AI4Creatives Support Platform: embracing a fair AI revolution
EU-wide call for proposals for the development of a virtual AI support platform for cultural and creative professionals, focusing on ethical standards, capacity building, and networking. Application deadline: 23.09.2027.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
The goal is the development and operation of a European, virtual AI support platform for the cultural and creative industries (CCSI). It is intended to serve as an open network to facilitate access to services, expertise, training, and tools, to implement ethical and regulatory standards, ensure transparency, and strengthen the competitiveness of small and medium-sized actors.
Eligible expenses
- Personnel expenses
- Material costs
- Travel expenses
- Services
- Infrastructure costs
Eligible to apply
- Companies
- Non-profit Organizations
- Educational Institutions
- Public Institutions
Funding requirements
- Participation by public or private institutions in EU member states or associated countries
- Consortium of at least three independent partners in different countries
- Proof of expertise in AI, cultural and creative industries, or project management
Documents required for application
- Project description
- Financing plan
- Curricula vitae of key personnel
- Cooperation agreement
Evaluation criteria
- Innovative content of the project
- Quality and efficiency of implementation
- Potential for dissemination and utilization
Description
The AI4Creatives Support Platform aims to establish a Europe-wide virtual contact point for institutions and stakeholders in the cultural and creative sectors (CCSI). Coordinated by at least three independent partners from different EU member states or associated countries, an open network will be created that connects cultural organizations, museums, galleries, publishers, start-ups, and research institutions. The focus is on capacity building through training, consulting services, and the development of practical tools. Ethical and regulatory standards will be implemented to ensure transparency, promote cultural diversity, and eliminate potential biases. Additionally, emphasis is placed on building a robust infrastructure for copyright issues to ensure the legally secure use of copyrighted content in the AI context.
Funding is provided to public and private institutions, educational establishments, non-profit organizations, as well as SMEs and founders with proven expertise in AI, cultural and creative sectors, or project management. The initial funding amounting to €5 million is granted as a subsidy with a 100% funding rate for a project duration of 36 months. Eligible to apply is a consortium of at least three partners from different countries; the application deadline is 23 September 2027 at 17:00 (Brussels time). Required documents include a project description, a financing plan, CVs of key personnel, and a cooperation agreement. Evaluation criteria include innovation content, implementation quality, and dissemination potential. The goal is to strengthen the competitiveness of small and medium-sized actors and to realize a sustainable, pan-European platform for the fair digital transformation of the CCSI.