Activities of Chrysoula PALIADELI related to 2011/0370(COD)
Plenary speeches (1)
Erasmus for all programme (debate)
Amendments (25)
Amendment 205 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
Recital 2
(2) Union support for the cultural and creative sectors is based on the experience acquired with the following programmes and actions: Decision No 1855/2006/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 December 2006 establishing the Culture Programme (2007 to 2013), Decision No 1718/2006/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 November 2006 concerning the implementation of a programme of support for the European audiovisual sector (MEDIA 2007), Decision No 1041/2009/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 21 October 2009 establishing an audiovisual cooperation programme with professionals from third countries (MEDIA Mundus 2011-2013), Decision No 1622/2006/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 24 October 2006 establishing a Community action for the European Capital of Culture event for the years 2007 to 2019 and Decision No xy1194/20111 ( of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 November 2011 establishing a European action for the European Heritage Label)1. __________________ 1 OJ L OJ L 303, 22.11.2011, p. 1.
Amendment 206 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 3
Recital 3
(3) The ‘European agenda for culture in a globalizsing world’, endorsed by the Council in a Resolution of 16 November 2007, defines "culture" at the outset and sets the objectives for future activities of the European Union for the cultural and creative sectors. It aims to promoteTherefore, "culture" is recognised as the complex of works of art and heritage, cultural goods and services, as well as the basis for a symbolic world of meanings, beliefs, values and traditions which are expressed in language, art, religion and myths. Taking into consideration also the anthropological meaning of culture, the current European Agenda for Culture aims to support cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue, to promote culture as a catalyst for creativity in the framework for growth and jobs and to promotehighlight culture as a vital element in the Union's international relations.
Amendment 207 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 3 a (new)
Recital 3 a (new)
(3a) In its resolution of 12 May 2011 on unlocking the potential of cultural and creative industries1, the European Parliament emphasised that the creative and cultural industries contribute to the transformation of local economies by encouraging the emergence of new types of economic activity, creating new and sustainable jobs and making European regions, cities and rural communities more attractive, thus serving the interests of social and territorial cohesion. Moreover, culture has an important role to play in terms of the sustainable development of cross-border territories. Stimulating culture and creativity is therefore an integral part of territorial cooperation and should be reinforced. __________________ 1 Texts adopted, P7_TA(2011)0240.
Amendment 209 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
Recital 4
(4) With regard to the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union and in particular Articles 11 and 21, the cultural and creative sectors make an important contribution to the fight against all forms of discrimination including racism and xenophobia and are an important platform for freedom of speechexpression. Article 22 imposes an obligation to respect cultural and linguistic diversity.
Amendment 212 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5
Recital 5
(5) The UNESCO Convention on the Protection and the Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions which entered into force on 18 March 2007, and to which the Union is a partyis part of the acquis communautaire, aims at strengthening international cooperation, including international co-production and co- distribution agreements, and solidarity so as to favour the cultural expression of all countries.
Amendment 227 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10 a (new)
Recital 10 a (new)
(10a) The European cultural and creative sectors, as a means of promoting economic growth, social inclusion, political awareness and job creation, are of major importance for the preservation of worldwide interest in the European cultural heritage and its attractions from the point of view of tourism. Therefore, Member States should support, and the European Union should encourage, studies of, and research into, the European cultural heritage, as a major tool for fostering the competitiveness of the European economy in a globalised world.
Amendment 244 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
Recital 16
(16) The European Capital of Culture and the European Heritage Label, as well as special actions such as the European cultural prizes, help to strengthen the feeling of belonging to a common cultural area, stimulate intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding and contribute to enhancing the value of cultural heritage. Funding should be provided for these two Union actions.
Amendment 253 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 17
Recital 17
(17) Participation in the pProgramme within the scope of European integration will be open to acceding countries, candidate countries and potential candidates benefiting from a pre-accession strategy, in accordance with the general principles and general terms and conditions for the participation of those countries in Union programmes established in the respective Framework Agreements, Association Council Decisions or similar agreements; to EFTA countries which are parties to the EEA Agreement and to countries of the European neighbourhood area in accordance with the procedures defined with those countries following the framework agreements providing for their participation in European Union programmes. The participation of the Swiss Confederation is subject to specific arrangements with that country.
