Deadline: January 29, 2024
Applications are open for the DAAD MuseumsLab Programme 2024. The MuseumsLab is a programme for joint learning, perspective exchange, networking and career building among African and European professionals.
Bringing them together to build bridges between individuals, institutions, nations and two continents for an engaged discussion on how museums can confront their past, meet the present needs of society and work towards an equitable future. The programme activities will take place from June 6, 2024 to December 10, 2024.
Value
For the onsite phases the following programme-related costs will be covered by the DAAD:
- International and national transport to arrive to and depart from programme locations (lowest possible economy class airfare and 2nd class train tickets)
- Local public transport (if applicable) during Module 2, Module 3 and the Residencies
- Airport transfers (Module 3 in Accra, Residencies in Africa if applicable)
- Visa fees (for visa processes at official entities)
- Health insurance (reimbursement up to 40 Euros)
- Accommodation during the onsite Modules and Residency Locations
- Programme related entrance fees
- Daily allowance during the onsite Modules and Residencies (limited compensation for meals not provided in the programme)
Eligibility
- Applicants should be currently working in the museum, culture and art sector;
- Practical experience of at least 2 years in a museum, heritage site or art space, relating to themes such as Archaeology, Architecture, Art, Cultural History, Natural Sciences and Technology;
- Commitment to the programme;
- Sufficient English skills;
- Place of residence at time of applying must be in Africa or Europe.
- Your application cannot be considered if you are an alumna/us of the MuseumsLab programme.
Application
Upload the following documents via DAAD portal:
- Application Form TheMuseumsLab (mandatory, in English); by uploading it to your application, select the attachment type “programme specific application form”
- CV (mandatory, in English)
- Letter of Recommendation (mandatory, in English)
Optional:
- Degree Certificates (in English if available)
- Information about former or current work projects (in English)
- Language certificates (in English if available)
For more information, visit DAAD MuseumsLab Programme.
