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Call for Proposals

The project “Heritage is our brand”, funded by the European Union and implemented by DMO Albania and EU Policy Hub, announces the call for applications for the small grants scheme. This call for applications invites creative and cultural initiatives that transform intangible cultural heritage into artistic and visual expressions using contemporary methods. Proposals should draw inspiration from the cultural stories developed by the project “Heritage is our brand” which can be found at this link: Stories – Albania Heritage 

Applicants are encouraged not only to creatively transform these cultural narratives into works of art or visual forms, but also to engage the public in meaningful ways, fostering awareness, appreciation, and critical reflection on intangible heritage in contemporary society. The small grants scheme is designed to empower and support a diverse group of actors who are actively engaged in the field of cultural heritage. This call is addressed to:

  1. Young artists, creators, and cultural practitioners in producing new works that contribute to a broader understanding of intangible heritage and identity;
  2. Experts in the field of culture, including historians, artists, educators, curators, researchers, and cultural managers with in-depth knowledge of cultural heritage;
  3. Civil society organisations (CSOs) and cultural associations operating in the field of cultural heritage and playing a key role in promoting community-based cultural initiatives.

  Please refer to the call documentation package as follows:

  1. Guideline
  2. Application Form
  3. Budget
  4. Declaration of the applicant

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Winners of the Small Grants

  • Fatmir Juka Xhubleta e Dalun N’dritë, Installation -sculpture in a public space at Malësia e Madhe
  • Suela Bako “I am Teuta, the queen of the Sea”. A short movie (Durres, Lezhe, Shkoder)
  • Ergys Krisiko Speaking sounds, Interactive installation (Tirana, former Kinistudio)
  • Endri Muçaj Musical show – Happy games for kids – Public show
  • Andamion Murataj Books of light- Purple Codex Beratinus- Short movie
  • Kreshnik Belba The woman who chooses- Four legends in glass- Moving Installation in Elbasan, Lezhe, Fier, Tirane
  • Xhesika Berisha The voices of Albanian myths- 10 stories in a graphic novel for kids 10-16 years old (incl didactic material for teachers )
  • Qendra “DURRËSI AKTIV” Balisca- the Illyrian wine – The memory that awakens the earth- Mosaic produced by children -Durres
  • Agjencia Rajonale e Zhvillimit Berat Under this Sign- The story of Constantine the Great – Theatral Show in Berat
  • Mauro Zaçe Gjëmon- animated documentary film using Artificial Intelligence, produced by 4 young artists
  • Shoqata “Ekologët për Rajonin Kukës” lija: Food tradition on screen- A documentary and festive event in Kukes village, including the community
  • Besiana Shehi The Call of the Stone, Bas-relief Sculpture in Mount of Kruja. Based on the story of 90 women who sacrificed their lives to escape the Ottomans
  • Anila Zajmi Expo-Parade show with young people producing the dresses based on 4 mythological stories.
  • Andi Kongo Suite Jazz, a concert based on 3 stories from the Albanian heritage platform.
  • Qendra “The Good Psychology” Religious Tolerance, The Gjin Alex Mosque- Video art – Delvinë