February 2025 - PartArt4OW is thrilled to announce the launch of its First Open Call on Monday, February 3, 2025, inviting artists, scientists, civic society actors, and communities to collaborate on participatory art initiatives (PAIs) that address pressing ocean and water basin challenges.
With the increasing urgency of climate change and environmental degradation, PartArt4OW aims to foster innovative, interdisciplinary approaches that blend art, science, and community action to drive meaningful impact. The selected initiatives will receive funding, mentoring, and networking opportunities as part of an accelerator program designed to maximize their effectiveness and outreach.
Why Apply
The open call provides a unique opportunity for creative minds, artists, scientific experts and communities to co-design projects that inspire action, enhance ocean and promote water literacy.
PartArt4OW seeks proposals that demonstrate scientific rigor, artistic innovation, inclusivity, sustainability, and broad societal impact.
Who Can Apply
- PartArt4OW encourages applications from individuals and organisation, including but not limited to:
- Artists, Creatives and cultural and creative institutions
- Scientists & Researchers and related organisations
- Civic Society organisations and Communities
Key Focus Areas
- Increase ocean literacy
- Increase awareness on challenges and pressures faced by the ocean and inland waters
- Mobilise citizens and stakeholders for the protection and restoration of the ocean and inland waters
- Engaging local communities for protecting and restoring marine and freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity
How to Apply
Applications open on February 3, 2025, interested participants can find full details, guidelines, and submission requirements on this link.
Join the Movement
Through this initiative, PartArt4OW is building a community of change makers committed to protecting our oceans and water ecosystems through the power of participatory art. Do not miss the chance to be part of this transformative journey!
Call Opening: February 3, 2025 (12:00 CET) - Call Closing: April 3, 2025 (17:00 CET)
More Information & Application: First Open Call
For press inquiries, interviews, or further information, please contact: Carolina Dopico González contact@partart4ow.eu
About PartArt4OW
PartArt4OW has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe Mission Ocean Programme HORIZON-MISS-2023-OCEAN-01 Under Grant Agreement No 101157247.
PartArt4OW is a European initiative dedicated to bridging the gap between art, science, and civic society to address environmental challenges related to oceans and water basins. By supporting innovative participatory art initiatives, the project aims to foster collaboration, increase public engagement, and inspire action for a more sustainable future.
