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CMAR ARA
Hosting city: Lyon
The CMA Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a public institution supporting over 250,000 craft businesses in the region. It promotes entrepreneurship, vocational training, innovation, and business development within the artisanal sector.
In terms of internationalisation, the CMA AURA is actively engaged in cross-border and European cooperation projects. It fosters mobility experiences for apprentices and artisans, encourages international exchanges of good practices, and develops partnerships aimed at enhancing the visibility and competitiveness of local crafts at the European and global level.
A number of activities within the program will also be hosted at SEPR, a vocational training institution located in Lyon
More information: www.cma-auvergnerhonealpes.fr (owner of the pictures)

CMAR ARA
Hosting city: Lyon
The CMA Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a public institution supporting over 250,000 craft businesses in the region. It promotes entrepreneurship, vocational training, innovation, and business development within the artisanal sector.
In terms of internationalisation, the CMA AURA is actively engaged in cross-border and European cooperation projects. It fosters mobility experiences for apprentices and artisans, encourages international exchanges of good practices, and develops partnerships aimed at enhancing the visibility and competitiveness of local crafts at the European and global level.
A number of activities within the program will also be hosted at SEPR, a vocational training institution located in Lyon
More information: www.cma-auvergnerhonealpes.fr (owner of the pictures)
- Jewellery
- Digital
Study visit program example
Day 1
Travel day (arrival)
Day 2
welcoming and introduction
Days 3-6
Visiting VET schools and companies, workshops and practical activities
Day 7
travel day (departure)

Applicants must be owners, employees, or active practitioners working in the Arts & Crafts sector or in related fields covered by the project. A professional background and active involvement in one of the eligible sectors is required. Applications will be evaluated based on criteria such as relevance of the professional profile, motivation to participate, and potential for knowledge exchange and upskilling. Participants must also be available for the full duration of the mobility, and willing to engage in peer-learning activities, company visits, and classroom-based presentations. Selected candidates will be contacted directly by the organising partner and will receive all necessary logistical and preparatory support.
Applicants must have background in jewellery
Applicants must have interest in digital tools or new technologies
Lyon, France
Located in the heart of France, Lyon is a vibrant city known for its rich history, world-renowned gastronomy, and dynamic creative industries. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Lyon offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity — from its ancient Roman ruins and Renaissance old town to its cutting-edge design and digital sectors.
The city has long been a hub for craftsmanship, particularly in textiles, silk, and fine jewellery. Today, Lyon continues to foster innovation through its network of FabLabs, design schools, and creative businesses. With its welcoming atmosphere and strong artisan culture, Lyon is the ideal setting for a mobility program that connects craftsmanship with digital transformation.


Located in the heart of France, Lyon is a vibrant city known for its rich history, world-renowned gastronomy, and dynamic creative industries. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Lyon offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity — from its ancient Roman ruins and Renaissance old town to its cutting-edge design and digital sectors.
The city has long been a hub for craftsmanship, particularly in textiles, silk, and fine jewellery. Today, Lyon continues to foster innovation through its network of FabLabs, design schools, and creative businesses. With its welcoming atmosphere and strong artisan culture, Lyon is the ideal setting for a mobility program that connects craftsmanship with digital transformation.