Call for applications: Arab world grants for training and events

AFAC awards grants for up to $50 000 to support trainings, workshops, residencies, symposiums, forums and festivals in the following fields: 

• Music.
• Multidisciplinary.
• Film.
• Performing arts.
• Visual arts.
• Literature.

The projects may be implemented anywhere, and the time frame should not exceed 24 months.

Who can apply?

Project applications are accepted from Arab individuals irrespective of age, years of experience, country of residence, ethnicity, gender or religion.

AFAC accepts projects originating from Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Mauritania, Egypt, Sudan, Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq and Yemen.

AFAC also accepts proposals from local, regional and international institutions whose projects are related to Arab culture. These include artistic, cultural, social and educational institutions, galleries, centres and organisations, and governmental and non-governmental entities that are engaging with contemporary Arab arts and culture.

Applicants should note:

• Each applicant (individual or institution) is entitled to only one application in the same category.

• If an applicant has an application that is in process, s/he cannot submit another application in any category until the result of the current application in the process is announced.

How to apply

To apply, log in here with your username and password. Once logged in, you will be directed to the applications page. In case you don’t have an existing account, create one here. You will receive a confirmation email once the online application has been received.

The application deadline is 1 August 2021 and successful candidates will be notified on 10 November 2021. 

View the original call here.