Inspiration Bénin — African Worlds Residency 2026/27 (3rd Edition)
Annual residency programme run by the Institut français du Bénin for francophone artists (visual arts or new stage/performance writing) whose work explores African worlds. Residents spend a minimum of 6 weeks in Benin (Nov 2026 – Apr 2027) working alongside a Beninese partner. Applications submitted at inspirationbenin.com.
Deadline
9 Sep 2026
Verified 3 days ago
Cost
Free
Format
Open to visual arts and new performance/stage writing — cinema and film writing eligible
Eligibility
Francophone artists with at least 5 years professional practice in visual arts (painting, sculpture, installation, digital art) or new stage/performance writing (theatre, dance, performance). Must not be living in Benin. Any nationality. Must have identified a Beninese partner willing to co-create.
What You Get
€8,500 total: €1,500 international travel, €1,500/month living allowance (6-week minimum stay), €4,500 production support, €1,000 Beninese partner support allowance.
What to Submit
Portfolio (10 pages max) · CV (2 pages max) · Project presentation: motivations, research approach, Beninese connection, duration, follow-up plans (4 pages max) · Partner presentation (2 pages max) · Signed letter of commitment from Beninese partner detailing their specific role and contribution · Preliminary budget. Submit at inspirationbenin.com.
Insider Tips
Beninese partner quality is a scored criterion — a vague 'network contact' will be penalised. A partner who can articulate specific co-creation terms and contribution to the ecosystem significantly improves scoring. Review previous laureate projects at inspirationbenin.com to avoid redundant approaches.
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Verify dates and eligibility on the official website before applying.
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