Open Call for participation in IN SITU symposium in Iceland

How can cultural and creative industries (CCIs) unlock the potential of rural regions? Join us in Reykjavík, Iceland, on Friday, 30 May 2025, for the Unlocking the Power of Rural CCIs symposium!

This international event, hosted by the Creative Industries Research Centre in Iceland, in collaboration with the Horizon Europe-funded IN SITU Research Project and The Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies, will bring together policymakers, thought leaders, and creatives to explore how culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship drive innovation, sustainability, and regeneration beyond urban centres.

Abstracts are welcome for the following sessions:

The Geography of Creativity – How place shapes cultural and creative innovation
Entrepreneurship in the Rural Creative Economy – Turning ideas into impact
Social Enterprises in Action – Building resilient creative ecosystems
Policy and Gender – Shaping inclusive futures in CCIs
Regenerative Heritage Futures – Rethinking preservation, innovation, and tourism

Deadline for abstracts: Monday, 24 March 2025 (midnight GMT)
Submit in English.

Learn more & submit your proposal: HERE

Let’s shape the future of non-urban cultural and creative industries together!