[Open Call] 2025 CPI Global Connect Workshop

Call for Applicants

Number of Participants
● Total 40 participants * Performing Arts: 20, Visual Arts: 20
* About 10 participants will be selected per region : Africa & the Middle East / Asia & Oceania / Europe / the Americas.
* Distribution may adjusted based on applications

Fields
● Performing Arts
● Visual Arts

Eligibility
● Cultural professionals interested in broadening cultural boundaries and building cultural exchange networks with Korea
● Professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in the relevant field and theme
● Participants from various countries aiming to increase their understanding of Korea's cultural industry
* Theme : Cultural Convergence in the Digital Era – Technology and Digital Transformation

Required Qualifications
● Professionals with 5 to 15 years of experience in the performing or visual arts (including artists, producers, administrators with verifiable experience)
● Proficient in English (for both conversation and writing)
● Able to fully participate and obtain a visa for travel and stay in Korea

Application Deadline
● Until June 15, 2025 (Sun), 24:00 KST

How to Apply
● Online application via Google Forms
● Required Documents
* Application Form (Google Form)
* Proof of Work Experience
* Participation Agreement issued by an affiliated organization
- May be submitted in the designated format or an institutional form that includes the required content
- “Affiliated organization” refers to a company or institution where the applicant is regularly employed.
- Freelancers without affiliation are exempt from this requirement
* Consent to Collection and Use of Personal Information (must use designated form)
● Optional Documents
* Official English proficiency certificate
* Letter of Recommendation from one of the following:
- The Embassy of the Republic of Korea
- A Korean Cultural Center
- Your country’s Ministry of Culture
Applicants who submit a letter of recommendation will receive an additional five points in the document screening stage.

Selection Process
● Document screening
● Online interview (approx. 10 minutes per applicant via video call)

Support Provided
● Round-trip airfare (economy class)
● Accommodation and local transportation
* Arranged by the host; no cash disbursement
● Meals during official program activities
* All other meals (dinners and weekends) are the responsibility of participants.
● Certificate of Completion
* Awarded to those who attend at least 80% of the program and submit a completed project proposal
* Note: Visa-related fees and travel insurance must be covered by the participant. Insurance proof must be submitted before departure.

Participant Obligations
● Minimum 80% attendance across the full program
● Presentation and Submission of a completed collaborative project proposal


Apply via Google Form: https://forms.gle/soU2hiocgJNcF3vX6

For your reference: [Announcement] 2025 CPI Global Connect Workshop Open Call
http://eng.kofice.or.kr/notice/notice_view.asp?f_seq=25120