Culture and the Outermost Europe Valérie PANIS 27 mai 2010

-First strategic framework for culture at EU level, affirming central role of culture -Better linkage with EU2020 strategy -Recognition of the role of culture in our relations with the world -3 objectives: cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue, culture as a catalyst for creativity and innovation, culture in external relations The European Agenda for Culture

-Stronger cooperation with Member States 3-year work plan ( ) with five priorities (Mobility of Artists, Access to Culture, Cultural and Creative Industries, 2005 UNESCO Convention) Open Method of Coordination (working groups) -Reinforced dialogue with civil society (platforms) - Mainstreaming of culture in other policies New working Methods

Some results achieved so far… A stronger recognition of the role of culture in the EU 2020 Strategy A new place for culture in the EUs external relations

Photography of your cultural sector Not only heritage ! Needs and Barriers Assessment Working with the cultural sector / civil society A unique position What are your needs? What are you assets ?

EU Funding mechanisms EU CULTURE PROGRAMME million for All cultural sectors / All categories of cultural operators - Around 250 projects co-financed yearly EU EXTERNAL PROGRAMMES - Bridges to external programmes and actions (EU-CARIFORUM Protocol on Cultural Cooperation)

Thank you for your attention ! Valérie PANIS, DG Education and Culture, Unit Culture, Internet Website: http//ec.europa.eu/culture