Organizer Information
The Cité internationale des arts is the world’s largest artist-in-residence center, located in the heart of Paris, France. Since 1965, it has hosted over 30,000 artists from all over the globe, providing a unique environment for creative research and professional development. This specific edition of the Jadwal program is a strategic partnership with the Nessij association, an organization dedicated to supporting the Tunisian cultural scene. Together, they aim to facilitate the professional mobility of artists living in Tunisia, offering them a platform to integrate into international networks. While Nessij co-constructs the program, the selection is handled by an independent jury to ensure total impartiality.
Title & Description
Jadwal Residency Program 2026 — Paris for Tunisian Artists
The Jadwal program (meaning "schedule" or "timeline") is a fully funded Residency designed to empower Tunisian artists to conduct high-level Research and networking in Paris. This program is specifically co-constructed to support the professionalization of the Tunisian artistic scene. Unlike production-heavy residencies, Jadwal prioritizes the "time and space" needed to build sustainable international partnerships and explore new work protocols. Two laureates—one from the Visual Arts and one from Video/Film or Performing Arts—will spend three months at the Cité’s Marais site, immersing themselves in one of the world's most dense creative ecosystems.
Categories
- Visual Arts: Including Painting, Sculpture, Photography, and Installation.
- Video/Film: Including Animation, documentary, and experimental cinema.
- Performing Arts: Including Music, Choreography, Dance, dramaturgy, and staging.
- Interdisciplinary Arts: Projects that cross traditional disciplinary boundaries.
Eligibility
- Residency Status: Applicants must be currently working and living in Tunisia.
- Professional Experience: Must have an established artistic practice for at least 5 years.
- Individual Focus: Duo or group applications are not eligible for this specific call.
- Project Scope: Proposals must demonstrate a clear need for a residency in France and specifically at the Cité internationale des arts.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Accommodation: A live-work Studio (approx. 25–40 m²) at the Marais site in Paris.
- Stipend: A monthly Stipend of €1,000 for Living Costs (Total €3,000).
- Production Grant: A one-time Grant of €500 to support research activities.
- Travel Costs: Coverage for one return airfare from Tunisia to Paris, plus visa fees and travel insurance.
- Professional Mentorship: Tailored networking opportunities and administrative support from the Cité team.
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Research Proposal: A detailed argument regarding the need for this residency and the envisaged work protocol.
- Professional CV: A summary of the last 5 years of professional artistic activity.
- Portfolio: A PDF including samples of recent works (images, video links, etc.).
- Motivation Letter: Highlighting the specific importance of the Parisian context for the applicant’s career.
- Partnership Proof: Any existing contacts or partnerships in France that will be developed during the stay.
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Period: 11 January 2026
- Notification Date: Candidates will be notified by mid-March 2026
- Residency Period: 3 months, starting from 02 July 2026 to 28 September 2026.
Location
Paris, France
Additional Details
The selection process is highly competitive. The jury pays particular attention to the "artistic quality" of the projects and the candidate's ability to articulate how this specific geographic perspective in France will benefit their long-term practice. It is highly recommended that candidates demonstrate existing or planned connections with French cultural actors in their proposal.