Liepāja 2027 team presents project readiness to the European Commission expert panel
19. May, 2025
On 14 May 2025, the Liepāja 2027 team took part in the second monitoring meeting organised by the European Commission, where we presented the project’s level of readiness to the European Capitals of Culture (ECOC) Expert Panel online.
This was an important milestone on our journey as a European Capital of Culture. We shared our progress, outlined our plans, answered questions, and received valuable recommendations.
The presentation focused on the development of the cultural programme, its European dimension, community involvement, governance, and financing. Special attention was also given to impact evaluation, audience development, and our response to the recommendations from the first report.
We are grateful to the European Commission and the Expert Panel for the thoughtful discussion, encouragement, and constructive feedback that will help guide us on the road to 2027!
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