Silvia Tennenbaum Scholarship

About the Open Call

The Silvia Tennenbaum Scholarship is aimed at authors, critics and artists whose practice is based on writing and who deal with the topics of anti-Semitism, remembrance culture and democracy. European applications are welcome and a very good knowledge of German is required. As part of the program, the scholarship holders implement a concrete project. This can be a publication, an exhibition or a film script. They also take part in internal and external events organized by the Hertie Foundation and participate in exchange formats with Frankfurt-based initiatives and organizations in the field. During the six-month fellowship, the fellows spend three months in Frankfurt. The periods of the residency can be chosen flexibly. The scholarship is awarded once a year. The decision on the awarding of the scholarship will be made by the end of October 2025. The start date of the scholarship can be chosen flexibly between January and June 2026. Criteria: Relevance – Is the chosen topic significant for the social debate? Does it shed light on new and relevant perspectives or aspects? Originality – Is the artistic approach original and creative? Does the intended form of realization fit the topic? Radiance – Does the planned project promise to have an impact on public perception and inspire other authors and artists?

What is Offered

The scholarship holders receive a monthly grant of 2,000 euros for six months and a rent subsidy of 2,500 euros for three months in Frankfurt.

Requirements

Applicants must be authors, critics or artists whose practice is based on writing and who deal with the topics of anti-Semitism, remembrance culture and democracy. European applications are welcome and a very good knowledge of German is required.

How to Apply

Please submit your application by 30 September 2025 via e-mail to the following address: Silvia-Tennenbaum-Stipendium@ghst.de. The following documents must be submitted: curriculum vitae, project outline, publication list.