Organizer Information
The program is initiated by the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC), an intergovernmental body that promotes cooperation among Indian Ocean island states, including Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles, and Mozambique. Through its cultural and creative industries (CCI) development initiatives, the IOC supports regional integration, economic growth, and the professionalization of cultural sectors.
This specific program is funded by the Agence Française de Développement (AFD), a major international development institution supporting sustainable projects worldwide. Within this framework, the AléVini fund is designed as a mobility support mechanism to strengthen artistic ecosystems and foster cross-border collaboration in the Indianoceania region.
Title & Description
AléVini Cycle VI – Regional Mobility Fund for Artists & Cultural Professionals
AléVini Cycle VI is a regional mobility grant program aimed at supporting artists and cultural professionals in the Indian Ocean region. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to reinforce the cultural and creative industries (CCI) sector by facilitating mobility, collaboration, and knowledge exchange across island nations.
The program provides financial support for short-term mobility projects that contribute to the development of artistic practices and professional networks. It is structured around three main objectives:
- Strengthening inter-island artistic exchange
- Supporting the creation, production, and dissemination of cultural works
- Enhancing the regional cultural market and professional ecosystem
Special priority is given to projects that promote gender equality and the inclusion of women in cultural and artistic activities.
Rather than functioning as a traditional residency, AléVini operates as a targeted mobility fund, enabling participants to travel for specific professional purposes such as collaboration, training, or production.
Categories
- Visual Arts
- Performing Arts
- Film / Media
- Cultural Management
- Interdisciplinary Artistic Practices
- Creative Industries (CCI-related fields)
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be an individual (not an organization)
- Be a national and resident of one of the eligible countries:
- Comoros
- Madagascar
- Mauritius
- Seychelles
- Mozambique
- Work professionally in a cultural or artistic field
- Be directly responsible for the proposed project (no intermediaries)
- Not have previously received this grant
- Comply with IOC and AFD integrity and eligibility regulations
Ineligible applicants include:
- Individuals with conflicts of interest with the IOC
- Applicants under sanctions or restrictions
- Individuals with ongoing or unresolved IOC grant contracts
Program Benefits & Awards
The AléVini fund provides financial support for mobility and project-related logistics, including:
Mobility Support (up to €3,000)
- International or regional travel (air/sea)
- Accommodation-related costs
- Visa expenses
- Support for caregivers (if applicable)
Export of Works Support (up to €250)
- Extra baggage fees
- Freight and shipping (air/sea)
- Customs and transit fees
- Logistics services (packing, insurance, handling, transport)
Applicants may combine both supports, but cannot apply solely for export funding.
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Completed and signed application form + annexes
- Copy of passport
- CV and portfolio
- Invitation letter from host partner (including purpose, dates, and support details)
- Signed declaration of integrity and gender commitment document
- Estimated volume of artworks for transport (if applicable)
Incomplete applications or submissions via email will be automatically rejected.
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 12 May 2026
- Notification of Results: End of June 2026
- Mobility Period: August 1, 2026 – February 28, 2027
Location
Additional Details
- Mobility duration must be minimum 5 days and maximum 10 days (excluding travel days)
- Projects must fall into one of the following categories:
- Networking mobility (building partnerships, developing collaborations)
- Creative mobility (residencies, artistic production, research)
- Skills development mobility (training, workshops, knowledge exchange)
- Strong emphasis is placed on:
- Sustainability of collaborations
- Professional development impact
- Gender inclusion and equality
Beneficiaries are required to follow strict financial and administrative guidelines, and the IOC reserves the right to conduct financial verification before awarding funds.