Spaces of Culture Grant — The Spaces of Culture 2026 Grant supports fair partnerships between African and European cultural actors, with grants of up to EUR 50,000. This initiative, part of the Africa-Europe Partnerships for Culture programme, funds seven new cultural relations projects based on equal partnership, local ownership, and co-creation.
EUNIC – European Union National Institutes for Culture – is the European network of national-level organisations engaging in international cultural relations. It advocates for a prominent role of culture in international relations and is a strategic partner of the EU in this field.
Spaces of Culture Grant Benefits
- Grants of up to EUR 50,000 per project
- Support for cultural relations activities
- Funding for innovative, co-created formats
- Strengthened Africa-Europe partnerships
- Capacity-building and networking opportunities
Spaces of Culture Grant Eligibility Criteria
- Projects must be developed and implemented by a triangular partnership
- At least three local cultural or civil society partners in Sub-Saharan Africa
- At least three EUNIC members (or two where no EUNIC cluster exists)
- Involvement of an EU Delegation
- Project activities should embrace cultural relations principles: mutual listening, dialogue, co-creation, joint capacity building
- Projects encouraged in contemporary and innovative formats across arts, creative industries, digitalisation, education, gender, heritage, human rights, social inclusion, sports, sustainability, tourism, youth
How to Apply for Spaces of Culture Grant
- Engage with partners on a project concept before 30 April 2026
- Form a qualifying consortium (local partners + EUNIC members + EU Delegation)
- Develop a project proposal aligned with cultural relations principles
- Submit application via the EUNIC website by 21 June 2026 at 23:59 CAT
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Spaces of Culture 2026 Grant. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply.
What is the Spaces of Culture 2026 Grant?
The Spaces of Culture 2026 Grant is a call for proposals by EUNIC to support seven new cultural relations projects in Sub-Saharan Africa, offering grants up to EUR 50,000 per project based on equal partnerships between African and European cultural actors.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 21 June 2026 at 23:59 CAT. Applicants are encouraged to engage with partners on a project concept before 30 April 2026.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants must form a triangular partnership including at least three local cultural or civil society partners in Sub-Saharan Africa, at least three EUNIC members (or two where no cluster exists), and involve an EU Delegation. This is a consortium application, not for individuals.
What are the benefits of the Spaces of Culture Grant?
The Spaces of Culture Grant provides up to EUR 50,000 per project to fund cultural relations activities, support innovative co-created formats, strengthen Africa-Europe partnerships, and offer capacity-building and networking opportunities.
What types of projects are encouraged?
Projects are encouraged in contemporary and innovative formats across areas such as arts, creative industries, digitalisation, education, gender, heritage, human rights, social inclusion, sports, sustainability, tourism, and youth.
How are projects selected?
Proposals are evaluated by an independent jury of four experts from Sub-Saharan Africa and Europe, experienced in Africa-Europe cultural relations, against selection criteria including equal partnership, local ownership, innovation, and contribution to cultural relations.
What is the role of EUNIC?
EUNIC (European Union National Institutes for Culture) is the European network of national-level organisations engaging in international cultural relations, advocating for culture’s role in international relations and acting as a strategic partner of the EU.
Where can I find more details?
Further details are available on the European Union National Institutes for Culture website at https://eunic.eu/news/spaces-of-culture-2026.
Who can I contact for enquiries?
For enquiries, contact Robert Kieft at [email protected] or Thoriso Moseneke at [email protected].
Is this grant for individual applicants?
No, this grant is not for individual applicants. It requires consortium applications from triangular partnerships including local partners, EUNIC members, and an EU Delegation.
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