Cultural Relations Platform

We are an EU-funded project that connects cultural practitioners worldwide for dialogue, exchange and co-operation 🇪🇺🌍

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

3/3. Implemented under the @CultExtRel & funded by 🇪🇺

This initiative celebrates 🇳🇦 heritage while building skills in design, branding & marketing; preparing students to thrive in the creative economy.

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@FranceInNamibia
@GermanEmbassyNA
@EmbPtWindhoek
@EmbEspNam

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

2/2. This initiative is proudly funded by the @EUinNamibia under the @CultExtRel , empowering artisans to thrive in today’s creative economy.

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

Rooted in Tradition, Ready for Tomorrow!

Earlier this week, students from College of the Arts showcased bold, future-ready designs at The Design Challenge, part of the Namibian Design Innovation Competition, funded by @EUinNamibia via @CultExtRel

Continued… 1/2.

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

1/2. From 5–10 June 2025, 16 craft entrepreneurs gathered in Zambezi for an intensive EU-funded via @CultExtRel Product Development Workshop. Led by expert trainers in basketry, wood carving, pottery, & fabric printing…, continued.

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

#TBT Two participants who participated in the EU-funded Product Development Workshop in Zambezi (5–10 June 2025) reflect on their journeys:
🔹1 mastering wood carving,
🔹the other in tie-dye fabric printing.

The training was organised by @EUinNamibia through @CultExtRel 🇪🇺🇳🇦

[Unión Europea en Argentina @UEenARG]

🎭 Así vivimos “Diálogos Teatrales”
Cinco días. Cinco obras. La UE y Argentina reunidas en el escenario.

👉 La iniciativa se realizó en colaboración con @elsanmartinctba, la EMAD y @CultExtRel.

¡Gracias a todas las personas que se sumaron!

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

1/2. 🇪🇺-🇳🇦 Craft Product Development Training is officially underway in Zambezi!

Local master crafters are levelling up their skills in basketry, pottery, woodcarving, weaving and fabric printing, blending traditional skills with bold new designs & market insight.

Continued…

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

…2/2. This initiative is part of a broader mission to empower Namibian artisans and boost creative businesses, implemented with support of @CultExtRel & @EUinNamibia

Thanks to Emergo , @NamibianArtsAss along with our team of experts & trainers for making this happen.🇳🇦🇪🇺

[Unión Europea en Argentina @UEenARG]

Llega el ciclo “Diálogos teatrales” 🙌

🎭 Del 2 al 6 de junio, los invitamos a disfrutar de un ciclo de teatro semimontado que propone un cruce artístico entre dramaturgias europeas y la escena argentina.

La entrada es libre y gratuita.

Más información: https://t.co/ahXryGTbsD

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

1/2. Crafting Brighter Futures!🇳🇦🇪🇺

Creative Namibian artisans from Khomas & Zambezi are taking their craft to the next level through an EU-funded training under the #EUNamibiaCraftProject supported by @CultExtRel

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

2/3. A night to remember. Celebrated Namibian cuisines, creativity & culture!

🎶 Erna Chimu & band
🔥 Kapana by Master Chef Mandume
🍖 Spit braai by Namibia Smoked Meat
🍻 Local & International beverages by NBL (Heineken)
🧵 Craft displays from EU-funded workshop @CultExtRel

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2/2. From handwoven baskets & embroidered home décor to beautiful beadwork, leather goods & unique gifts.

Thank you for visiting our booths A20–A24 at the City of Windhoek Upper Parking. Culture & Crafts in the City🇪🇺🇳🇦

@EUinNamibia
@CoWMunicipality
@CultExtRel

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1/2. Day 2 of celebrating @CoWMunicipality /Ae//Gams festival. We appreciate having you come out to support small businesses, celebrate creativity & take home a piece of 🇳🇦’s artistry. @EUinNamibia through the @CultExtRel supported local crafters from Khomas & Zambezi regions.

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

The @CoWMunicipality /Ae //Gams Arts & Cultural Festival is live! Thanks to @EUinNamibia & @CultExtRel , 12 amazing crafters from Khomas & Zambezi are showcasing their handmade work.

Catch them at City of Windhoek upper parking, Booths A20–A24. Support local talent!🇪🇺🇳🇦

[EU in Namibia @EUinNamibia]

The @EUinNamibia-funded Product Development Workshop under @CultExtRel kicked off yesterday in Windhoek!

11 Namibian artisans are building skills in jewellery, beadwork, packaging & more.

Thanks to Emergo Consulting, Annie Symonds, Anabel Loubser & Gabi Woker!🇪🇺🇳🇦

[Cultural Relations Platform @CultExtRel]

📺 Follow live 1-3 April from 9am-2pm Panama time via @UEenPanama 's Youtube channel : https://t.co/NW5ZPgGX15

😀The 3-day forum entitled ‘Cultural Routes in the Americas: the Panamanian Experience’ is part of the Caminos Culturales, Cruces Naturales project.
Don't miss it!

[Unión Europea en Panamá 🇪🇺🇵🇦 @UEenPanama]

1-3 de abril sigue en directo el Foro Rutas Culturales en las Américas: la experiencia panameña 🗺️

🔗9 a.m. a 2 p.m. en https://t.co/5JGYI4VCHL

Únete al intercambio de buenas prácticas de gestión de patrimonio cultural entre Panamá🇵🇦, la Unión Europea🇪🇺 y América Latina🌎.

[Cultural Relations Platform @CultExtRel]

with @kyotocitykoho , @mo_____ya , @beansboy63 ⭐️ see you in Japan next month!

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The Osaka EXPO EU-Japan #Animation Residency will gather visionary animators from Europe & Japan, inviting them on a 6-month journey of cultural exchange, co-creation & sparking long-term partnership.
See you in 🇯🇵!

🔔Official PR:
https://t.co/mhAYqAxK4H

#euatexpo #expo2025

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😀Big thank you to all who made the 1st phase of the EU-Sri Lanka Matchmaking Partnership Programme a success!
During the visit, participants attended workshops, visited local design studios & explored the potential for further collaboration. Stay tuned!

@EU_in_Sri_Lanka #crafts

[Cultural Relations Platform @CultExtRel]

👏The EU-Sri Lanka matchmaking partnership programme has kicked off in Colombo, Sri Lanka at the Export Development Board office.

Participants will continue to explore potential collaborations focused on Sri Lanka’s #textile and #craft industry! Stay tuned!

@EU_in_Sri_Lanka