Brand New IETM Programme – IETM Global Connect 2021-22
Press release – 01.04.2020
IETM Global Connect is a new programme launched and led by IETM - International network for contemporary performing arts and created with the support of IETM’s Associate Members. The goal of Global Connect is to make our network more inclusive, diverse and accessible.
The programme is open to performing arts professionals worldwide (producers, artists, managers, presenters, etc) who have at least 5 years of professional experience in the field and are committed to increase global awareness, inclusion, accessibility and connectivity – in the sector at large and in their communities.
Selected IETM Global Connectors will have the opportunity to enlarge their international connections, develop new skills and knowledge, actively share their fresh perspectives with the network and bring their inspirations to their communities.
To achieve these goals, selected IETM Global Connectors will:
- Receive the IETM membership for 2021-22 (thus getting free access to all our events);
- Take part in the yearly IETM Global Connectors Gathering;
- Benefit from a travel bursary to attend one of our events.
The open call for 2021-22 Global Connectors is now open. You can discover more about the aims and application criteria, and find the online application form by clicking the button below.
Application deadline: 31 May at 17:00 CEST
Selected candidates announcement: First week of September 2021
IETM - International network for the contemporary performing arts is one of the oldest and largest international cultural networks, representing the voice of over 500 performing arts and organisations working in the contemporary performing arts worldwide. IETM’s Associate Members are public institutions, official bodies, arts funding organisations, foundations, etc. active in their countries and internationally in supporting the performing arts field.
IETM Associate Members supporting the IETM Global Connect programme include: Arts Council England (UK), Arts Council Malta (Malta), Arts Council of Wales / Wales Arts International / Cyngor Celfyddydau Cymru / Celfyddydau Rhyngwladol Cymru (Wales, UK), Australia Council for the Arts (Australia), Belfast City Council, Northern Ireland (UK), British Council (UK), Canada Council for the Arts / Conseil des Arts du Canada (Canada), Creative Scotland (Scotland, UK), Danish Arts Foundation (Denmark), Dutch Performing Arts / Stichting Fonds Podiumkunsten (Netherlands), ONDA (Office National de Diffusion Artistique) (France), Pro Helvetia (Switzerland), The Arts Council | An Chomhairle Ealaíon (Ireland), Statens kulturråd / Swedish Arts Council (Sweden).
