Liverpool Biennial x British Council Curator’s Week Open Call

Opportunity type:  Open Call

For: Artists

Deadline: 02/03/2025

Rewards: Funded research trip to the UK + travel + accom

Location Eligibility: Worldwide


About this opportunity

As part of a shared commitment to enhancing learning and collaboration between UK and international Curators, Liverpool Biennial and the British Council are joining forces to offer 8 fully-funded opportunities to attend a Curator’s networking and development week, within the 13th edition of Liverpool Biennial. 

This programme will consist of talks, workshops, performances, tours, trips and networking opportunities with national peers and artists, all of which will be tailored to the individual ambitions and practices of the selected delegation. The aim is the support and offer development opportunities for international curators to make links with UK practitioners and institutions and to foster future collaboration.

Applications are open to mid-career Curators living and working in select countries within Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia.

Rewards

  • A fully funded week-long research and development trip to Liverpool (UK)
  • Exclusive access to Liverpool Biennial 2025 performances, exhibitions, and events
  • Opportunities for networking, knowledge exchange, and professional development
  • Coverage of key expenses including flights, accommodation, visa costs, per diems, and accessibility support

Eligibility

Applications are open to mid-career Curators living and working in select countries within Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia. Eligible Countries Sub-Saharan Africa: Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe 

Are over 18 years old 

Have a valid passport at the time of applying (please note, your passport must be valid for at least three months after planned departure date from the UK)

No formal education or qualifications are necessary 

Entry Fee

Free

How to Apply 

Apply using the link: Liverpool Biennial x British Council Curator’s Week Open Call

All questions regarding this award should be sent to applications@biennial.com

Deadline

Feb 02 2026

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