Overall objective
The project aims to strengthen cooperation between the Tartu and Liepāja Film Funds, enhance mutual trust, and develop the skills needed to support cross-border collaboration and the growth of regional film communities. The focus is on training key professionals involved in the film funds’ activities, exchanging knowledge, and developing joint tools for advancing the film sector in both regions.

Activities
• Two cross-border study visits with seminars in Tartu and Liepāja to share experiences and develop joint cooperation strategies.
• A two-day online training course for staff of the Tartu and Liepāja Film Funds to improve professional skills.
• Impact analysis of supported films: 2–4 film projects will be selected to jointly evaluate their economic, cultural, and social impact on the regions based on agreed criteria.

Results
• A functioning network between the Tartu and Liepāja Film Funds will be established.
• The professional competence and cooperation capacity of film fund staff will increase.
• A new impact assessment framework will be developed for evaluating the economic and social effects of film productions.
• The foundations will be laid for sustainable cross-border cooperation in the film sector.