The webinar ‘Cultural Mobility Webinar: City-led International Cultural Mobility’ was organised on 18 March 2026 (in collaboration with Howlround) as part of On the Move’s multiannual programme, New Solidarities, co-funded by the European Union.
The Cultural Mobility Webinar focused on the role of cities in fostering international cultural mobility. In particular, it examined how municipalities develop travel grants, bilateral and multilateral exchange programmes, and other initiatives that support artists and cultural professionals. These city-led schemes create opportunities to expand careers, build relationships with stakeholders across different regions of the world, and strengthen artistic practice and long-term sustainability.
The panellists and moderator discussed successful initiatives implemented through flagship frameworks such as the European Capitals of Culture (ECoC) programme, while also drawing on other inspiring examples. These included the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, European and international city twinning programmes, and networks of cities actively supporting and hosting artists at risk.
The speakers were:
- Kelly Diapouli, Artistic Director, Larnaka 2030 - member of Culture Next
- Julie Hervé, Head of culture and democracy, Eurocities
- Jordi Pascual, Coordinator, United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG) Culture Committee
With moderator Dr Beatriz Garcia, expert in international cultural policy and mega-events
See past webinars on our resources page.