Call for applications: Nafasi Art Space grants in Tanzania

The programme will provide funding to artists and arts organisations, collectives, groups, local authorities, NGOs and social enterprises to explore concept development and audience engagement in thoughtful and ambitious ways.

"We believe strongly that artists and organisations need independence and freedom from narrow definitions and rules to create their best work and to design the most effective programmes," Nafasi Art Space said. "Applicants are encouraged to build their proposals in such a way that artists are free to explore the issues that are important to them on a personal level while engaging audiences freshly and thoughtfully."

Eligibility

Applications are available in the following categories:

• Music.
• Performing arts.
• Visual arts.
• Theatre.
• Literature.
• Digital art and new media.
• Architecture.
• Dance.
• Design.
• Festivals.
• Museums.
• Publishing.

The following types of projects are eligible for support:

• Projects that will contribute to a dynamic, diverse and inclusive arts and
• culture sector.
• Projects that will improve the skills and/or livelihood opportunities of young artists.
• Projects that will promote a culture of peace and intercultural dialogue and exchange.
• Projects in the cultural and creative sectors that will directly benefit local
• artists in Tanzania and the industry as a whole.
• Projects that provide increased public exposure and markets of high-quality, contemporary work nationally, with potential for regional and international exposure. 
• Projects that involve or promote exchange and collaboration among artists and sector stakeholders.
• Projects that involve community collaborations involving professional artists to develop skills, public performances, exhibitions or participatory events.
• Projects that develop and deepen audience engagement with arts and culture in Tanzania.

The following are non-eligible for support:

• Travel or study for professional development.
• Costs not directly related to performing project work.
• Contingency, unforeseen, or miscellaneous costs or fees.
• Costs of work conducted before the announcement of the award.

Selection process

Selection will be based on:

• Quality and outreach of the proposal.
• Project's regional or national scope.

Funding

• The project's budget should be between 5 and 25 million Tanzanian shillings ($2 200 to $11 000). However, additional funding (self or co-funding) of at least 20% is required as a means to engage more partners and for smooth implementation and sustainability of the project.

Note:

• All projects must be completed by June 2021.
• Projects that engage women, youth and underserved communities will be prioritised.
• Applicants must be active in the cultural and creative sectors and able to demonstrate that they have the necessary experience and capacity to manage projects for the promotion of arts and culture in Tanzania.
• Applicants with no experience will undergo mentorship or incubation with experts at Nafasi Art Space before receiving funds.
• Preference will be given to applicants that are citizens of Tanzania, but open to residents and collaborations with international artists.
• All projects proposed to be funded have an implementation calendar of a maximum of nine months.
• Projects will be chosen for their artistic and creative content and their potential impact.

The application deadline is 25 September 2020. 

Interested applicants can access the application form here.

View the original call here.