The Goethe-Institut Nigeria supports Nigerian solo artists, collectives, and cultural experts in implementing their projects.
For the past years, the Goethe-Institut Nigeria has supported a wide range of projects created and implemented by Nigerian artists and initiatives in various art forms: music, contemporary dance, photography, films (documentary), theatre, visual arts, literature and many more. Goethe-Institut Nigeria also supports artists and cultural experts who are invited as participants to festivals or cultural projects in Germany or on the African continent but do not have enough funding to join.
The call is open for all artistic and cultural initiatives from all parts of the country and sectors. This year, the Support and Connect initiative is supporting projects across three categories of entries:
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Goethe-Institut Nigeria Support and Connect
| Application Deadline | 15 Feb 2024 |
| Country to study | Nigeria |
| Type | Entrepreneurs |
| Sponsor | Goethe Institut |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of Goethe-Institut Nigeria Support and Connect
Award worths up to 5.000 EUR each
Requirements for Goethe-Institut Nigeria Support and Connect Qualification
Art and Culture Projects (up to 5.000 EUR each)
- Solo artists or collectives who have worked professionally (with at least 3 years of experience), and who want to organize an arts or cultural project in Nigeria.
- The project idea has to be already developed and has reached a certain level of preparation.
- The project has to be implemented during the year 2024 and latest be completed by December 10, 2024
- Only completely and correctly filled out application forms will be considered.
Art and Culture Festivals (up to 5.000 EUR each)
- Art and culture festivals taking place in Nigeria
- The festival has to be at least in its third year
- The festival has to be implemented during the year 2024 and latest be completed by December 10, 2024
- Only completely and correctly filled out application forms will be considered.
Art and Culture Travel Grant (up to 2.500 EUR each)
- Individuals who already received an official invitation to a cultural festival/event/project in Germany or in any African country.
- The host organization in Germany/an African country has to be responsible for accommodation and other living expenses for the period of time you would be at the event.
- The travel has to be during the year 2024 and latest completed by December 10, 2024
- Only completely and correctly filled out application forms will be considered.
Interview date, Process and Venue for Goethe-Institut Nigeria Support and Connect
Application Process
- Application deadline: 15. February 2024
- An independent jury will select the projects until the end of February
- Project implementation: 15. March – 10. December 2024
- Submission of a project report: by end of January 2025
Documents Required for Application
- Application Form including budget plan (PDF, 141 kB)
- CV of the project leader/visiting artist
- Further references and material
- Passport photograph copy
Application Deadline
February 15, 2024How to Apply
Submit application to: [email protected]
For more details, visit Goethe-Institut website.
