Policy
Labs
#4

Sustainable Governance of Public Interest Institutions in Times of Polycrisis

24—26 April 2024, Vienna

Policy
Labs
#3

Unleashing Creative Entrepreneurship
to Rebuild Ukraine

15—17 November 2023, Vienna

Policy
Labs
#2

Culture, Social Resilience
and Well-Being

12—14 April 2023, Vienna

Policy
Labs
#1

Preserving Cultural Heritage
in Ukraine

30 November—2 December 2022, Vienna

Welcome to the dynamic world of Policy Labs, a transformative initiative led by ERSTE Foundation. Twice a year, our project brings together around 25 participants for an intensive 3-day workshop. These workshops center on open dialogue, immersive brainstorming sessions, and collaborative efforts to develop innovative solutions to the unique challenges Ukraine faces.

Policy Labs thrives on best practices, insights from international peers, and spontaneous moments of inspiration. We create a safe space for different perspectives, bringing together participants from diverse backgrounds who contribute a broad range of ideas.

Our project aims to foster cross-sectoral collaborations and guide Ukraine toward a resilient and sustainable future. Recognizing Ukraine’s path to EU membership, we emphasize aligning post-war recovery efforts with pre-accession transformations. Policy Labs serves as an invaluable forum for experts, policymakers, and practitioners to exchange insights and co-design blueprints tailored to Ukraine’s unique context.

With over 100 project participants actively engaged, Policy Labs has established itself as a vibrant laboratory for better solutions and frameworks.

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News

3 March 2025

Policy Labs #1-4 – Consolidated Report

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28 November 2024

Policy Labs Alumni Meeting

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24 April 2024

Policy Labs #4: Live stream day 1, 10am

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Partners

ERSTE Foundation creates social, economic and cultural infrastructure and innovation for a changing Europe. We empower initiatives for change, contribute to civil society development and regional progression. As core shareholder of Erste Group ERSTE Foundation secures the independent future of one of the largest financial services providers in Central, Eastern and South Eastern Europe.
The Ministry of Culture and Information Policy is the principal body within the system of central executive authorities responsible for shaping and implementing state policies in the fields of culture, state language policy, promoting Ukraine worldwide, as well as for shaping and implementing state policies in the areas of restoring and preserving national memory, arts, cultural heritage protection, museum affairs, export, import, and return of cultural values.