Delfina Foundation Curators Residency 2027

Opportunity type: Residency

For: Curators

Deadline: 30/08/26

Rewards: Residency in London + professional development + more

Location Eligibility: Central and West Africa


About this opportunity

With support from the Network of Patrons for Africa, Delfina Foundation is inviting applications from curators based in Central and West Africa for a residency during its winter 2027 season. The programme offers selected curators the opportunity to spend six or twelve weeks in London, engaging in research, dialogue, and professional exchange within an international arts network. The residency supports curators in developing their practices, building connections, and exploring new ideas within a global contemporary arts context.

Rewards

  • Six- or twelve-week residency in London during Delfina Foundation’s winter 2027 season
  • Opportunity for research, professional development, and exchange with international artists and cultural practitioners
  • Access to Delfina Foundation’s network and programme activities

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • Hold nationality and be based in one of the following Central or West African countries: Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, São Tomé and Príncipe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, or Togo
  • Have at least five years of professional curatorial experience in a freelance, academic, or institutional context

Entry Fee

Free

How to Apply 

Apply using the link: Delfina Foundation Curators Residency 2027

All questions regarding this opportunity should be sent to info@delfinafoundation.com

Deadline

Aug 30 2026

More Info

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Labels

No Entry Fee

Location

Some African Countries

Category

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