Our Members

The island of Bornholm is renowned for its high concentration of skilled craft artists. They are instrumental in bringing an identity to an area devoted to quality and aesthetics, where artists are inspired and feel free to pursue their craft, whilst nurturing a strong sense of artistic community. Since 2002, Bornholm’s best professional craftspeople have joined together in an association for applied arts. ACAB is a quality-censored association which requires that each craftsperson be judged by an external committee before she or he is accepted as a member.
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Arts Council Azerbaijan is a non-governmental organisation, established in 2006. Its main mission is to promote culture and art, as well as to create an environment and infrastructure for the development of creative industries. As a member of the International Council of Arts Network that is active in various countries around the world, Arts Council Azerbaijan is committed to advancing and promoting Azerbaijani creativity, art and culture and works closely with government agencies, diplomatic missions and the media to lead numerous social initiatives and public projects, Arts Council Azerbaijan offers full promotion of the most exciting local events. Organising programmes of exhibitions, workshops, lectures, talks, discussions and film screenings, creates opportunities for networking and sharing experiences which can lead to professional opportunities and development for young and emerging artists, musicians, artisans and others.
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ADXTUR brings together the public and private expectations of the Portuguese region, which are reflected in the shared management of a brand, the joint promotion of a territory, the creation of wealth through the provision of tourist services and, finally, the preservation of culture and heritage of the rural environment.
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The Italian Association of Ceramic Cities (AiCC) is a non-profit association composed by 45 member municipalities, each recognised as having an “ancient and established ceramic tradition”. AiCC’s principal aim is to protect and support artistic and artisan ceramics by promoting collaboration between its members and carrying out numerous projects in the institutional, promotional, marketing and networking fields. Over the years AiCC has also promoted the creation of other European associations of Ceramic Cities. AiCC presents itself as an effective entity, confirming its institutional role as a coordinator of realities of different needs and geographical location, united by a strong ceramic identity.
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Ateliers d’Art de France represents more than 6,000 craftsworkers, artists and craft companies. Its objectives are to enhance, represent, safeguard and support the economic development of craft professionals. Deeply committed to the educational, cultural and social fields, Ateliers d’Art de France carries out high-profile activities that contribute to the structuring and the international and national reputation of the craft sector.
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The German Crafts Association (BK) is the unaffiliated, nonpartisan umbrella organization for professional craftspersons in Germany. Its main objective is representing its members’ interests in the economic and cultural promotion of contemporary arts and crafts. BK currently includes craftspersons, designers and free-lance artists as members. Membership admission is determined by the selection committee and is based on the quality of work submitted by the artist.
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The Crafts Council champions high-quality contemporary craft practice, nationally and internationally, through exhibitions, publications (including Crafts magazine), education programmes, and curating the United Kingdom’s national collection. It aims to build a strong economy and infrastructure for contemporary craft.
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CEARTE is a Vocational Training Centre and, since 1986, has worked in the sector of Arts and Crafts, heritage, creative industries, and small companies, to promote employment, skills acquisition, professional evolution, innovation for artisanal production units and the valuation of territories, and, in general, the accomplishments of the Portuguese.
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The Consortium of Commerce, Crafts and Fashion consolidates, in a specialized entity, the management of policies regarding the promotion of the commerce, crafts and fashion of Catalonia. Entrusted to the Department of Business and Employment, with the general aim of promoting craftsmanship, commercialisation and support for Catalan fashion, CCAM promotes both the quality and the competitiveness of these sectors, nationally and internationally.
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The Consortium of Craft Centres of Slovenia brings together 10 craft centres across the country. Its mission of the is to connect, coordinate, and represent craft centres, ensuring the preservation, development, and visibility of handicrafts while improving working conditions and quality for craft centres and craftspeople in Slovenia. Active since 2014, the Consortium is a key actor in the support environment for safeguarding and developing handicrafts. It also leads major initiatives such as the Slovenian Handicraft Festival.
