Opportunities

This database contains emergency contacts as well as emergency funding opportunities for scholars and students in the fields of the Social Sciences and Humanities, for artists and cultural workers, journalists, lawyers and human rights activists at risk from Ukraine, as well as for those at risk from other East-Central, Eastern European and Central-Asian localities. If you are searching for academic opportunities in other areas, such as Natural Sciences or IT, please register them at Science for Ukraine.

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  • King’s College London – Support of Ukrainian Academics and Students

    The Sanctuary Programme includes a range of projects, including the Partnership for Digital Learning and Increased Access (PADILEIA), Sanctuary Scholarships and the King’s Refugee Community Sponsorship Scheme. The programme also aims to enhance understanding of forced migration among staff and students at King’s and to develop opportunities for them to make a positive contribution.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: United Kingdom | Workplace: On site Support period: Not applicable Discipline / work field: Social Sciences, Humanities

    Kent State University – Ukrainian Support Fund

    The support fund helps Ukrainian scientists, scholars and students access higher education opportunities in the US.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: USA | Workplace: On site Support period: Not applicable Discipline / work field: Social Sciences, Humanities

    Helsinki University – Study Places for Ukrainian Students

    University students who escape from Ukraine in the middle of their studies are welcome at
    Helsinki University to continue their studies. No entrance exam, no fees.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: Finland | Workplace: On site Support period: Not applicable Discipline / work field: Social Sciences, Humanities

    Artists at Risk – Resources for Artists and Cultural Workers at Risk from Belarus and Russia

    AR-Safe Haven Residencies usually include accommodation (and in some cases a studio), and a monthly living grant. Travel, visa and travel-insurance and a limited budget for production and legal costs are also included. Each residency, however, offers different conditions. Some residencies can support families.

    For applicants from: Belarus, Russia Location: International | Workplace: On site Support period: up to 3 months Discipline / work field: Cultural or artistic work

    Artists at Risk – Emergency Resources and Residencies for Artists and Cultural Workers from Ukraine

    AR-Safe Haven Residencies usually include accommodation (and in some cases a studio), and a monthly living grant. Travel, visa and travel-insurance and a limited budget for production and legal costs are also included. Each residency, however, offers different conditions. Some residencies can support families.
    The website provides an overview of other emergency resources.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: International | Workplace: On site Support period: up to 3 months Discipline / work field: Cultural or artistic work

    Culture of Solidarity Fund – Ukraine

    Introduced by the European Cultural Foundation (ECF) in 2020, the Culture of Solidarity Fund was originally set up as a corona-response mechanism for pan-European cultural initiatives. Established as a public-philanthropic partnership fund, it supported nearly 100 cultural projects that contributed to maintaining and reinforcing European solidarity and the idea of Europe as a shared public space during the pandemic lockdowns.

    Today, the war in Ukraine has put new relevance to our Culture of Solidarity mission and calls for funding urgent European and cultural action more than ever before.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: International | Workplace: Remote Support period: up to 12 months Discipline / work field: Social Sciences, Humanities, Cultural or artistic work, Journalism, Human rights activism

    Ruhr University Bochum – Feder Stepun Fellowship for Scholars at Risk from Ukraine and Russia

    Postgraduate or PhD students at risk in any scientific field from Ukraine and Russia are eligible to apply for a short term fellowship at Ruhr University Bochum. Fellows are given access to a workplace and library facilities, receive support with accommodation and visa, and are connected to a mentor.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Russia Location: Germany | Workplace: On site Support period: 3 to 4 months Discipline / work field: Social Sciences, Humanities

    ICFR – Emergency Fund for Filmmakers at Risk

    The International Coalition for Filmmakers at Risk (ICFR) has launched a special emergency fund for filmmakers who are in danger due to the war in Ukraine. Ukrainian filmmakers at risk as well as independent critical filmmakers from Russia and Belarus who oppose the war are eligible to apply.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia Location: International | Workplace: Remote Support period: Not applicable Discipline / work field: Cultural or artistic work

    ELIA – In Solidarity with Ukraine

    The European Network of Higher Arts Education provides an overview of opportunities for exchange, research and collaboration for Ukrainian students, art historians and artists in several European countries (among them Austria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, UK).

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: Europe | Workplace: On site Support period: Not applicable Discipline / work field: Humanities, Cultural or artistic work

    Emergency Temporary Relocation Resources for Artists and Cultural Workers from Ukraine

    This document offers an extensive overview of the residencies/relocations offered to Ukrainian artists and cultural workers. It is indexed via nations.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: International | Workplace: On site Support period: Not applicable Discipline / work field: Cultural or artistic work

    Conservatorium van Amsterdam – Reach Out Programme for Refugee Music Students

    CvA Reach Out aims to help musicians who endeavor to start or continue their music education, but no longer have the opportunity to do so within their country of origin. The programme is open to all refugee music students.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia Location: The Netherlands | Workplace: On site Support period: Not applicable Discipline / work field: Cultural or artistic work

    Resources and Contacts for Ukrainian Artists

    This platform provides an overview of available emergency resources (shelter, transportation, residencies, work and study places) in Europe.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: Europe | Workplace: On site Support period: Not applicable Discipline / work field: Cultural or artistic work

    AiR Tilburg | Sea Foundation – Emergency Residencies for Ukrainian Arts Professionals

    We are looking for ways to support Ukrainian arts professionals. We, therefore, offer funded emergency residencies of 3 months to professional Ukrainian artists, curators, curator collectives, or curator/artist duo, who are displaced or who are fleeing the war. We still have two places available. You will receive a warm welcome and support in the city of Tilburg, which is located in the South of the Netherlands near the Belgium border.

    We provide sustenance, accommodation and curatorial and artistic practice support and a modest stipend. Unfortunately, due to the available accommodation, we can not host families.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: The Netherlands | Workplace: On site Support period: 3 months Discipline / work field: Cultural or artistic work

    Fondation Jan Michalski for Writing and Literature – Grant Opportunities

    The Jan Michalski Foundation supports projects related to literature and literary translation beyond its four walls, in Switzerland and abroad, by a program that awards financial grants.

    Grant requests are considered over a six-month period by a commission presided by Vera Michalski-Hoffmann. Aid is attributed according to several criteria, viz., quality and originality of the project, its ability to promote literature, and evidence of financial need.

    For applicants from: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia Location: Switzerland (or abroad) | Workplace: Remote Support period: 6 months Discipline / work field: Cultural or artistic work, Journalism

    Helsinki International Artists Programme – Ukraine Solidarity Residencies

    Ukraine Solidarity Residencies offer residencies and accommodation for Ukrainian and Ukraine-based artists and art professionals that have been effected by the war in Ukraine. The aspirations of the collaboration are to promote solidarity by establishing sustainable support networks and finding the means for Ukrainian artists to continue their practices. The residencies are located in various places, mostly around southern Finland. Accommodation, travel and living costs of the residents are covered as part of the program. The residency period generally lasts from 3 months with the possibility of continuation. The residencies can host a single artist or artist with family members (up to 4 people).

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: Finland | Workplace: On site Support period: up to 3 months (with the possibility to extend) Discipline / work field: Cultural or artistic work

    In Solidarity with Ukraine – Emergency Resources for Cultural Workers and Artists from Ukraine

    In Solidarity with Ukraine provides a list of emergency resources (work/study/shelter/mental health) for cultural workers and artists from Ukraine.

    For applicants from: Ukraine Location: International | Workplace: On site Support period: Not applicable Discipline / work field: Cultural or artistic work