This workshop is aimed at industry representatives from various sectors of cultural and creative industries, representatives of the fashion and textile value chains as well as representatives of regions and EU countries that have developed smart specialisation strategies and other support measures for these sectors. It will be an occasion to get a better understanding about practical ways to participate in the European Fund for Strategic Investment (EFSI) in the framework of the Investment Plan for Europe.

EFSI supports strategic investments in key areas such as infrastructure, education, research and innovation, as well as risk finance for small businesses.

The workshop will also provide information about some key EU funding programmes.