery Conference: urc-international.com

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Did you know that 7,274 people have participated in the Culture Moves Europe action since 2022?🎨🎭 The new Creative Europe dashboard allows you to discover the stories behind the numbers. 📊 Explore the key insights & more: link.europa.eu/pDkQKp

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Inspired by the Culture Compass for Europe, the Joint Declaration “Europe for Culture-Culture for Europe” sets out a shared political commitment for EU cultural policy. @europarl.europa.eu , @eucouncilnewsroom.bsky.social & @ec.europa.eu together for culture. 🎨🎭 Read🔗 link.europa.eu/cHpJFn

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Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @cyprusineu.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Delivering for culture. Delivering for Europe. 🇪🇺 On the sidelines of today’s European Council, President Christodoulides, @president.europarl.europa.eu and @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu, signed the Joint Declaration “Europe for Culture, Culture for Europe”.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

🔁 Pia Ahrenkilde Europe for Culture 🇪🇺 Culture for Europe. Today, on the sidelines of #EUCO, @ec.europa.eu, @eucouncilnewsroom.bsky.social & @euparliament.bsky.social Presidents for the 1st time in#EU history signed a Joint Declaration charting the course for 🇪🇺 cultural policy. Link ⤵️

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Wanna take part in the 2026 European Authors Day? 🎉📚 Whether you are a cultural institution, business or teacher, join European Authors Day's webinar on 16 June. Register & explore the opportunities to prepare for this year’s celebration→ link.europa.eu/r4q8pH

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Artists should spend more time creating and less time filling out forms. ❌ 📝 Help us identify what can be improved in EU legislation by sharing your experience here: link.europa.eu/JHYGjW

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

4/4 Bluetour🌊 It developed an open-source handbook for sustainable cultural tourism in fragile Mediterranean coastal areas. It combines art, civic engagement, and local identity across Italy🇮🇹, Greece🇬🇷, & Portugal🇵🇹. Discover the initiative → link.europa.eu/4vKcxN

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

3/4 @FDivercities 🏙️ It brings together artists, citizens, & local authorities to experiment with culture-led ecological regeneration of urban empty spaces across Berlin, Zagreb, Liepaja, Kuopio, Marseille, Florence, Timișoara, & Athens. Learn more → link.europa.eu/khjRDt

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

2/4 @ForestEncounter 🌲 An initiative reimagining our relationship with forests through art and the humanities across Slovenia🇸🇮, Austria🇦🇹, and Belgium🇧🇪. Check out → link.europa.eu/JbMBMX

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

1/4 Culture shapes how we see, feel, and relate to the world around us. 🍂🌸 On World Environment Day, we highlight a selection of Creative Europe–supported projects that are reshaping how we inhabit our environment through culture, art, & collective action. ↓

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Now comes the most important part: turning the #CultureCompass vision into real support and real opportunities for Europe's cultural and creative sectors. @cy2026eu.bsky.social @EUCYPRUS

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

For heritage professionals: • Continued implementation of measures to strengthen traceability and combat illicit trafficking The objective is to ensure that Europe's creativity, culture and heritage remain protected and valued in a rapidly changing world. ⤵️

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

For creators, the next steps are clear: • Review of the relevance of existing rules • Call for Evidence of the Copyright Directive Review open until 25 June • Preparation of an AI Strategy for the cultural and creative sectors ⤵️

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

🔁 Glenn Micallef Two questions dominated today's discussion with EU Culture Ministers: 🎨 How do we ensure cultural rights in the age of AI? 🏛️ How do we better protect Europe's cultural heritage from trafficking and organised crime? ⤵️

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

The 2026 #EUPL winners are here: 2026 Laureate 🏆 Dora Kaprálová 🇨🇿for Mariborská hypnóza (Maribor Hypnosis) Special Mentions: 🇫🇷 Hélène Frédérick for Lézardes (Rivers of White) 🇲🇪 Vladimir Vujović for Slobodni udarci (Free Kicks) 🔗 link.europa.eu/tyCntw

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

I look forward to a productive discussion with ministers today. @cy2026eu.bsky.social

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

🔁 @glennmicallefeu.bsky.social I am in Cyprus for the #InformalCouncil Meeting with Culture Ministers. We will discuss 2 topics. 💠 Cultural rights in the age of AI 💠 Illicit trafficking of cultural goods Both are about the value of human creativity. ⤵️

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

7/7 🏅The Grand Prix category of Heritage Champions, goes posthumously to Maryna Hrytsenko (1986–2025) chief custodian of the Galagan Art Museum, who safeguarded over 17,000 objects during the war and later served as a paramedic, losing her life while evacuating wounded soldiers.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

6/7 🏆In the category of Heritage Champions, Din l-Art Ħelwa – The National Trust for Malta, a volunteer-driven organisation that has protected the country’s cultural and natural heritage since 1965 through restoration, advocacy and public engagement.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

5/7 📚In the category of Education, Training and Skills, the Irish Office of Public Works for improving the Energy Performance of Heritage Properties in State Care Initiative.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

4/7 🔎 In the category of Research, the Cypriot Fiddler research project which documents the life stories of traditional Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot musicians, preserving oral storytelling, local dialects and a shared musical heritage.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

3/7 🏛️In the category of Conservation and Adaptive Reuse, the long-term restoration of the Polirone Monastic Complex of San Benedetto Po reactivated with new cultural and civic functions after earthquake damage.

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