Funded Cultural Exchange Opportunity in Finland 2027 for Palestinian Artists with a €3,600 Grant
Applicant criteria
- NationalityPalestine
- AgeNo specific age required
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Opportunity FieldMusic, Art and Graphic Design, Others
- Job locationFinland
- Deadline2026-11-02
Opportunity description
The Helsinki International Artist Programme (HIAP), in collaboration with the Sumud Foundation, is offering one of the funded international cultural exchange and artist residency opportunities for 2027, specifically for Palestinian artists living in Palestine or in the diaspora. The residency will take place in Helsinki, Finland, for 90 days, from April 12 to July 11, 2027.
The program aims to support Palestinian artists by providing a safe and stimulating environment in which they can develop their artistic and research practices, strengthen cultural exchange, and collaborate with the local and international arts community. It offers participants the time and space needed for creativity, experimentation, and building new professional connections.
The residency provides a free live-work studio, a €3,600 grant, and travel cost coverage, along with participation in a range of artistic and cultural activities. Participants are not required to produce new artwork or organize an exhibition during the residency period.
Benefits
A €3,600 grant for the full residency period.
Free accommodation for 90 days in a studio that combines living and working space.
Round-trip travel costs covered from the artist’s place of residence.
A 63-square-meter studio equipped with a kitchenette, sleeping area, and private bathroom.
The possibility of bringing family members, subject to the accommodation’s capacity.
Support with visa procedures, including a budget to cover visa fees and costs related to embassy or visa office appointments.
Access to HIAP’s artistic facilities, including the woodworking workshop, project spaces, and equipment available for loan.
Participation in artistic gatherings, exhibition visits, and cultural events in Helsinki.
Opportunities to connect with local and international artists and cultural institutions.
The possibility of developing a proposal for an exhibition that may be presented at HIAP from 2029 onward, without any guarantee of realization.
A limited budget is available to support accessibility needs for artists with disabilities.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must be professional Palestinian artists residing either in Palestine or in the diaspora.
Applicants should have an ongoing artistic practice and a professional commitment to their creative field.
Applications are open to artists and art practitioners from a wide range of disciplines, including visual arts, contemporary art practices, and multidisciplinary practices.
Applicants should be motivated to use the residency period to develop their artistic practice and engage with the cultural community in Helsinki.
Submit an artistic portfolio showcasing previous work and projects.
Applications must be submitted in English.
Applications may be submitted individually or as a group, but no additional funding is available for other group members.