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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 2d

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An initiative putting culture at the heart of European cities with EU support for a yearlong celebration of art and culture.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 2d

It's 1997 and 🇬🇷 Thessaloniki held the European Capital of Culture title, featuring new venues & archaeological treasures.

In 1998 Stockholm held 1000+ cultural events & festivals.

And in 1999 🇩🇪 Weimar's stars were Goethe, Bauhaus, and the memory of Buchenwald.

#40YearsECOC

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 2d

Creative Europe allocates €7M to support Ukrainian cultural & creative sectors.

4 projects with Ukrainian + European partners will:
🎭 Preserve heritage
🤝 Support artists & co-creation
🌱 Contribute to recovery

#StandWithUkraine

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 6d

It’s 1993, and our cultural journey continues.

That year, Antwerp 🇧🇪 has the spotlight, exploring art, music & theatre.

Soon followed: Lisbon (1994), Luxembourg City (1995) & Copenhagen (1996).

Another chapter in 40 years of European Capitals of Culture.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 7d

🧠 Culture keeps on supporting mental health.

Culture may not solve the crisis, but the mental health crisis cannot be solved without culture.

At #MONDIACULT2025, EU Commissioner
@GlennMicallef launched the report “Culture and Health: Time to Act”.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you to all who contributed.

The time to act on culture and health is now, and the OMC Report which we launched today provides a strong case for how cultural participation improves people’s well-being.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 8d

🔁Glenn Micallef

“Culture by itself cannot solve the mental health crisis, but the mental health crisis will not be solved without culture.”

Insightful exchanges with experts, stakeholders, cultural networks, and young cultural professionals at our side event on culture & well-being.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you to all who contributed.

The time to act on culture and health is now, and the OMC Report which we launched today provides a strong case for how cultural participation improves people’s well-being.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 9d

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Celebrating 40 years of European Capitals of Culture

In 2025, the European Capitals of Culture initiative marks its 40th anniversary. Since 1985, more than 70 cities have used the title to celebrate diversity, strengthen European identity and shape thei...

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 9d

It’s 1989, and the journey continues…

Stop 1: Paris 🇫🇷, uniting East & West with art, Napoleon and fireworks.

Followed by Glasgow 🇬🇧 (1990), Dublin 🇮🇪 (1991) & Madrid 🇪🇸 (1992), each shaping Europe’s culture in its own way.

Another chapter in 40 years of creativity & unity.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 9d

Europe’s cultural & audiovisual scene keeps growing 🎭

The Creative Europe Annual Work Programme 2026 is out!
With EUR 380 million to support YOUR ideas.

Because you're the future of culture.

Start planning your project: upcoming calls are now published!
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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 10d

Congratulations on #MONDIACULT2025, and thank you for bringing us together in Barcelona.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 10d

I expressed the European Commission’s continued commitment to the implementation of the 2005 Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions, to which the EU is a party in its own right.

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#MONDIACULT2025

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 10d

🔁 Glenn Micallef

Important exchange ahead of the upcoming Culture Compass with Dr. Ernesto Ottone, @unesco.org’s Assistant Director-General for Culture, on how multilateralism in cultural policy can drive inclusion, sustainability, and resilience worldwide.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 10d

🔁 Glenn Micallef

Exchanged with President of Catalonia @salvadorilla.bsky.social on the important role of regions in strengthening Europe’s shared cultural fabric.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 13d

It's 1985, and our journey begins…

Our first stop: Athens 🇬🇷, the very first European Capital of Culture.
Soon followed: Florence 🇮🇹 (1986), Amsterdam 🇳🇱 (1987) & West Berlin 🇩🇪 (1988).

This was the start of a 40-year story of creativity & unity.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 14d

🎉 Congratulations to Leuven, recommended as the 🇪🇺 European Capital of Culture 2030 in Belgium!

We look forward to seeing your creativity, stories & people shine across Europe.
link.europa.eu/mbYY8G

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 16d

How does a city become a European Capital of Culture?
Slide for your step by step:

6 years ahead, cities apply
An independent panel of cultural experts reviews & shortlists
The jury makes the final call
In 4 years the city must engage citizens and build ties.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 20d

🔁Glenn Micallef

Listening to Europe's creatives to maximize EU impact.

Took note of good practices and scope for improvement directly from the recipients of Creative Europe @europe_creative grants, in today’s Implementation Dialogue.

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 22d

The 2025 EU Prize for Literature Anthology is out!

"European Stories" features excerpts from 13 shortlisted books, spotlighting emerging European authors.

They are key to the publishing world, showing their talent. link.europa.eu/Yx4Yvf

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Erasmus+ @euerasmusplus.bsky.social · 23d

We congratulate our Director-General on this milestone. Thank you for your dedication and service at the
@ec.europa.eu and in DG EAC, dear @PiaAhrenkilde!

Erasmus+ @euerasmusplus.bsky.social · 23d

🔁Pia Ahrenkilde

3️⃣0️⃣ years at @ec.europa.eu and 2️⃣ years in DG EAC to this day!🙏

An immense honour and a great joy to be working with amazing colleagues for people in an independent, democratic and strong Europe. 🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · 29d

🔴LIVE

Are you following the #SOTEU ?

Watch the live here👇

www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVnm...

State of the European Union 2025: President Ursula von der Leyen presents EU priorities

YouTube video by European Commission

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

🤔 What is the State of the Union (SOTEU)?

Every year, the President of the European Commission outlines the EU’s achievements, priorities & vision for the future.

But what is behind #SOTEU?

Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · Sep 5

Windows to the Past, Doors to the Future.
This year, #EuropeanHeritageDays invites you to discover Europe’s architectural treasures. From historic landmarks to today’s creations.

Over 70,000+ events in 48 countries.
And free for all!!
europa.eu/!Jh8FdW

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Creative Europe @creativeeurope.bsky.social · Sep 4

📅 Mark your calendars:

10 September, President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu delivers the State of the Union address.

A key moment to reflect on achievements, outline priorities & set the path ahead.

Because Europe’s future is built on us citizens.