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Research trip to Switzerland

Pro Helvetia

Pro Helvetia offers research trips for artists and cultural practitioners to one or more regions of Switzerland in areas including Arts, Design, Humanities and Social Sciences. It is aimed at cultural professionals from regions with liaison offices, with applications open year-round.

Who can apply

Cultural practitioners from the regions of the liaison offices (Arab region, East Asia, South America, South Asia and Vietnam, West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa and Southern Africa) who are active in disciplines supported by Pro Helvetia. Applicants must have permanent residence in one of those regions, a proven professional track record, and knowledge of English or a Swiss language.

Perks & benefits

Accommodation
Travel costs
Daily allowances
Coach (cultural professional from local artistic field for networking)
Childcare support up to CHF 1,000 per month

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Deadline

December 31, 2026

Opens

May 27, 2026

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Eligibility criteria

Permanent residence in one of the regions of the liaison offices and active participation in the respective cultural scene
Comprehensive portfolio and proven track record of professional activity in the applicant’s field
Strong professional interest in the selected destination, connected to the applicant’s artistic practice, and in networking with the local cultural field
A concrete research topic that can deepen the exchange between the cultural scenes of Switzerland and the applicant’s country of residence
Knowledge of English or one of the Swiss languages to ensure smooth and effective communication
Artists and cultural practitioners from countries outside the Pro Helvetia liaison offices’ area of responsibility may not apply
Pro Helvetia is unable to consider funding requests if the applicant is enrolled in a school, university curriculum, basic training, or education programme

Research trip to Switzerland

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