Open call: Writers for artistic freedom project

PANAF is seeking writers from the Gambia, Zambia and Kenya to focus on the following topics:

• The Emerging Generation of Socially Conscious Artists: Profiling Leading Socially Conscious Artists
• Economic Empowerment Through Art: Highlight Initiatives and Artists Who Are Using Their Creativity to Generate Income, Support Local Economies, and Empower Marginalised Communities

Since its inception, PANAF collaborated with civil society organisations, artists and culture producers to advocate for artistic freedom. Among its milestones are eight comprehensive reports that analyse the legal and institutional frameworks related to artistic freedoms, offering valuable recommendations.

Additionally, PANAF has developed a resource-rich website where artists and cultural professionals can stay informed, share information (including violations of artistic rights) and promote socially conscious art and content. Its chatroom section also provides a platform for discussions on artists’ welfare and their role in fostering accountability, transparency and social change.

Submission guidelines

The commissioned writers will be expected to:

• Conduct thorough research and interviews with selected artists and cultural professionals.
• Write engaging and informative articles of 800-1 000 words.
• Provide high-quality images of the artists and their work (with permission).
• Ensure all content is original, unpublished and free of plagiarism.
• Meet all deadlines and maintain regular communication with the PANAF editorial team.
• Adhere to PANAF’s guidelines and feedback for revisions if necessary.

Submissions must be original and unpublished.

How to apply

Send a brief bio and writing samples (links) to panaf@selam.se by 5 July 2024.

Remuneration

For each commissioned article, the writer will be remunerated $300 upon acceptance by the editorial team.

View the original call here.