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A strategic base for associations in Florence

Florence Association Centre

What is the Florence Association Centre

The Florence Association Centre is the first initiative of its kind in Italy dedicated to supporting national and international associations.

It provides an operational base in Florence, supporting associations as they establish, grow, develop projects, organize events, and build long-term collaborations.

Who the Florence Association Centre supports

Every association has different needs and ambitions. For this reason, the FAC provides tailored support designed around the priorities and objectives of each organization.

Geographical focus

– Italian associations with European or international networks

– European associations with activities or interests in Italy

– International associations looking for a headquarters or partnerships in Europe

Areas of activity

– Health and medicine

– Culture, arts, and heritage

– Research and higher education

– Technology and innovation

– Social policy, human rights, and civil society

– Sustainability and environment

Florence: where culture, research and innovation meet

Florence is one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for associations operating in the fields of knowledge, research, and innovation.

The Florence Association Centre connects local and international stakeholders, creating the ideal conditions to develop projects, collaborations, and long-term initiatives.

University of Florence

Local and regional institutions

Scientific communities and research centers

Hospitals and medical-scientific hubs

A high-quality international network of companies and professionals

Why associations choose Florence

Associations can benefit from:

– A dedicated local support team for association development
– Business development activities tailored to the association
– An incentive program for events where applicable
– Support in organizing meetings and events

Associations can:

– Connect with public and private stakeholders
– Collaborate with universities, research centers and hospitals companies
– Engage with the local Advisory Board

The FAC provides:

– Support in identifying venues for association meetings and board meeting
– Project and operational assistance
– Connections with local PCOs and AMCs
– A one-time €5,000 contribution during the start-up phase
– A one-time €2,000 contribution for communication activities

Associations can also:

– Develop international synergies through the EU CVB Network
– Access to the Italian Knowledge Leaders programme by Convention Bureau Italia
– Access to the Intellectual Capital Index Study
– Become Honorary Members of Fondazione Destination Florence

Establish your association in Florence

The first initiative of its kind in Italy, the Florence Association Centre was created to support national and international associations looking to establish a stable presence in Florence and Tuscany through the opening of a legal or an operational headquarters in the city.

Through a highly personalized approach, associations can build institutional relationships and scientific collaborations while growing within one of Europe’s most dynamic cultural and intellectual environments.

Why Florence

Florence’s Advisory Board

The Florence Association Centre is supported by an Advisory Board composed of leading institutional, academic, and scientific figures.

The Board helps strengthen connections between associations, the local area, and the scientific community, facilitating strategic opportunities, partnerships, and shared projects.

Go to the Advisory Board

Bring your headquarters to Florence

Build the international future of your association in a city that connects culture, research, innovation, and global relationships.

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