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Kooperativa – Regional Platform for Culture, as a network of 40 organizations, cultural centers, and independent media outlets in Southeastern Europe (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Croatia, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Slovenia, Serbia), with deep respect and admiration, follows the heroic struggle of students, cultural workers, and numerous citizens in Serbia after the collapse of the… Continue reading STATEMENT REGARDING THE PROTESTS OF STUDENTS, CULTURAL WORKERS, AND CITIZENS IN SERBIA

A few days ago, January 21, 2025, in Belgrade, at a hotel, several individuals – citizens of Croatia, Slovenia, North Macedonia, Romania, and Albania, who work in the civil sector and independent culture – were detained. They were in Belgrade to participate in the Erste Academy program. They were held at the police station and… Continue reading STATEMENT REGARDING THE DETENTION AND ENTRY BAN IN THE REPUBLIC OF SERBIA OF COLLEAGUES FROM CROATIA, SLOVENIA, NORTH MACEDONIA, ROMANIA, AND ALBANIA

We’re thrilled to announce a new opportunity for Kooperativa members: the open call for our e-LAB online capacity-building workshops! We invite you to contribute your expertise and strengthen our community in one of two ways: 1) PROPOSE A WORKSHOP Share your knowledge, experience, and skills on topics you find important or facilitate a joint working… Continue reading MEMBERS ONLY CALL FOR E-LAB PROGRAMME

Applications are now being accepted for the second cycle of our Twinning Programme! The Programme is a unique initiative that connects two art and culture organisations from different countries for an immersive, collaborative experience. Through this partnership, organisations can learn from each other, share skills, and strengthen their professional capacities by working closely together on… Continue reading TWINNING PROGRAMME: OPEN CALL

Kooperativa General Assembly 2024 in Zagreb Kooperativa’s General Assembly 2024 was held in Zagreb with the support of our local member Kontejner, who recently completely renovated and remodeled their new multifunctional space. This year’s Assembly focused on Kooperativa’s future vision and strategies, centered around our shared values of peace, friendship, solidarity, and mutual support. Members… Continue reading KOOPERATIVA GENERAL ASSEMBLY 2024

We invite all friends, colleagues, collaborators, artists, artistic and cultural associations, art faculties, and cultural institutions to join us in protecting yet another space for contemporary art that keeps the artistic scene of Serbia, and the entire region, vibrant and relevant. Below is the original statement from the Association Independent Cultural Scene of Serbia (NKSS):… Continue reading Statement on the Closure of Remont

Error 404: Collaboration Found! – Building Resilience through Cultural Cooperation Building upon the success of our inaugural Summer School in 2022, the Spring School 2024 is scheduled for 13-17 June 2024 in Skopje. This 5-day intensive program aims to bring together young artists and cultural professionals from Southeast Europe (SEE) with a particular focus on the Western… Continue reading Spring School 2024 — ERROR 404: Collaboration Found!

Kooperativa has recently published its second source book titled “Weaving Spaces: How Regional Spaces for Culture Shape Narratives for Local Art, Culture, and Cooperation.” This publication is part of Kooperativa’s ongoing efforts to explore how regional cultural initiatives influence local artistic practices and foster cooperation within Southeast Europe. The book delves into the dynamics of… Continue reading SOURCE BOOK II IS OUT!

Kooperativa and the Association Independent Cultural Scene of Serbia are inviting you to an exploratory conference “Crossing the Line: Collaborative Perspectives on the Future of Culture”. This conference will facilitate conversations and discussions on collectively confronting and tackling the unresolved issues and unspoken challenges that have shaped the independent scene. It will take place in… Continue reading Crossing the Line: Collaborative Perspectives on the Future of Culture — conference in Belgrade

Kooperativa held its annual General Assembly 2023 from October 16th to 18th in Peja, Kosovo. During this time, the Assembly engaged in developing a revised model for regional exchange and cooperation and decided on strategic directions regarding activities for the upcoming year. Additionally, Kooperativa welcomed adding two new members to the network, and the Management… Continue reading KOOPERATIVA GENERAL ASSEMBLY — PEJA 2023