As part of the implementation of EUNIC Strategic Framework, EUNIC Global is piloting a Cluster Development Programme to enhance the capacity of EUNIC members to work together by means of clusters. Based on the assumption that clusters in the same region face similar needs and challenges, this programme consists of a series of regional meetings of EUNIC clusters and members operating in a region to develop a strategic approach to their work.

Inspired by the European Commission’s approach to working with countries around the world, we have divided clusters into three main groups, EU and its neighbourhood, Strategic Partner Countries, Developing Countries.

In 2016 the Cluster Development Programme focused on the EU and its neighbourhood, whereas in 2017 it is focusing on Developing Countries particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. Click here to see the meeting reports.

The pilot is financed under EUNIC Crossroads for Culture - Enhancing EU Member States Transnational and International Cooperation project under Creative Europe Programme.

EUNIC clusters develop and (co-)fund collaborative projects building bridges across cultures and peoples, connecting the people of the EU to other parts of the world and also inside the EU itself. They do it in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders, from local cultural actors to national authorities to international players. Click here to see the shortlisted projects from 2016.