About the Open Call

In response to the enormous disruptions facing the Palestinian art and cultural scene, now besieged in an unacceptable and inhumane attack on its identity and existence, marked by the suspension of activities, deteriorating security, and economic pressure, TEJA will expand its residency program in 2026, following the success of the Palestinian artist residencies in 2023, 2024, and 2025. This year, TEJA will host three new three-month residencies dedicated to supporting artists and cultural professionals based in the West Bank and Jerusalem. In addition, in the second half of the year, TEJA will host three further residencies for Gazan artists, offered by invitation only (since Spain cannot facilitate evacuations from Gaza, these invitations will be coordinated through France). These residencies aim to provide a stable and creative environment and foster artistic exchange in the face of current adversity. With these new residencies, TEJA reaffirms its commitment to amplifying Palestinian voices and empowering artists in these turbulent times. HOST SPACES PROFILE: La Escocesa (Barcelona), hablarenarte / Planta Alta (Madrid), Espositivo (Madrid), Institute for Postnatural Studies (Madrid), Casa Árabe (Córdoba). SELECTION CRITERIA: Selection will be made by the TEJA network in close collaboration with each host partner, prioritizing first the artist’s personal and professional circumstances and then their suitability for the practices and themes of the host spaces. AGREEMENTS: TEJA COMMITS TO: Covering visa and insurance costs, as well as providing legal and financial assistance from Spain, to the extent possible, before the resident’s arrival. Covering round-trip travel expenses from Palestine to Madrid, Barcelona, ​​or Córdoba. (Please specify in your application the airport from which you will fly and if you have any special transportation needs.) Providing accommodation and workspace in the assigned city. Offering creative and curatorial support during the residency. Providing legal and psychological counseling. Offering financial support that includes: Stipend: €1,300 per month (paid monthly). Production expenses: up to €1,000 per residency. THE RESIDENT COMMITS TO: Residents must ensure they are present at their chosen residency space at least 80% of the time. Producing new works or projects is not mandatory; The residency is designed to be a space for reflection, practice, and connection with new audiences and local art scenes. Residents will be encouraged to participate in the residency’s programming and activities. The residency program requires all participating residents to return to their home country upon completion of their residency. They will be able to issue an invoice and receive their fee in their bank accounts.

What is Offered

Stipend of €1,300 per month, up to €1,000 for production expenses, accommodation and workspace, creative and curatorial support, legal and psychological counseling, visa and insurance costs, and round-trip travel expenses from Palestine to Spain.

Requirements

Applicants must be artists or cultural professionals residing in the West Bank or Jerusalem. Speaking English or Spanish is required. Applicants must be 18 years and older.

How to Apply

Apply by submitting a proposal through the provided inscription link: https://www.hablarenarte.com/convocatorias/convocatoria/emergency-residencies-programme-for-artists-and-cultural-practitioners-living-in-palestine-2026-EN/