The Connect & Create Professional Mobility call for projects aims to support the mobility of performing arts and music professionals from Sub-Saharan African countries and European Union Member States. These mobilities take the form of tailored made professional programmes integrated into international-scale events and key industry gatherings.
The Connect & Create programme is the Sub-Saharan Africa component of the Africa–Europe Partnerships for Culture programme, funded by the European Union. The programme is implemented by a consortium composed of the Goethe-Institut and Expertise France, in collaboration with the Institut français.
Activities may include:
- opportunities to discover local and international artistic scenes;
- training activities;
- conferences and experience-sharing sessions;
- networking activities;
- B2B meetings.
Mobility activities must take place between February and December 2027, in Africa, Europe, or across both regions.
Delegations must consist of a minimum of 8 cultural professionals aged 18 or over, from one of the 47 eligible countries in Sub-Saharan African countries or one of the 27 European Union Member States.
Delegations must demonstrate a strong international dimension:
- At least 5 different nationalities for delegations of 8 to 10 professionals;
- At least 8 different nationalities for delegations of more than 10 professionals.
Mobility programmes may be integrated into:
- festivals, biennials, and major international events
- fairs, markets, and conventions
- summits, seminars, symposiums, and workshops.
Applications must be made from associations, foundations, cultural institutions, private companies, etc., with proven experience in the field of performing arts, based in one of the 48 Sub-Saharan African countries or one of the 27 EU Member States.
Funding ranging from 10,000 EUR to 20,000 EUR can be provided for hosting delegations (include for travel, visa and insurance costs).
