Application Deadline: November 7th, 2022
The MuseumsLab is directed at museum professionals from Africa and Europe, and a pioneering knowledge-exchange programme for joint learning and continuing education concerning the future of museums on both continents.
TheMuseumsLab is a pioneering knowledge-exchange programme for joint learning and continuing education concerning the future of museums in Africa and Europe. As a platform for shared expertise and perspectives, TheMuseumsLab aims to build strong and lasting networks to not only change museums, but also to foster social change by addressing urgent issues such as social justice and climate change.
Requirements
- African und European Museum professionals who have at least two years experience of working in the museum, heritage, or art sector.
Professional competencies and experiences
- At least two years experience of working in the museum, heritage or art sector
- