The EU–West Africa Arts Fusion Residency & Expo for Young African Creatives (Funded) now open

The EU – West Africa Arts Fusion Residency & Expo 2024 aims to showcase the incredible power of artistic fusion in West Africa. This event brings together artists and creatives from Ghana, Togo, Benin, and EU Member States to foster collaboration and cultural exchange.

Selected artists will have the opportunity to participate in a residency project in Ghana, near Accra on the coast. The residency will culminate in a closing event at the residence of the EU Ambassador in Ghana, H.E. Irchad Razaaly, located in Accra.

requirments

• To be part of this extraordinary fusion event, passionate artists and creators from Ghana, Togo, Benin, and EU Member States are invited to apply.
• Artists must be nationals of one of these countries and meet the residency requirements specified for each country.
• There is no age limit for applicants, except for a minimum age requirement of 18 years old.

Benefits

• For Ghanaian, Togolese, and Beninoise artists, eligible transportation costs will be covered from either Benin, Togo, or Ghana to the residency location in Ghana and back.
• Additionally, artists will receive GHC 800 per diem for each day of the 9-day program to cover their basic needs and meals.
• While the organizer will provide access to some equipment and materials such as sewing machines, music recording equipment, paints, canvas, and textiles, artists are encouraged to bring their own materials and accessories needed for their work.

Selection Criteria

• A group of experienced judges from the arts and culture world will carefully evaluate the submissions in two stages: first, they will review the applications to select the 12 artists who will participate in the 9-day residency, and then they will assess the artists during the closing event.
• The judges will be looking for artists who possess a creative spark, a dedication to cross-cultural collaboration, and who express EU values such as respect for human rights, gender equality, non-discrimination, and free speech. They will also be seeking artists who have a passion for promoting art.
• From Ghana, Togo, Benin, and European Member states, four artists from each category (fashion, music, visual arts) will be chosen to participate in the Fusion residency.

The Residency

• The artist residency will take place from February 10th to February 19th, 2024.
• Kokrobite Garden Guest House:
• Discover the enchanting Kokrobite Garden Guest House, a hidden retreat just moments away from the mesmerizing Kokrobite Beach. Immerse yourself in the perfect blend of comfort and nature, with beautifully designed accommodations, lush gardens, and a dining experience that caters to diverse artistic tastes.

For details visit Official Website of the EU–West Africa Arts Fusion Residency & Expo 2024. Deadline: January 3rd, 2024