SoliDARE

Vision of the project

SoliDARE is a multilayered project between two partners, Kino Úsmev (Košice, Slovakia) and The Hnat Khotkevych Palace of Culture (Lviv, Ukraine). The main idea is to foster cultural exchange, audience building, best practice sharing and presentation of Ukrainian artists in Central Europe in the film industry.

Project activities include community screenings, cultural residencies, masterclasses, workshops, and project visits, with a silent film concert for its opening event.

Meet the Key Partner

CINEFIL is a civic association based in an arthouse cinema, Kino Úsmev in Košice, Slovakia since 2016. In addition to film screenings, they organise many cultural events including concerts, discussions, workshops, lectures and readings. They cooperate with organisations from the cultural and creative industries, organisations working with vulnerable groups and public institutions. In 2023, they implemented the “Úsmev a Radosť pre Ukrajinu”, contributing to the integration of Ukrainian refugees. Their international projects include “Otvorený Úsmev” (ACF Slovakia), “Interconnecting Cinema” (EU), “Cinema 4 You(th)”, and “KÓSY KINO” (EEA Grants), which collectively contributed to inclusion, development of young audiences and partnerships. In 2022, they were awarded the SozialMarie price for their inclusive activities.

Start Date: Jan. 1, 2024
End Date: Sept. 1, 2024