EU cultural policies and programmes Barbara Stacher, European Commission
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Let's start with some figures... Contribution of culture to growth and jobs in the EU: 4.5% of total European GDP 3.8% of the total European workforce The CCS' contribution is higher than that of the traditional flagship sectors such as the automotive industry in the case of France or the chemical industry in Germany. Culture
Latest Eurostat figures: Employment in the CCSs at EU-level increased from 2.5% in 2008 to 2.9% in 2014. Despite the beginning of the financial crisis in 2008, the share of cultural employment compared to total employment has increased, suggesting not only a certain resilience of the sector, but additional job creation in the CCS. Youth employment as a % of total employment at EU-level (age group 15-29, corresponding to Eurostat's definition for young), in the CCS went up from 2.4 in 2008 to 2.8 in 2014. Culture
Advocacy: Measure and raise awareness of the value of the cultural and creative industries - work on cultural statistics has been relaunched with Eurostat 2015-17: - new study on creative value chains in CCS - new study on employment in creative SMEs - crowdfunding for the CCS Date: in 12 pts
Some current policy topics - Improving the evidence on the economy of culture (with Eurostat) - Regulatory environment for CCS (contribution to IPR & VAT revisions) Date: in 12 pts
POLICY - Work together with Member States and Civil Society - fostering the exchange of good practice => elaborate Priorities for EU cultural policy => Council Work Plan for Culture: Date: in 12 pts
WORK PLAN FOR CULTURE 2015-2018 Adopted in November 2014 by the Council 4 key priorities: A. Accessible and inclusive culture B. Cultural Heritage C. Cultural and creative sectors: creative economy and innovation D. Promotion of cultural diversity, culture in EU external relations and mobility
MID-TERM REVIEW WORK PLAN FOR CULTURE 2015-2018 Open Method of Coordination Working groups 2015 2016 2017 2018 A3. Fostering the contribution of culture for social inclusion A1. Cultural awareness and expression C1. Access to finance for the cultural and creative sectors B2. Skills, training and knowledge transfer: traditional heritage professions and emerging professions (digital context) C3. Sustainable cultural tourism (incl. digitisation of cultural content) A2. Promoting access to culture via digital means: policies and strategies for audience development D1. Cinema: improving the circulation of European films A2 SUBGROUP. Promoting reading in the digital environment: role of public libraries B1. Participatory governance of cultural heritage C2. Role of public policies in developing entrepreneurial and innovation potential of the cultural and creative sectors
Cooperation tools in culture with EU Member-States - Open Method of Coordination (OMC) to foster an exchange of best practice between Member-States with a view to improve policy-making; to structure cooperation around key priorities. Voluntary participation and reporting by MS; no benchmarks nor indicators with civil society The European Commission maintains a regular dialogue with civil society through the so-called Structured Dialogue. Recent launch of the Voice of Culture. The aim is to strengthen the advocacy capacity of the cultural sector in policy debates on culture at European level, while encouraging it to work in a more collaborative way.
Output example: OMC Working Group on the Cultural & Creative Sectors' export and internationalisation support strategies, 2014 Culture Date: in 12 pts
Theme 3 - Developing entrepreneurial and innovation potential of cultural and creative sectors focus on these three axes: Access to finance Cultural and creative cross-overs to stimulate innovation, economic sustainability and social inclusion Innovative measures to promote entrepreneurship and new business models in the cultural and creative sectors
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ABOUT CREATIVE EUROPE 2014-2020 7 years (2014-2020), 1.4 billion 11. Offers funding for: Support CCIs to adapt Development of European films, TV programmes and games Distribution and promotion of European films, festivals, cinema networks Training for cultural and creative professionals/artists Cross-border cooperation projects
Creative Europe Latest Call EACEA 29/2015 Support for European cooperation projects The Culture Sub-programme seeks to support projects mainly working on: A. transnational mobility B. audience development C.1. capacity building digitisation C.2. capacity building - new business models C.3 capacity building - education and training.
