2025 NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship
- Omran Aburayya
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
The Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study (NIAS) invites applications for the 2025 Safe Haven Fellowship, a program designed to support scholars, writers, artists, and journalists who are unable to continue their work due to conflict or war. This fellowship offers a five-month residency in Amsterdam, providing a conducive environment for uninterrupted research and creative endeavors.
📝 Fellowship Details
Duration: Five months, with sessions from September to January or February to June.
Stipend: €2,500 per month.
Benefits:
- Subsidized accommodation in Amsterdam.
- Office space and access to research facilities.
- Communal lunches and participation in the NIAS academic community.
- Reimbursement for travel to and from Amsterdam.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Academic and Professional Background: For scientific proposals: Minimum of three years of research experience post-PhD: For artistic or journalistic proposals: A PhD is not mandatory; relevant professional experience is considered.
Project Scope: Proposals should align with the humanities and/or social sciences.
Language Proficiency: Applicants must have a good command of English to engage effectively with the NIAS community.
Institutional Affiliation: Applicants should not be affiliated with institutions boycotted by the Dutch state.
📝 Application Process
Required Documents:
A detailed project proposal (maximum 1,000 words) outlining the research topic, relevance, methodology, and expected outcomes.
A motivation statement (maximum 150 words) explaining the necessity of the fellowship and circumstances leading to the application.
An updated CV (maximum two pages).
Submission:
Applications must be submitted through the NIAS online application portal.
Review Process:
Applications are evaluated based on the clarity and relevance of the project, feasibility, and the applicant's potential contribution to the NIAS community.
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