GUIDELINES ON NCCA SUPPORT FOR PARTICIPATION TO INTERNATIONAL EVENTS

I. BACKGROUND

The NCCA recognizes the importance of Philippine participation in international events for broader dissemination of Philippine arts and culture and in the strengthening linkages with the global community of artists and cultural workers.  Furthermore, participation of individual artists and cultural workers and performing groups   in competitions, festivals, conferences, other events provides opportunities for honing the talents of the Filipino artists and enriching their knowledge about cultures.

II. GENERAL GUIDELINES

  1. While the NCCA shall provide assistance to participation of individual artists, cultural workers or performing groups in international festivals, competitions, conferences and other events, it takes cognizance of the limited financial resources of the Commission, thus the need to prioritize participation to events that are significantly beneficial to the country
  2. The NCCA shall prioritize participation in activities following the NCCA list of accredited international events.
  3. The requesting artist or groups must be able to identify other sources to complement the partial financial assistance which the NCCA can provide.

III. SPECIFIC GUIDELINES

  1. The approval of the request for travel grant shall be based on the NCCA accredited list of international events and endorsement of the concerned Executive Council of the National Committee and confirmed by the Chairman of the Commission.
  2. Requests for travel grants shall be received by NCCA within 2 months prior to the departure of the grantee. Thus, the NCCA shall accept requests for travel grants until October of the current year only. However, it may cover actual travel until December of the same year.
  3. Performance or study tours of individuals and groups will not be covered by this grant assistance.
  4. Travel grants of the NCCA shall cover the travel expenses such as but not limited to airfare, travel tax, terminal fee, etc. only which shall be released directly to the travel agency or on reimbursement basis and upon submission of the necessary supporting documents.
  5. Travel grants shall be appropriated as follows:
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