Mishkal Art Residencies – Round 3

The Goethe-Institut on behalf of the EUNIC – European Union National Institutes for Culture Cluster Palestine and the European Union is pleased to announce an opportunity for emerging Palestinian and European artists, male and female, to participate in an interdisciplinary artistic residency program.

This residency seeks to foster collaboration, experimentation, presentation, and performance of new works that engage local communities in Palestinian heritage sites, as well as international audiences online.
Successful applicants will be provided with an inspiring cultural environment to experiment and express their artistic vision either individually or collaboratively on multi-disciplinary art projects, exhibitions, and open studios.

The residency program aims to facilitate creative discussions and exchanges among participants through tours, lectures, and seminars.

This is an opportunity to disconnect from their daily routines, dedicate time to artistic research, experiment creatively, and develop their professional practice in a collaborative environment.
 
The program also supports the international collaboration and multilateral alliances, with European artists in creating and evolving innovative artworks, 

The residency will culminate in public events at a cultural heritage site, bringing local and international audiences together in these historical places (in person and virtually) showcasing these productions and projects that aim to preserve and enhance the Palestinian cultural heritage.

• Free studio space
• A production grant to support materials and project costs
• Mentoring and logistical support
• An opportunity to showcase their work in public events and exhibitions

Place of implementation of residence 
While participants are encouraged to explore different cities across the West Bank, East Jerusalem, or Gaza Strip for their residency period, we strongly encourage applicants to consider conducting their residency at the Goethe-Institut in Ramallah, specifically in the fully equipped Atheer Studio.

The Atheer Studio provides a dedicated and inspiring environment for sound and multimedia artists, with access to professional equipment, technical support, and opportunities for public engagement through open studios and community events.

Special Focus Residency Space: Atheer Studio at the Goethe-Institut Ramallah Applicants working with sound, audio-visual, or multimedia practices are especially encouraged to make use of the Atheer Studio, offering professional facilities and an ideal setting for creative experimentation and community engagement.

Additionally, we offer access to a radio bus a mobile broadcasting and recording unit. We are especially looking for an artist eager to creatively utilize this unique resource as part of their residency.

• Implementation of the selected project proposal between January – April 2026
• Presentation of the artistic output during public events from March – May 2026
• Organizing at least one public activities (e.g., workshops, discussions, or seminars) to engage local communities between February – April 2026

Two months, to be scheduled within the period of January – April 2026

• Individual artists and organizations working in audio and visual arts
• Palestinian applicants residing in the West Bank, East Jerusalem, Gaza, or the Diaspora
• European artists and/or cultural organizations
• Applicants must be 18 years or older

Audio and Visual Arts – with an emphasis on sound-based practices, multimedia installations, and interdisciplinary approaches that reflect or engage with cultural heritage.
 

All applications must be submitted online via the official application platform.

Application deadline
Please fill out the following form before December 13, 2025, at 23:55
Incomplete applications cannot be considered.


Key Dates

• Call Launch & Registration Open: November 10, 2025
• Registration Close: December 13, 2025
• Jury Evaluation and Selection: December 11–24, 2025
• Confirmation & Participant Invitations Sent: December 24, 2025
• Winner Announcement: January 2026

 

You can contact us via email: Mishkal-ppd@goethe.de
 
We look forward to your participation in this exciting and inspiring artistic experience!
 
The art residency is part of the project MISHKAL "Perform, Produce, Design" funded by the European Union and implemented by the Goethe-Institut in partnership with the British Council in Palestine.