{"id":294,"date":"2025-05-22T09:42:19","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T09:42:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kreativnigradovi.eu\/about-us\/"},"modified":"2026-04-03T08:24:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T08:24:24","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kreativnigradovi.eu\/en\/","title":{"rendered":"ABOUT US"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_0 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>Creative Cities of Croatia<\/strong> is an innovative network that connects local authorities, creative professionals and communities with the aim of fostering sustainable development. Through the strategic management of creative and cultural resources, we create new investment opportunities, strengthen local economies and shape the recognizable identity of each city.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>What are we doing?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>We identify the potential of cities<\/strong> - we carry out targeted mapping of creative and cultural resources.<\/li>\n<li><strong>We develop strategies<\/strong> - we help cities create cultural resource management models that support local development.<\/li>\n<li><strong>We connect stakeholders<\/strong> \u2013 we build cooperation between the public, private and civil sectors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>We organize trainings<\/strong> \u2013 we empower local stakeholders through workshops and mentoring.<\/li>\n<li><strong>We support city branding<\/strong> \u2013 we help cities shape a recognizable identity that will attract investment and tourists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Why is that important?<\/h3>\n<p>The development of creative industries not only contributes to cultural life, but also has a concrete economic impact. The cultural and creative sector can stimulate employment, improve the quality of life and increase the competitiveness of cities. Our approach enables cities to manage their resources wisely and ensure long-term sustainability.<\/p>\n<h3>Join us!<\/h3>\n<p>If you want your city to become part of the <strong>Croatian Creative Cities<\/strong> network, contact us and together we will build a more creative and prosperous future!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module et_pb_text_align_center\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>Creativity drives community<br \/><\/strong> <em>Innovations and artistic expressions give birth to cities that breathe life and new possibilities.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module et_pb_text_align_center\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>The power of connection<br \/><\/strong> <em>Artists, entrepreneurs, and citizens together create bridges towards a brighter future.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module et_pb_text_align_center\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>Sustainability through creativity<br \/><\/strong> <em>Creativity is the engine of growth that shapes the society and economy of tomorrow.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters1 et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><strong>Our mission<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Cities are key drivers of regional development, and their future depends on smart planning and innovative approaches. At a time when new economies are based on knowledge and sustainable industries, it is crucial to use the potential of the cultural and creative sector. 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