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Research trip to the Arab region
What
Two- to four-week research trip to the Arab region (you can find a full list of countries below)
For Whom
Cultural practitioners from Switzerland who are active in any of the disciplines supported by Pro Helvetia. Applications from both individuals and artist duos are accepted.
Selection Criteria
- Motivation behind the desired context
- Sufficient knowledge of English or the language(s) of the destination in question
- A concrete research topic with a lasting impact
- For environmental reasons, applicants are requested to consider a travel duration of at least two weeks (depending on the destination)
In addition to these specific criteria, the apply.
Financial Contribution
- Accommodation
- Travel costs
- Daily allowances
- Professional support
- In addition, parents can apply for financial support of up to CHF 1,000 per month to put towards childcare or to use for the travel expenses of their children and, if applicable, a caregiver. Applicants must submit an approximate budget of all expenses in advance.
Content Of Application
- Detailed explanation of motivation behind the chosen context and artistic research
- Desired length of stay and destination
- CV and portfolio
- The application must be submitted in English
Application Deadlines and Decision Timelines
Submission deadline | Open year-round |
Notification of decision | Eight weeks after submitting the application |
Earliest start date for the project | Three months after submitting the application |
Additional Information
- Pro Helvetia assumes no responsibility for the approval of visa applications from artists, accompanying children, partners, family members or caregivers.
- Travel advice should be heeded; travel to risky areas is not advised. Further information on the individual regions is available from the liaison offices.
Possible destinations:
- Algeria
- Egypt
- Jordan
- Morocco
- Tunisia
- United Arab Emirates