Cooperation Deal Between ICDC and SODEPAL

The Canary Islands' government has officially published a cooperation deal between the Instituto Canario de Desarrollo Cultural (ICDC) and the local development company SODEPAL, aimed at fostering film and television scriptwriting based on the islands' local stories and locations.

Objectives and Support

• Supports the fifth edition of 'IsLABentura Canarias Laboratorio de Guion,' a six-month training program.
• Designed to help professional writers craft scripts for movies and series rooted in Canary Islands culture, landscapes, and history.
• Participants will gain:
  • Expert mentorship
  • Connections with local sites
  • Opportunities for international co-productions, particularly with Latin America, Europe, and Africa.

Responsibilities and Contributions

ICDC

• Handles logistics, organization, and funding.
• Draws funds from the 2026 audiovisual sector development budget.

SODEPAL

• Provides logistical support.
• Finances travel and accommodation costs for selected scriptwriters and tutors.
• Enriches the online inspiration database with local stories.

Goals and Outcomes

• Boost the local audiovisual industry.
• Create jobs.
• Promote Canary culture globally.

Additional Provisions

• Establishes mechanisms for monitoring progress and publicity efforts.
• Includes confidentiality clauses.
• Emphasizes importance for local economic and cultural growth.
• Outlines legal and data protection obligations.
• Sets a clear expiration date of December 31, 2026, with provisions for potential extension.

"This agreement supports the fifth edition of 'IsLABentura Canarias Laboratorio de Guion,' aimed at fostering the local creative industry and international collaboration."