Full Funded Residences for Writers in Switzerland 2019

The Foundation features an original group of seven residential modules that are available to writers, translators, and other creative individuals for residencies of varying lengths. Hanging from the openwork canopy surrounding the Foundation, these living spaces are called “treehouses” and offer ideal conditions to anyone looking to start, continue, or put the final touches on a writing or translating project.

Residences are open to all types of writing. Priority is given to writers and translators but the residences are open to other disciplines where writing is at the heart of the project. Residencies can be granted for individual projects or projects in pairs.

In 2019, a percentage of the residences will be dedicated to nature writing, a form of fiction or creative non-fiction that raises awareness of nature, prepares for a sustainable way of living, and helps to better understand socio-environmental interconnections and the impact of human actions on nature.

Length of stay:

Two week-, one-, two-, three- or six-month stays are available. The length of stay should match the scope of the project. The period applied for is a request only, and the Jan Michalski Foundation reserves the right to offer another period depending on availability.

Eligibility criteria:

There are no age or nationality restrictions.
Beginners are accepted.

Residence conditions:

[1] Residents are allocated one of the seven ‘Treehouses’ for as long as they need to complete their writing project. This ‘Treehouse’ allows them to live independently. For projects in pairs, a separate Treehouse will be assigned to each of the selected candidates.

[2] We have one Treehouse available for people with reduced mobility. Please specify any reduced mobility needs in the ‘comments’ box in the ‘your stay’ section of the application form.

[3] Residents’ travel costs to and from their home address will be covered by the Foundation.

[4] Residents are granted a monthly allowance of CHF 1200.

[5] The Foundation provides breakfast and lunch for residents and the village has a small grocery shop.

[6] Electric bikes are available for residents.

[7] Montricher train station, with regular connections to Morges, is situated two kilometers from the Foundation.

[8] Residents have free access to the library during the day.

[9] Residents are free to participate in cultural activities organized by the Foundation.

Selection criteria and process:

Applications will be assessed based on three criteria: the quality of the project, the candidate’s professional background and whether or not the duration of the stay matches the scope of the project. Beginners’ applications are assessed based on the quality of the project and the motivation they are able to convey in their application.

Schedule:

- The application forms for 2019 will be available online starting 1 May 2018 and are due latest on 9 September 2018.

- Selection panel: October 2018.

- Announcement of selected candidates: November 2018.

- Arrival of the first wave of selected residents: February 2019.