๐ Key Information
Activity โญ๏ธ Title
Artisans in Cooperation: Building Social Craft Partnerships in Europe
Activity ๐ถ Type | ๐ Dates | ๐Location
Partnership-building Activity
19 June 2026 | Bulgaria
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โ๏ธWhat Is This Training About?
This online Coffee Talk brings together social cooperatives and craft collectives from across Europe. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange experiences, showcase their work, and build connections for potential partnerships.
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โน๏ธ Description About The Opportunity
Artisans in Cooperation: Building Social Craft Partnerships in Europe
Online Coffee Talk | 19 June 2026 | 11:00โ13:00 (EET)
We are delighted to invite social cooperatives, craft collectives, and organizations working at the intersection of creativity and social impact to take part in an inspiring online Coffee Talk titled โArtisans in Cooperation: Building Social Craft Partnerships in Europe.โ This interactive session will take place on 19 June 2026 and is organised within the framework of the Craftwork4.0All platform, a Creative Europe initiative dedicated to strengthening the role of craftsmanship in social inclusion, sustainability, and innovation across Europe.
Hosted by OECON Group Bulgaria, this Coffee Talk is designed as an open, informal space for dialogue and exchange. With a strong background in EU-funded projects focusing on entrepreneurship, vocational training, and the social economy, OECON brings together diverse communities to spark meaningful collaboration and knowledge sharing. The session reflects this spirit by offering participants the opportunity to meet, connect, and explore common challenges and opportunities within the European craft ecosystem.
At its core, this gathering aims to foster thoughtful discussion around three key themes: sustainability in the craft sector, the role of craftsmanship in promoting social inclusion of vulnerable groups, and the creation of new partnerships for future collaboration. Participants will have the chance to share their experiences, present their initiatives, and engage with peers who are equally committed to combining craft, tradition, and social impact.
This Coffee Talk is particularly relevant for social craft cooperatives, collective workshops, and grassroots initiatives, as well as organisations within the social and solidarity economy that incorporate craft or creative practices into their work. We warmly encourage participation from those working with or supporting vulnerable groups, including individuals in situations of social or labour integration, women, young people, migrants, and persons with disabilities. It is also an excellent opportunity for small organisations and emerging collectives that wish to expand their horizons and connect with a broader European network.
Rather than a conventional webinar, this is envisioned as a welcoming and engaging conversation space where participants can actively contribute. By joining, you will be able to showcase your organisationโs work within an expanding European platform, gain visibility, and exchange ideas with like-minded practitioners. The session also offers a valuable opportunity to discover innovative approaches to sustainable craft practices, learn from different cultural and organisational contexts, and draw inspiration from real-life stories and experiences shared across borders.
Beyond inspiration, the Coffee Talk aims to serve as a starting point for future cooperation. Participants will be able to explore potential partnerships for joint initiatives, including EU-funded project proposals, study visits, exchanges, or pilot collaborations. By bringing together diverse actors from across Europe, the event seeks to build bridges between creativity and social impact, encouraging long-term collaboration rooted in shared values and mutual learning.
If you are passionate about craftsmanship, social change, and collaboration, we would be delighted to have you at the (virtual) table. Bring your favourite mug, your ideas, and your curiosity, and join us for a meaningful exchange of perspectives and possibilities.
Places are limited to ensure an interactive and participatory experience.
We look forward to welcoming you, sharing experiences, and building something meaningful together.
Training overview
This Partnership-building Activity is
for 20 participants
from Erasmus+ Youth Programme countries 
and recommended for
Youth workers, Trainers, Youth leaders, Youth project managers, Youth policy makers, Volunteering mentors, Youth coaches, Youth researchers, social craft cooperatives, collective workshops, and grassroots initiatives
Accessibility info:
This activity and venue place are accessible to people with disabilities.
Working language(s):
English
Organiser:
OECON Group Bulgaria (Others)
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๐ฅ Contact
Contact for questions:
Maria Manoura
E-Mail:
Phone: N/A
๐ถ Costs
Participation fee
None
Accommodation and food
None
Travel reimbursement
None
๐ Certificate
https://youthworkshub.org/15122
โ ๏ธ Important Dates
Application deadline (24h UTC): 16 June 2026
Date of selection: 17 June 2026
๐ Official Link
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