Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 2 September 2026
The Martin Roth Initiative offers funded relocation to Germany for artists and cultural actors at risk from non-EU/EEA countries (with specified exclusions). Applicants must demonstrate commitment to open society values, face documented restrictions, and apply jointly with a German host organization. The program is free; the deadline is September 11, 2026.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 11, 2026
“11 September 2026, 5:00 pm CEST (digital submission); 25 September 2026 postmark deadline (signed hardcopy). Applications open 6 July 2026.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. funded relocation with host institution
“monthly scholarship; individual support (insurance, psychosocial support, language courses, training, networking); financial support for host organisation additional personnel; MRI counselling and training; visa process support”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. up to 15 months
Who can apply. Artists and cultural actors from non-EU/EEA countries (excluding Australia, Canada, Israel, New Zealand, Switzerland, UK, USA) who: are committed to open society/freedom/democracy through their work; experience restrictions or threats due t
How they choose. Juried
“Independent committee of German arts/cultural representatives and civil society institutions. Criteria: threat/risk situation; artist profile and social relevance; application quality and host capacity; fit between artist and host; impact on communities; gender and diversity aspects.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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