CINEFIL organizes film festivals, screenings, discussions, debates and other activities as part of the existing project “Cinema Úsmev - City Cinema and Audiovisual Culture Centre”. The organization considers it necessary to extend operation, to provide further development opportunities for film enthusiasts. It is important to educate viewers through regular film circles and workshops while opening up to new audiences. The goal is to act more actively as a platform for integrating vulnerable groups, , including Roma into society. Many children from vulnerable groups, have different barriers to getting to culture and this is about to change.

The project is divided into three objectives: more efficient organization (improving management and process efficiency, transparency towards the public and partners, improving funding diversification), improving communication with the city of Košice, private companies, building relationships with project partners and flagging projects (e.g. the SMILE Clapperboard project - educational program for children and youth of vulnerable groups and the 'normal' population, or an open screening project twice a six months adapted for two other vulnerable groups: autism, dementia). Project will organise a presentation on the outputs of the project and the cooperation CINEFIL with the organisations of vulnerable groups and discussion on the topic of "Openness culture". The main objective is to develop the Cinema Úsmev to be accessible to vulnerable groups of any kind. These include the Roma minority, Cinema Usmev closely cooperates with CSOs focused on Roma inclusion, and provides its space to Roma inclusion events.

The Slovak partner organisation Smile at Me is the central partner in collaboration on the project activity Clapperboard Smile. The Norwegian partner, Tou Scene AS is an essential part of the project as a consultant, the provider of the know-how, how to manage cultural organizations, communicate with stakeholders, etc.

Summary of bilateral results

The cooperation and active involvement of the Norwegian partner Tou, in the role of consultant, was essential for the successful completion and long-term sustainability of the ongoing activities within the project. During the meetings and workshops, the organizational structure of the civic association CINEFIL and the challenges related to the development of the organization were addressed through in-depth analysis and discussions. The partner was passionate and offered valuable advice and experience gained during his long career in one of the largest independent cultural centers in Norway. It was crucial to take on local challenges with an independent expert who was able to offer CINEFIL insight and new perspectives. Thanks to the meetings, they worked out a concrete proposal for the necessary changes, including adjustments in the structure, flow of funds, statutes, and defined their vision and mission. They also gained new experience in managing a cultural organization, communicating with stakeholders and audience development. The partner also presented examples of good practice in communication with the public sector and shared their solutions, thus helping CINEFIL to solve current challenges. For the whole team, the meetings with the partner were very beneficial and thus built up capacities. Thanks to the project, the relations between CINEFIL and Tou have been further strengthened and the cooperation will continue within the Kósy Kino project. Further project visits, consultations and also the launch of a residency program for Slovak and Norwegian artists and professionals from the cultural and creative industries are planned for the future.

Project details

Project info
Period
2014-2021
Approval date
Grant financing
96007.00€
Final project cost
105885.81€