We offer financial support for Irish artists, arts organisations and cultural practitioners to:
- present and promote their work at key international venues and festivals
- develop new and diverse international audiences and markets
- participate in international networking events
We support international showcases by:
- presenting a range of artform showcases at key international arts markets
- developing new platforms and building influence and opportunities for Irish artists at important arts industry events
- working with artists and presenting partners to co-ordinate and promote Irish participation in key international cultural events
We support the development of Ireland's international cultural policy by:
- advising the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media and other government departments on arts and culture policy
- building relationships and networks with arts and cultural organisations, relevant public bodies, state agencies and government departments at home and abroad
- working with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade to ensure that cultural affairs are effectively promoted whilst strengthening Ireland’s cultural networks abroad