{"id":31471,"date":"2026-02-10T12:02:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T12:02:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/un-label.eu\/apply-now-the-third-round-of-our-qualification-programme-is-now-open\/"},"modified":"2026-06-19T14:01:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T14:01:36","slug":"apply-now-the-third-round-of-our-qualification-programme-is-now-open","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/un-label.eu\/en\/apply-now-the-third-round-of-our-qualification-programme-is-now-open\/","title":{"rendered":"Apply now: The third round of our qualification programme is now open!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text: Mehr Diversit\u00e4t in Kultur&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]Our qualification programme to promote inclusive access in cultural organisations is now entering its third \u2014 and for the time being final \u2014 round. Apply by 13 April 2026![\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/un-label.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ausschreibung_Qualifizierungsprogramm_2026.pdf&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Call for application 2026 ( German PDF)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Ausschreibung als PDF &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;http:\/\/eventbrite.de\/e\/1981576540776?aff=oddtdtcreator&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Online information session on 23 March&#8221; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Anmeldung zur digitalen Infoveranstaltung &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/survey.lamapoll.de\/Bewerbungsformular-Access-Maker-Qualifizierungsprogramm-3.-Projektrunde&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Apply now!&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Link zum Bewerbungsbogen &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Unser neues Programm in K\u00fcrze&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Our programme at a glance<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p>From July 2024 to June 2027, Un-Label will offer three to four cultural organisations each year a comprehensive qualification programme supporting the implementation of their inclusive opening and access processes. The programme takes place within the nationwide project <a href=\"https:\/\/un-label.eu\/en\/project\/access-maker-innovationshub\/\">Access Maker \u2013 Innovation Hub<\/a>. Cultural organisations wishing to apply will benefit from our broad range of tailored consultancy, training and intensive support. <\/p>\n<p>The programme aims to provide practical knowledge, raise awareness and enable hands-on application within each organisation\u2019s own context.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Our offer addresses different areas of a cultural organisation. To ensure that the transformation process is implemented holistically and sustainably, the programme is structured around the five pillars of cultural work: programme, staff, audiences, communications and partners. As a team of consultants with diverse disability perspectives and experts in inclusive cultural practice, we support participating organisations throughout this process. <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>Who? When? How often?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p>Each year, 3\u20134 cultural organisations from across Germany are selected by the programme team in consultation with the funders.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The project period for the third year runs from July 2026 to June 2027.<\/li>\n<li>Each organisation participates in at least 8 training sessions (minimum 60 hours), both on site and online, and receives continuous mentoring.<\/li>\n<li>A further 16 specialised training options focusing on different disability perspectives are available, from which 2\u20134 modules can be selected in consultation.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Staff members and management are expected to take part in two strategy meetings with the other participating organisations.\n<p>A participation contribution of 20% of the training costs must be covered by the organisation itself (equivalent to \u20ac4,000), plus travel expenses in accordance with the NRW travel expenses regulations and any necessary accommodation costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Grafiken&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does the programme work?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/un-label.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Grafik_Ablauf_Programm.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;The diagram shows the course of the \u2018access:maker\u2019 qualification programme for cultural organisations. The programme comprises at least 60 hours and combines face-to-face modules (4-5), online modules (3-4 + strategy meetings) and continuous mentoring. There are also 2-4 optional modules (online or face-to-face). Focal points: Knowledge transfer, exchange of experience, action competence, inspiration and network building. Symbols illustrate the different modules, while red accents emphasise important information. &#8221; title_text=&#8221;Grafik_Ablauf_Programm&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Grafik \u201eUmfang\u201c, unter die \u00dcberschrift \u201eWie l\u00e4uft das Programm genau ab?\u201c&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Grafiken&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Structure and schedule of the programme<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/un-label.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Module_QP3_2026.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;The diagram shows the time and content structure of the \u2018access:maker\u2019 qualification programme from July 2025 to June 2026. The structure consists of face-to-face modules, online modules, elective modules and continuous mentoring. Structure of the programme: \ud83d\udd39 Face-to-face modules (8-5 hours): Fundamentals of Inclusion, Awareness, Aesthetics of Access and Structured Access Planning. \ud83d\udd39 Online modules (2-3 hours): Accessible PR &amp; communication, website check and collaboration with artists* with disabilities. \ud83d\udd39 Optional modules: 2-4 from a total of 15 possible modules. \ud83d\udd39 Strategy meetings: Several 3-hour sessions. \ud83d\udd39 Continuous mentoring over the entire period. 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Cultural organisations shortlisted in the first round will be invited to brief online interviews with representatives of the funders and the programme team.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>Important dates at a glance:<\/strong><br \/>Publication of the call for applications: Wed, 4 Feb 2026<br \/>Information session: Mon, 23 Mar 2026, 4\u20135.30 pm<br \/>Consultation hours: Mondays, 2\u20134 pm, from 9 March 2026 to 13 April 2026<br \/>Application deadline: Mon, 13 April 2026<br \/>Online interviews: May 2026<br \/>Announcement of decisions: Thu, 21 May 2026<br \/>Start of 3rd project round: Wed, 1 July 2026 (End: Wed, 30 June 2027)<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>Telephone consultation hours:<\/strong><br \/>If you have any questions about the project or your application, please use our telephone consultation hours on the following dates:<br \/>from 9 March 2026, Mondays 2\u20134 pm<br \/>Tel: 0221 5501544<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>Digital information session:<\/strong><br \/>On Monday, 23 March 2026, we are holding a digital information session on the programme and application process from 4.00 pm to 5.30 pm (in German).<br \/>We recommend that anyone interested attends this session \u2013 we will be answering important questions and making the application process easier!<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Register here:<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Kontakt&#8221; 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