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Craft Scotland is the national development agency supporting makers and promoting craft. Makers are the heart of what it does, championing diverse and high-quality contemporary craft. It helps people learn about, appreciate and buy craft, promoting the contribution of craft to Scotland’s cultural, economic and social well-being. Through its exhibitions and events programmes, digital platforms and strategic partnerships, Craft Scotland provides leadership for the sector.
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The Cyprus Handicrafts Service is located on Athalassa Avenue in Nicosia and houses several workshops in the fields of embroidery, weaving, woodwork, pottery, metalwork, general handicrafts, leatherwork and costume making. Locals and tourists alike visit the workshops daily. A large gift shop is in operation on the premises as well as two in other cities. Courses in various crafts and specific techniques are offered for members of the public wishing either to receive an introduction to a skill or to improve on an existing one.
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The association aims to support and promote Luxembourgish craftsmanship. One way of doing this is in the organisation of the Fine Contemporary Craft Biennial initiated in 2016 by HRH Princess Stephanie. It exhibits Luxembourgish creators and builds bridges with European countries. The association also develops a cross-border programme of exhibitions. Committed to encourage and preserve the transmission of artisanal know-how, the association delivers scholarships for excellence.
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The Design & Crafts Council of Ireland (DCCoI), which is headquartered in Kilkenny, is the main champion of the design and craft industry in Ireland, fostering its growth and commercial strength, communicating its unique identity and stimulating quality design, innovation and competitiveness. Our vision is that Irish design and craft is recognised and valued worldwide for its excellence in craftsmanship, innovation and marketing.
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Founded in 1972, the European Craft Organization (formerly the European Folk Art and Craft Federation) is a network of European craft associations. Its mission is to promote and develop crafts as both traditional and modern expressions of living traditions, while facilitating knowledge exchange among its members. For over 50 years, the organization has encouraged international collaboration through regular conferences, exhibitions, and digital engagement. The network currently consists of 12 non-commercial associations representing 11 countries: Austria, Estonia, Finland, Hungary (2), Iceland, Latvia, Norway, Poland, Romania (Transylvania region), Slovakia, and Sweden. Notably, several member organizations hold UNESCO accreditation for their work in safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH).​
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The Finnish Association of Designers Ornamo, established in 1911, is an expert organisation in the field of design. Ornamo advances the profession of designers and promotes the role of design in society. Its members endeavour to support you in your career, whether you are a designer or an artist, or looking for inspiring employment opportunities. Their activities rely on a community principle: working for the benefit of each other and the entire profession.
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The Georgian Arts and Culture Centre has been working since 1995 for the preservation, development and sustainable use of heritage crafts and cultural industries in Georgia. Supporting innovative approaches, GACC contributes to the economic viability of the cultural sector through studies, trainings, marketing and international exchanges. The Center also manages the preservation of tangible and intangible heritage and organizes gallery activities.
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Georgian Heritage Craft Association is a membership organization, which acts to safeguard Georgian heritage crafts traditions and works towards a sustainable framework for the sector’s development in the future. GHCA aims to create a networking platform for individuals, craftspeople, organizations and guilds, enhancing the sector’s economic potential and raising the competitiveness of Georgian Heritage Crafts products.
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The Hungarian Heritage House is a prominent national institution whose aim is to transmit the traditional culture of the Carpathian Basin to contemporary public culture, and to present folk heritage as a living cultural resource and valid body of knowledge in public education, recreation, and formal education.
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The Institut Pour les Savoir-Faire Français is state-run, under the aegis of the French Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Economy. Its role is to promote artistic crafts and support their future development, in particular by developing a unique expertise in the sector.
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The LOEWE FOUNDATION was established as a private cultural foundation in 1988 by Enrique Loewe Lynch, a fourth-generation member of the LOEWE fashion brand’s founding family. The Foundation’s mission is to promote creativity, educational programs and to safeguard heritage in the fields of poetry, dance, photography, art and craft.
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European craftspeople in areas such as wood, metal, glass, ceramic, textile, stone crafts, music instruments and restoration are the guardians of European diversity, cultural heritage and know how. They are now facing problems in business because of their small visibility within marketplaces that offer cheaper and more accessible products. Mad’in Europe began its activity at the end of 2013 with an objective to bring sustainable and concrete support to these micro-businesses, through a variety of different actions. Mad’in Europe is connecting the European art-crafts community with international potential users: private consumers, architects, designers, interior designers and musicians.
