The Global Cultural Relations Program (GCRP) in Marrakech, Morocco, is accepting applications through March 31, 2024. It is an EU-initiated program that is fully funded. Young cultural workers from all across the world are connected through the Global Cultural Relations Program. The Culture Relations Platform oversees this initiative. The GCRP was held in Spain the previous year. From November 25–28, 2024, in Morocco, about 40 professionals from around the world will participate in the Global Cultural Relations Program (GCRP) 2024.

It is a special chance that brings professionals from all over the world together to talk about cross-cultural cooperation and build important contacts. The IELTS is not necessary. Application fees are NOT required. Professionals in the creative and cultural industries OR those involved in the development of safer communities are eligible to apply for the 2024 edition of GCRP. Ready to Submit an Application? Below are some specifics regarding the perks and the application process.

Details About Global Cultural Relations Program 2024

• Host Country: Morocco
• Location: Marrakech
• Travel Dates: 25-28 November 2024
• Who can Apply: Anyone from any country
• Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
• Deadline: 14th July 2024

Financial Benefits

The CRP will cover:

• Airfare
• Accommodation
• Expenses during the program.

No of Participants

The CRP will select 40 Young professionals from all around the world.

Eligible Countries

The Global Cultural Relations Programme (GCRP) is open to participants from all over the
world, so all nationalities are eligible to participate. The majority of the participants will come from non-EU countries.

2024 Theme

• Cultural and Creative Professionals
• Creating Safer Societies

Cultural and Creative Sector Professionals

This includes but is not limited to:

• Architecture
• Audiovisual & Cinema
• Books & Publishing
• Cultural heritage
• Cultural management
• Design
• Media
• Music
• Performing arts
• Visual arts

Creating Safer Societies

This includes but is not limited to:

• Conflict and post-conflict areas
• Peacebuilding
• Mediation practices, dialogue, and education
• Post-conflict trauma healing and mental health
• Interfaith dialogue
• Human rights and rights-based initiatives
• Working with marginalized groups
• Social justice, inclusion, and resilience
• Asylum, migration, and forced displacement
• Natural disaster and climate change responses
• Actions against disinformation.

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Why You Should Take Part in GCRP?

• interdisciplinary and cross-cultural collaborations.
• Young practitioners and change-makers working in the field of culture
• Network with international professionals
• Engage with peers working on similar challenges
• Explore how culture intersects with creating safer societies

Eligibility Criteria

• Those who are working in the areas of cultural and creative sectors OR in creating safer societies.
• You should be aged 25-39, with at least three years of experience in international and cross-cultural collaboration.
• You could work for a public, private, or civil society organization, or be a freelancer.
• Be able to join the entire program.

Wait! Before you apply Watch

• Former participants talk about their experiences in this video
• The 2023 edition of the GCRP
• See what our alumni have achieved
• Questions? Take a look at FAQs.

Timeline

• Mid to late August: Selected participants are informed via email
• October: Announcement of Participants
• Sunday 24 November: Participants arrive in Marrakech
• Monday 25 November – Thursday 28 November: Four full days of programming
• Friday 29 November: Participants departure from Marrakech

Note: If participants want to stay in Morocco after the conference, they will be responsible for covering their expenses.

How to Apply for the GCRP Morocco 2024?

All applicants have to apply online. The link to the official website is given below.