The UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) Secretariat is pleased to announce the launch of the 2023 Call for Applications.

The UCCN was created in 2004 with the objective of encouraging international cooperation between cities that invest in culture and creativity as a strategic lever for sustainable urban development. The Network covers 7 creative fields, for which interested cities can apply: Crafts and Folk Art, Design, Film, Gastronomy, Literature, Media Arts and Music.

Launched every two years, the Call for Applications offers the opportunity for cities of UNESCO’s Members States and Associate Members to apply to join the Network.

Interested in applying to join the UCCN? The 2023 Call for Applications is now open

To participate in the 2023 Call for Applications, cities must carefully read the Application Guidelines and duly complete the Application Form, amongst other required documents.

Kindly note that the deadline for the submission of applications is 30 June 2023 (11:59 pm CET).

For more information and relevant documents on the 2023 Call for Applications, please click here

The UCCN Secretariat wishes cities every success in their applications.