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The Michelangelo Foundation is an international non-profit organisation based in Geneva, Switzerland, which celebrates and preserves master craftsmanship and strengthens its connection to the world of design. It aims to help people rediscover the ability of the human hand to create, and support those who are doing it best. Exceptional, contemporary, European master artisans, using long-held traditions, skills and knowledge to make beautiful objects of lasting value.
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The Association of Hungarian Folk Artists, consisting of 65 Member Associations and nearly 4500 craftsmen, has a 42-year history of promoting traditional Hungarian folk crafts across the Carpathian Basin. It supports the preservation and transmission of Hungarian handicraft culture, providing professional advocacy, organising events, exhibitions, and the annual Festival of Folk Arts, which is inscribed on the National Register of Good Safeguarding Practices of the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
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Nów. New Craft Poland (Polish name: Nów. Nowe Rzemiosło) is an NGO that brings together a new generation of modern craftspeople from across Poland. Its members represent a wide range of disciplines—from ceramics, glass, and textiles to woodworking, metalwork, and lighting design. The organisation’s main goal is to promote contemporary Polish craft, both in Poland and internationally. It supports and represents craftspeople by fostering collaborations with cultural institutions, galleries, design studios, and public organizations. Nów. New Craft Poland also works to strengthen the visibility of Polish craftsmanship, build a community of makers, and create opportunities for exhibitions, education, and collaboration that celebrate the value of handwork in modern design. Visit Website >

The Norwegian Association for Craft Artists​ (NK) is a membership organization working to promote and support contemporary crafts nationally and internationally. NK currently encompasses 830 practicing professional artists and makers. NK’s main objective is to strengthen the arenas for contemporary crafts and improve the general working conditions for artists and makers.
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Ente Culturale Operae Milò, based in Catania, Sicily, Italy, promotes and organizes events for the promotion and dissemination of design, craftsmanship, and the applied and decorative arts.The organization manages a newspaper library, a historical and photographic archive, and all initiatives and projects related to its official magazines, D’A and Emporium. Visit Website >

Founded in 1995 and based in Crete, Greece, PLOIGOS – Educational and Development Organization is a diverse network of local stakeholders, including municipal associations, artisans, and entrepreneurs, dedicated to fostering a new local economy. Operating as a national Lifelong Learning Centre, the organization implements cultural and environmental actions alongside specialized research focused on local traditions. A primary strategic priority for PLOIGOS is the elevation of Cretan handicrafts, which they support through dedicated regional funding and international cooperation to bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship, social cohesion, and micro-entrepreneurship in the tourism sector.
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TransfoLAB BCN (Center for Trash Investigation), established in 2015, is a physical space for Barcelona’s creative ecosystem focused on waste, the circular economy, and environmental sustainability. Its primary mission is to foster design and innovation by connecting a diverse community of makers, designers, artists, and students with the general public, an effort which helps create job opportunities and promotes local commerce. The organization offers resources and project support throughout the entire lifecycle, from conception and manufacturing to promotion. Furthermore, TransfoLAB BCN is dedicated to public education and awareness, building a network of creators and researchers to strengthen the culture of sustainability and create future collaborations.
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WhyWeCraft® Association (Asociația WhyWeCraft®) advances cultural sustainability in craft and fashion through legal innovation, advocacy, and education. As a Cultural Intellectual Property Rights Initiative® (CIPRI) licensee, it strengthens Romania’s craft ecosystem by delivering specialized legal expertise to traditional knowledge custodians, craft practitioners, and creative professionals. Its interdisciplinary approach bridges conventional intellectual property tools, such as trademarks and Geographical Indications (GIs), with cultural governance based on the 3C Rule: Consent. Credit. Compensation.® Globally, WhyWeCraft® shapes international policy as an official observer at the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and WIPO’s Intergovernmental Committee.
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