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JIAS Writing Fellowship

Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study (JIAS), University of Johannesburg
Fully funded

JIAS hosts scholars and creative practitioners for a three month writing residency in Johannesburg. Fellows work on their own book or project and take part in the institute's events.

Deadline
Usually late October
Funding
Return economy flight, private residence, weekday meals, and an award of 90,000 rand
Where
South Africa (Johannesburg)
Who it's for
Scholars and creative practitioners
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Scholars need a PhD and a record of published work. Creative practitioners need a record of exhibitions or projects. Applicants from the Global South and women and gender-diverse applicants of color get preference.
Field of study
Humanities, social sciences, and the arts
Length
3 months

Details like deadlines and eligibility can change from year to year, so check the official program page before you apply.

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