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ZMINA Resilience Co-Creation Open Call for Ukrainian and European Partners

other · 2026-05-06

The first call for proposals for co-creation funding under the ZMINA Resilience initiative has been launched by the IZOLYATSIA Foundation (UA), Malý Berlín (SK), and Trans Europe Halles (SE). This initiative aims to foster collaboration between Ukrainian artists and cultural organizations and those from Creative Europe countries. A total of €187,500 is available, with individual grants reaching up to €25,000, covering as much as 90% of project expenses. It is anticipated that 7–10 grants will be distributed. Each project must include a Ukrainian partner and one from another Creative Europe country, ensuring equal contributions in creative aspects and management. Projects should be completed within 7 months, from July 2026 to January 2027, and must feature a public presentation at each partner's location. Applications are due by 10 May 2026, 23:59 Kyiv time, through the IZOLYATSIA online platform, with results to be revealed in June 2026.

Key facts

  • Deadline for applications: 10 May 2026, 23:59 Kyiv time
  • Total funding available: €187,500
  • Individual grants up to €25,000 covering up to 90% of project costs
  • Expected number of grants: 7–10
  • Projects must include at least one Ukrainian partner and a partner from another Creative Europe country
  • All creative sectors eligible except audiovisual
  • Each project must include a public presentation in the locality of each partner
  • Implementation period: July 2026 – January 2027

Entities

Institutions

  • IZOLYATSIA Foundation
  • Malý Berlín
  • Trans Europe Halles
  • Creative Europe

Locations

  • Ukraine
  • Slovakia
  • Sweden
  • Kyiv

Sources