Amendment 255 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19
Recital 19
(19) Cooperation between the Programme and international organisations in the field of cultureal and audiovisual fields such as UNESCO, the Council of Europe and in particular Eurimages and European Cultural Routes, OECD and the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) needs to be fostered.
Amendment 257 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 20
Recital 20
(20) It is necessary to ensure the European added value of all actions carried out within in the framework of the Programme, complementarity to Member State activities and compliance with Article 167 (4) of the Treaty and other Union activities, in particular in the field of education, research and innovation, industrial and cohey, cohesion and social inclusion policy, tourism and external relations.
Amendment 280 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 1
Article 2 – point 1
1. ‘cultural and creative sectors’ means all sectors whose activities are based on cultural values and/or artistic and creative expressions, whether these activities are market or non-market oriented and whatever the type of structure that carries them out. These activities include the creation, the production, the dissemination and the preservation of goods and services which embody cultural, artistic or creative expressions, as well as related functions such as education, management or regulation. The cultural and creative sectors include in particular architecture, archives and libraries, artistic crafts, audiovisual (including film, television, video games and multimedia), tangible and intangible cultural heritage, design, festivals, music, performing arts, publishing, advertising, radio and visual arts;
Amendment 287 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 3 a (new)
Article 2 – point 3 a (new)
3a. 'SMEs' means micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as self- employed persons, as defined in Commission Recommendation 2003/361/EC of 6 May 2003 concerning the definition of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises1, that are active in the cultural and creative sectors. _________________ 1 OJ L 124, 20.5.2003, p. 36.
Amendment 289 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1
Article 3 – paragraph 1
1. TIn view of the educational, artistic, social, intrinsic and economic value of culture, the Programme shall only support those actions and activities presenting a potential European added value and contributing to the achievement of the objectives of the Europe 2020 Strategy and its flagship initiatives.
Amendment 310 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point d a (new)
(da) the transnational and transregional mobility of cultural and creative operators, as well as the circulation of cultural, artistic and audiovisual works in order to develop a common cultural area and enhance intercultural exchanges and dialogue.
Amendment 315 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – point a
Article 4 – point a
(a) to foster the safeguarding and promotion ofe European cultural and linguistic diversity and to safeguard and enhance Europe's cultural heritage, enriching knowledge of Europe's past and developing a sense of European identity among European citizens;
Amendment 346 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – point c a (new)
Article 5 – point c a (new)
(ca) to support in particular the non- market-oriented cultural sector, by promoting actions and activities that reflect its specific nature, needs and interests;
Amendment 400 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – point a
Article 8 – point a
(a) transnational exchange of experiences and knowhow on new business models, peer-learning activities and networking among cultural operators – in particular among the smaller ones – and policy makers related to the development of the cultural and creative sectors;
Amendment 404 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – point b
Article 8 – point b
(b) market data, studies, anticipationthe collection of market data, drafting of studies, analysis of labour market and skills and jobs' toolneeds, evaluations, policy analysis and support for statistical surveys; based on instruments and criteria specific to each sector. For this purpose the general orientations of Smart Specialisation Strategies (S3) may be an appropriate means of developing this collaborative knowledge base involving cultural operators, industry, universities and other research institutions, in particular at local and regional level;
Amendment 436 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – point f – indent 5 a (new)
Article 8 – point f – indent 5 a (new)
– disseminating information about the new Financial Facility;
Amendment 470 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(aa) supporting cooperation between the cultural sector and other economic sectors, such as tourism, in order to achieve the development of a long-term audience, as well as the creation of new business models (for, inter alia, the cultural tourism industry);
Amendment 476 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) supporting actions enabling operators, in particular artists and cultural professionals, to internationalise their careers in Europe and beyond;
Amendment 484 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) supporting international touring, events and exhibithe mobility of exhibitions and museum collections;
Amendment 491 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point c
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point c
(c) supporting audience buildingdevelopment as a means of stimulating interest in, facilitating knowledge of, and improving access to European cultural works. and tangible and intangible cultural heritage;
Amendment 493 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
(ca) providing support to digital platforms with a view to expanding knowledge of the cultural heritage, strengthening cultural exchanges and enhancing the circulation of cultural and creative works.
Amendment 517 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – point e
Article 10 – point e
(e) special actions aiming to achieve greater visibility for the richness and diversity of European ancient civilisations and contemporary cultures, and stimulate intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding, including European cultural prizes, the European Heritage Label, and the European Capitals of Culture.