On February 6, 2025, Villa Decius in Kraków will host the final conference of the Cultural Cooperation Project Management Training – CCPROM, an initiative developed by four leading European cultural institutions: the Marcel Hicter Association from Belgium, the University of Barcelona from Spain, Goten Publishing from North Macedonia, and the Villa Decius Institute for Culture from Poland. The event will take place in a hybrid format, with live streaming available online and simultaneous interpretation provided in both Polish and English.
This conference, titled “International Collaborations in the Field of Culture: State of the Art, Perspectives, and Opportunities,” will serve as a platform for discussions on the present and future of international cultural cooperation. It will bring together cultural professionals, policymakers, and academics to explore key challenges and opportunities in the field, particularly in the context of Poland’s upcoming Presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2025.
The event will begin at 9:30 AM with opening remarks from key figures in the programme, Dominika Kasprowicz, Director of Villa Decius, and Frédéric Jacquemin, Director of the Marcel Hicter Foundation. Their introductions will set the stage for a day of engaging discussions and hands-on activities aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among cultural professionals across Europe.
A highlight of the conference will take place at 10:00 AM with the premiere of “Oracle”, an innovative narrative game designed as a training tool for cultural project management. This interactive experience will immerse participants in the world of international cultural cooperation, where they will take on the roles of consortium members managing a project inspired by European heritage and Greek mythology. Guided by a Game Master, players will navigate the complexities of cultural project management, making strategic decisions, allocating resources, and responding to unforeseen challenges. The game aims to develop key skills such as teamwork, negotiation, and intercultural communication while offering a dynamic and engaging learning experience. “Oracle” will be available in both Polish and English, and attendees are encouraged to register in advance to secure a spot in the gameplay session.
🔗 Registration for the game is available here: Game Registration Form
Following a lunch break, the conference will resume at 2:30 PM with a panel discussion focusing on the current landscape of international collaboration in the cultural sector, its future prospects, and the opportunities it presents. Experts from various institutions will share their insights, including Paweł Szczepanik, Plenipotentiary of the Mayor of Kraków for Culture; Olga Brzezińska, Deputy Director of the Adam Mickiewicz Institute; Anna Atłas, Director of the Office for School and Adult Education Erasmus+ Programs in National Agency; Tomasz Włodarski from the Małopolska Institute of Culture; Bartosz Szydłowski, Director of Łaźnia Nowa Theatre; Professor Jarosław Górniak, Vice-Rector for International Cooperation at Jagiellonian University; Professor Dominika Kasprowicz, Director of the Villa Decius Institute for Culture; Frédéric Jacquemin, Director of the Marcel Hicter Foundation and former Director of Africalia; Professor Lluis Bonet, Director of the Cultural Management Program at the University of Barcelona; and Robert Alagjozovski from Goten Publishing, who previously served as Minister of Culture of North Macedonia. Their discussion will offer a deep dive into the evolving dynamics of cultural cooperation and the role of European networks in fostering sustainable partnerships.
The conference will conclude at 4:30 PM with a summary of key takeaways from the day’s discussions, offering final reflections on the role of international collaboration in strengthening the European cultural landscape.
This event provides a valuable opportunity for cultural professionals, educators, and policymakers to connect, share experiences, and explore innovative approaches to managing cultural projects in an increasingly interconnected world. Whether attending in person or online, participants will gain practical knowledge and inspiration for future collaborations.
For those joining us in the panel discussion, we kindly request confirmation of attendance via email at aleksandra@willadecjusza.pl.