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Cross Sectoral Strand transnational policy cooperation The cross-sectoral strand aims at supporting transnational exchange of experiences and know-how in relation to new business and management models, peer- learning activities and networking among cultural and creative organisations and policy-makers related to the development of the cultural and creative sectors, promoting digital networking where appropriate. In this context, the Commission has launched a call for proposals thisjune for the creation of an EU Network of Creative Hubs and co-working spaces (1 m over a 2- year period).
Culture for Cities and Regions Another recent initiative (2015-2017) funded under the Creative Europe Programme is the peer-learning project Culture for Cities and Regions. Objective: To examine existing cultural initiatives and their impact on local and regional development, and support the exchange of information and practices among cities and regions in three broad areas: cultural heritage, cultural & creative industries, and culture for social inclusion. Key outputs: a catalogue of 70 case studies, thematic study visits to 15 cities/regions; and expert coaching for 10 cities/regions. www.cultureforcitiesandregions.eu
ERASMUS+ 14,7 bn of the EU Budget for seven years (2014-2020) Supports investment in education, training and youth in the form of learning mobility, partnerships for innovation and policy support. Culture
ERASMUS+ The 2015 call for proposals: 1. Learning mobility of individuals Mobility of individuals in the field of education, training and youth Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees Large Scale European Voluntary Service Events 2. Cooperation for innovation and the exchange of good practices Strategic partnerships in the field of education, training and youth Knowledge Alliances Sector Skills Alliances Capacity building in higher education and youth 3. Support for policy reform Culture
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Horizon 2020 80 billion euro research and innovation funding programme (2014-2020) A core part of Europe 2020, Innovation Union & European Research Area: - Responding to the economic crisis to invest in future jobs and growth - Addressing people s concerns about their livelihoods, safety and environment - Strengthening the EU s global position in research, innovation and technology
What s new A single programme bringing together three separate programmes/initiatives* Coupling research to innovation from research to retail, all forms of innovation Focus on societal challenges facing EU society, e.g. health, clean energy and transport Simplified access, for all companies, universities, institutes in all EU countries and beyond. *The 7th Research Framework Programme (FP7), innovation aspects of Competitiveness and Innovation Framework Programme (CIP), EU contribution to the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT)
Key Features Projects financed on the basis of excellence Impact of Horizon 2020 for R&I Research and innovation outputs of Horizon 2020 Societal Impact and Contribution to Europe 2020 Economic growth 1 invested in Horizon 2020 produces 10 extra GDP per annum Projects selected through intense pan-european competition Improved R&D capabilities More high-tech Jobs >800,000 in the medium term Ambitious collaborative projects with critical mass Projects not achievable without EU support (additionality) Projects leveraging additional private and public resources Seamless support from idea to market Easy access for all participants including SMEs Horizon 2020 Scientific publications New tools and techniques Models and simulations Prototypes, demonstrators, pilots Patents New products, processes, services Spin-offs Competitiveness Exports increase by 1,4% and imports decrease by 0,2% in the medium term Inclusive & sustainable growth Better health & more wellbeing A more secure society Sustainable agriculture Clean & efficient energy Smart, green, integrated transport Reduced greenhouse gas emissions Efficient use of natural resources
Investment Plan for Europe The Investment Plan plans to mobilise at least EUR 315 billion in additional public and private investment over the period 2015-2017. Among the key sectors for investment are not only infrastructure projects (broadband, energy, transport etc.), but also "human capital, culture and health (in particular through education and training, culture and creative industries ( ) social infrastructures, social and solidarity economy)", "research and innovation. Culture
Investment Plan for Europe Funding will be provided for projects with a higher risk profile than ordinary EIB activities. A European Fund for Strategic Investment (EFSI) will be set up, which will work as a guarantee fund. It will not provide grants, but will operate through financial instruments. The EFSI will be integrated into the European Investment Bank Group, and projects supported by EFSI will be subject to the normal EIB project cycle and governance. Culture
Hope you have a clearer idea now (?) - open for discussion Barbara Stacher, European Commission barbara.stacher@ec.europa.eu Culture