Call for applications: COVID-19 arts sector relief in Namibia

The call follows an announcement in June by Namibian Minister of Education, Arts and Culture Anna Nghipondoka, who said that N$5m ($300 000) would be made available for the sector.

To apply for the COVID-19 relief fund, individuals and organisations should download applications forms here and here.

No online applications will be accepted. Applicants will have to send their applications  via courier service/post or hand-deliver to be following address:

Ministry of Education Building
Luther Street
Government Office Park
P.O. Box 149
Windhoek

Who can apply?

• Performers such as actors, dancers, musicians, choreographers, scriptwriters and composers.
• Visual artists.
• Designers.
• Crafters.
• Writers.
• Arts organisations.
• Arts training and workshop presenters.
• Arts promoters.

Application procedures

• Fill in the relevant NACN application form – sign and date the form.
• Submit a project proposal and detailed projected budget.
• Provide a CV with clear contact details.
• Provide proof of Namibian citizenship or Namibian registration of organisation.
• Provide contact details, including phone number and email address.
• Submit recommendation letter(s) (minimum of one).
• Show proof of work – include all relevant documents.
• Have proof of a bank account such as a cheque of account number.
• Register with NACN. For those in the regions, this can be done through the Regional Ministry of Education, the Department of Lifelong Learning's offices, and the NACN website.

Requirements

Individuals/small groups

• Namibian citizenship.
• Artistic ability.
• Proof of work (portfolio with profile).
• Potential to be exemplary in the community.
• Motivation and desire to build a career in the arts.
• Registration with the NACN.

Organisations

• Should be based in Namibia.
• Should be formally registered.
• Proven track record of involvement in local art activities.
• Recommendations (minimum of one)
• Registration with the NACN.

Click here and here for the application outline and guidelines.

View the original call here.