HIAP × Sumud Residency for Palestinian Artists, Helsinki Spring 2027 — 90 Days at Cable Factory with a €3,600 Grant
HIAP – Helsinki International Artist Programme
Residency of HIAP Helsinki International Artist Programme with Sumud – the Finnish Palestine Network, delivered through the Ukraine Solidarity Residency Programme and supported by the Finnish Ministry of Education and Culture. Since 2026 the programme has extended its offer to artists based in Palestine or of Palestinian descent. Focus: time and space for artistic research and dialogue with the...
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A 90-day residency, 12 April – 11 July 2027, in a 63 m² live/work studio at Cable Factory with 24/7 access to HIAP facilities on Suomenlinna; a €3,600 working grant; one return trip; a visa budget; a small access budget for disabled artists. No required output; an exhibition proposal for HIAP from 2029 onwards is optional.
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This residency is for artists working in contemporary visual and interdisciplinary practices, who are currently based in Palestine or are of Palestinian descent. This call is for professional Palestinian contemporary artists who are residing in Palestine or the diaspora. Collectives may apply, without extra fees or travel budget. Family members are welcome. Application language: English (written, audio or video answers).
Dates & details
- Deadline
- 15:00 (GMT+2)
- Programme dates
- 12 April – 11 July 2027
- Results
- After the jury meets in November 2026