ReCUP ITN Network

Sandyford Business District (SBD) has been selected as a partner in the ReCUP ITN Network - Reinventing Culture in Urban Places project, marking our third successful participation in a European Union-funded initiative. Building on the success of Újbuda’s UIA CUP 4 CREATIVITY project, the ReCUP ITN Network aims to create interconnected, vibrant communities by strategically integrating culture and creativity into urban planning.

The ReCUP ITN Network builds on the best practices established in the UIA CUP 4 CREATIVITY project and adapts them to new contexts, in line with the objectives of the EU.

Through participation in this network, SBD will contribute to the strategic integration of culture and creativity into urban development, driving positive change and growth in our local and international communities.

The project is a collaborative effort among several European partners, including:

• Lead Partner: Újbuda, Hungary
• Dubrovnik Development Agency (DURA), Croatia
• Bielsko-Biala Municipality, Poland
• Mancomunidad de l’Horta Nord, Spain
• Amersfoort, Netherlands
• Sandyford Business District (SBD), Ireland

Key Objectives of the ReCUP ITN Network:

• Rebuild Connected Communities: Leverage cultural assets to create sustainable, interconnected urban environments across Europe.
• Empower Local Partners: Provide a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration between diverse European cities.
• Promote Cultural Ecosystems: Use culture and creativity as tools to drive economic, social, and territorial growth.
• Address Post-Pandemic Challenges: Tackle the social isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and revitalize local communities.
• Foster Economic and Social Growth: Implement innovative cultural strategies to enhance well-being, restore social ties, and improve the living standards of residents.