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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→.
If you have an opportunity available that can be added to our database, then please register it here→.
Laurenz Foundation and FHNW Academy of Art and Design (HKG) Basel – Scholarships for Students from Ukraine
The FHNW Academy for Art and Design (HGK) will host 20 art and design students from Ukraine for one year. Thanks to the immediate commitment of the Laurenz Foundation, the students can be supported with scholarships and safely continue their studies in Switzerland.
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.
Kent State University – Ukrainian Support Fund
The support fund helps Ukrainian scientists, scholars and students access higher education opportunities in the US.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
Resources and Contacts for Ukrainian Artists
This platform provides an overview of available emergency resources (shelter, transportation, residencies, work and study places) in Europe.
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.
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.
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).
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.
Kone Foundation – Emergency Residencies for Ukrainian Artists and Art Professionals in Finland
Four Finland-based art organisations are offering residencies and accommodation for Ukrainian and Ukraine-based artists and art professionals who are fleeing from Ukraine or who have been displaced due to the war in Ukraine. In collaboration with Frame Contemporary Art Finland, HIAP – Helsinki International Artist Programme, Connecting Points programme and Saari Residence, both short and long stays in Finland are provided for individuals and families.
Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theater – Contact for Displaced Artists
If you are a dancer, an orchestra musician or a singer who has been displaced by the war in Ukraine, please reach out to the Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre.
Office Ukraine – Shelter for Ukrainian Artists in Austria
»Office Ukraine. Shelter for Ukrainian Artists« has been set up for Ukrainian artists and cultural workers in all disciplines fleeing war in Ukraine and seeking shelter in Austria. It serves as a liaison between them and the Austrian art scene.