In their contribution, Urša Strehar Benčina and Bjanka Kršmanc show how Pionirski dom Centre for Youth Culture entered the international arena with perseverance, self-evaluation, and by cultivating close, reliable relationships. Their experience highlights the importance of long-term partnerships in the development of an organisation.
Read the full article on the Culture.si portal HERE.
In the final period of Creative Europe (2021–2027), as the new funding programme for the cultural and creative sectors – AgoraEU – is being shaped at the European level, this is an opportune moment to reflect on the experiences, achievements, and shifts that international collaboration in European projects has brought to Slovenian organisations. The Creative Europe Ambassadors, coming from various organisations and creative sectors but united by their commitment to active engagement in the international arena, have generously shared their extensive experience and perspectives. These varied contributions highlight the specific trajectories of individual organisations while also offering deeper insights into the development of artistic practices, institutional models, and the cultural ecosystem in Slovenia.

