Call for applications: COVID-19 arts sector relief in Namibia

The call follows an announcement in June by Namibian Minister of Education, Arts and Culture Anna Nghipondoka, who said that N$5m ($300 000) would be made available for the sector.

To apply for the COVID-19 relief fund, individuals and organisations should download applications forms here(link is external) and here(link is external).

No online applications will be accepted. Applicants will have to send their applications  via courier service/post or hand-deliver to be following address:

Ministry of Education Building
Luther Street
Government Office Park
P.O. Box 149
Windhoek

Who can apply?

• Performers such as actors, dancers, musicians, choreographers, scriptwriters and composers.
• Visual artists.
• Designers.
• Crafters.
• Writers.
• Arts organisations.
• Arts training and workshop presenters.
• Arts promoters.

Application procedures

• Fill in the relevant NACN application form – sign and date the form.
• Submit a project proposal and detailed projected budget.
• Provide a CV with clear contact details.
• Provide proof of Namibian citizenship or Namibian registration of organisation.
• Provide contact details, including phone number and email address.
• Submit recommendation letter(s) (minimum of one).
• Show proof of work – include all relevant documents.
• Have proof of a bank account such as a cheque of account number.
• Register with NACN. For those in the regions, this can be done through the Regional Ministry of Education, the Department of Lifelong Learning's offices, and the NACN website.

Requirements

Individuals/small groups

• Namibian citizenship.
• Artistic ability.
• Proof of work (portfolio with profile).
• Potential to be exemplary in the community.
• Motivation and desire to build a career in the arts.
• Registration with the NACN.

Organisations

• Should be based in Namibia.
• Should be formally registered.
• Proven track record of involvement in local art activities.
• Recommendations (minimum of one)
• Registration with the NACN.

Click here(link is external) and here(link is external) for the application outline and guidelines.

View the original call here(link is external).