UNESCO Culture and Creativity for the Western Balkans (CC4WBs) 2026

Deadline: Dec 16, 2026

other

1 to 3 months (duration)

partially funded

Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Serbia

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

📖 About UNESCO Culture and Creativity for the Western Balkans (CC4WBs)

The Culture and Creativity for the Western Balkans (CC4WBs) initiative aims to enhance skills, knowledge, and access to financial aid for cultural and creative actors. This program supports:

Co-production
Regional collaboration
Sustainable circulation of goods and services

It is designed to boost competitiveness across the Western Balkans.

🎁 Benefits of UNESCO Culture and Creativity for the Western Balkans (CC4WBs)

Total budget: EUR 90,000
Maximum per project: EUR 10,000
Project duration: 1 to 3 months
Peer-to-peer exchange visits: Minimum of 3 full days
Funding allocation is subject to the contracting authority’s discretion

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible applicants include:

Public institutions:
Museums, galleries, universities, cultural and heritage institutes, tourism offices, local governments
Civil society organizations:
Foundations and legally established non-profits in the Western Balkans

Applicants must be able to participate in thematic areas focused on:

Enhancing local cultural spaces through improved solutions and public-private partnerships
Protecting and leveraging cultural heritage for sustainable development

📝 Application Process

Follow these steps to apply:

Identify a thematic focus aligning with the call priorities.
Form partnerships with organizations in different Western Balkans IPA Beneficiaries.
Prepare a proposal including project objectives, timeline, activities, and expected outcomes.
Include a budget detailing planned expenses and any co-financing.
Submit the application according to the guidelines within the open call period.

📅 Application Deadline

16 December, 2026

🔗 Application Portal

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Benefits

Total budget: EUR 90,000
Maximum per project: EUR 10,000
Project duration: 1 to 3 months
Peer-to-peer exchange visits: Minimum of 3 full days
Funding allocation is subject to the contracting authority’s discretion

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