{"id":12319,"date":"2026-01-15T14:21:33","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T13:21:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artex.firenze.it\/uncategorized\/craftour-segui-online-gli-eventi-in-programma-il-29-30-gennaio-2026-2\/"},"modified":"2026-01-15T14:27:50","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T13:27:50","slug":"craftour-segui-online-gli-eventi-in-programma-il-29-30-gennaio-2026-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artex.firenze.it\/en\/updates\/craftour-segui-online-gli-eventi-in-programma-il-29-30-gennaio-2026-2\/","title":{"rendered":"CRAFTOUR \u2013 Join the online events, 29\u201330 January 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source=&#8221;post_title&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;no_stripe&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/6&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][vc_single_image source=&#8221;featured_image&#8221; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-8&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1667483949616{padding-right: 45px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1768483802437{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<b>Innovation and the Future of European Artistic Craft<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>What is CRAFTOUR?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CRAFTOUR is a European initiative that brings together projects and partners committed to the promotion and innovation of artistic craftsmanship. Its goal is to create a collaborative ecosystem that addresses the sector\u2019s challenges, promotes sustainability, digitalization, and training, and strengthens the role of craftsmanship in European culture and economy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This event will also see Artex participating as a partner in two projects within CRAFTOUR: Tracks4Crafts (Horizon Europe 2023\u20132027) and Reskilling Crafts (Erasmus+ 2025\u20132027).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>EVENTS<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udccd <\/span><b>29 January 2026 \u2013 Scientific Conference | University of Antwerp &amp; Online<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 9:00 AM \u2013 7:00 PM CET<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Location:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> University of Antwerp and online<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Focus<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evolution of the definitions of \u201ccraft\u201d and authenticity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital transformation, AI, and skills transmission<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainability, economic models, and business resilience<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scientific conference on 29 January will offer a full day of discussion and in-depth exploration of the craft world, featuring interactive roundtables, keynotes, and research paper presentations covering CRAFTOUR\u2019s five pillars. This is a unique opportunity to explore key themes and discover new perspectives, complemented by a showcase of posters, photographs, and films celebrating creativity and the value of artisanal skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Elisa Guidi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Artex coordinator, will participate as a panelist in the final roundtable to discuss organizational transformation and the resilience of the craft sector, addressing topics such as sustainability, innovative business models, and practical challenges in adopting eco-friendly practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udc49 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/projects.madineurope.eu\/craftour\/scientific-conference-antwerp\/\"><b>Check the agenda and register to follow the SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE online<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udccd <\/span><b>30 January \u2013 General Conference | European Parliament, Brussels &amp; Online<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 9:00 AM \u2013 1:00 PM CET<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> European Parliament \u2013 Altiero Spinelli Building, Spinelli Room 1G2 and online<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Focus:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connections between craftsmanship and other sectors (fashion, design, tourism, heritage construction)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Impact of craftsmanship on cultural heritage, territorial identity, economic development, SMEs, employment, and sustainability<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The conference on 30 January is based on CRAFTOUR\u2019s policy recommendations and insights from the roundtable with the European Commission. The event will bring together leading figures, institutions, and organizations from the craft sector to maximize impact and visibility. The stage will feature authoritative voices from the world of craftsmanship and beyond, sharing experiences, visions, and strategies to revitalize and strengthen Europe\u2019s artisan ecosystem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Registration required by 26 January at 12:00 PM CET. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited in-person spots (max 100 attendees).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udc49 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/projects.madineurope.eu\/craftour\/craftour-general-conference\/\"><b>Check the agenda and register to follow the GENERAL CONFERENCE online<\/b><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][stm_share_buttons][\/vc_column][vc_column][\/vc_column][vc_column][\/vc_column][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source=&#8221;post_title&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;no_stripe&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/6&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][vc_single_image source=&#8221;featured_image&#8221; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-8&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1667483949616{padding-right: 45px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1768483802437{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Innovation and the Future of European Artistic Craft What is CRAFTOUR? 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