Creative Europe Desk á Íslandi

We are delighted to partner with Docs Ireland, Screen Producers Ireland and the Documentary Association of Europe on an Industry event, 'The New Doc-Making Reality: Producing Docs in a Precarious Landscape' on Friday 19 June from 10am in The MAC, Belfast as part of 's Industry programme.

This event will bring together film professionals across the value chain to discuss their experience of working in this new reality, providing a positive outlook and perspective on finding a route to production and exhibition, through presentations, case studies and honest discussion.

Book tickets for £6 by going to docsireland.ie/programme/whats-on/ -> scroll to Friday 19 June -> New Doc-Making Reality -> booking form is on the event page.

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By reducing administrative burdens and improving digital services, we can allow European artists to focus on what matters most: developing their talent and reaching their full potential.

Now we need your help to identify what could be improved in EU legislation.
📅 Share your experience by 19 June: link.europa.eu/JHYGjW

tilnefningar til Evrósku bókmenntaverðlauna 2026

Vinningshafa í Europa Nostra - menningararfsviðurkenningar 2026

Evrópsku bókmenntaverðlaunin afhent 29. maí 2026.

This Friday, we will discover the winner of the 2026 European Union Prize for Literature (EUPL). 🏆

EUPL is about giving stories the opportunity to travel across borders, languages, and readers.

Former winner Nicoletta Verna was recently welcomed at the Buenos Aires Book Fair, where she opened the EU stand, celebrating the cultural bridges between Europe and Latin America.

Her award-winning novel, I Giorni di Vetro (Days of Glass), has been translated to Spanish. During the Fair, the largest in the Spanish speaking world, she reached authors, booksellers, professionals and 1.2 million readers approximately.

Who will be the next writer to begin a similar journey? 🕵️

Find out on 29 May ➡️ link.europa.eu/HNMnPp

📣 The first edition of the Simone Veil Prize is now open for applications!

This new European cultural prize is named after Simone Veil, a Holocaust survivor, first President of the European Parliament, and tireless advocate for human rights.

Co-funded by the Creative Europe programme, the Prize recognises initiatives leveraging heritage and places of memory to promote civic engagement, education, and democratic values. Europe’s shared history is shaped by the contributions of many cultures, including Jewish cultural heritage, and this action reflects that.

Important to know:
🏆5 different categories, including heritage for dialogue and youth engagement
🏆 Prizes given to up to 25 finalists
🏆 5 Grand Prix winners will receive €10,000 each
🏆 31 July 2026 (23:59 CET) deadline to apply
🏆Award ceremony at the end of the year.

Find info about the requirements and apply now: link.europa.eu/V3CkYr

Save the date! 📅

On 28 May, the winners of the Grand Prix Awards and the Public Choice Award of the 2026 European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards will be announced.

The ceremony will also celebrate 30 outstanding heritage achievements from 18 countries. Supported by Creative Europe, the Awards recognise excellence in Europe’s cultural heritage, showcasing impactful projects and inspiring individuals.

Discover this year’s winners: https://link.europa.eu/HPdfFH

Diversity fuels creativity, innovation and belonging. 🌍🌈

On , we reaffirm that culture is stronger in open, inclusive and diverse societies. Everyone should be free to express who they are and participate fully in cultural life without fear or discrimination.

The EU remains committed to protecting equality, dignity and the right to be oneself. 💙