Asia
Asia
Mobility First! - ASEF Cultural Mobility Initiative is publicly funded by 51 Asian and European countries, the ASEAN Secretariat and the European Union, under the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM), an intergovernmental, political dialogue process.
Y E A R 1
2017R E V I E W
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Activities We Support
FestivalBiennaleConference
Artists’ or Writers’ ResidencyPractice-led Research
“Go and see”Short-term Exploration
Networking
ExhibitionWorkshop
TrainingForum
Mobility First! ASEF Cultural Mobility Initiative
A travel fund for artists and cultural professionals in Asia and Europe
Key Insights from Year 1There is strong awareness and interest for international exchange and cooperation
There is increased interest from females and early career practitioners in the arts sector
There is increased market demand for showcasing art from artists of diverse backgrounds
There is a renewed interest for regional exchange in Asia
Cultural mobility is high on the global cultural policy agenda
Cultural mobility is part of the regular work life of artists and cultural professionals. It is not only a matter of choice, but a basic necessity for professional growth and cooperation.
Main OutcomesAt the end of its first year, Mobility First! was recognised by UNESCO as a “success story” in multilateral cooperation (Global Report 2018: Reshaping Cultural Policies)
ASEM Culture Ministers cited Mobility First! as a good example for fostering international cultural cooperation (ASEM CMM8, 28 Feb-2 Mar 2018, Sofia, Bulgaria)
AsiaEurope
31
Europe
Asia1329
35ARTISTS
38CULTURAL
PROFESSIONALS
58ASIANS
15EUROPEANS
IN
33EVENTS
23ASEM
COUNTRIES
35MALES
38FEMALES
73SUPPORTED
PRACTITIONERS
28ASEM
COUNTRIES
FROM
830 APPLICATIONS
46 ASEM
COUNTRIES
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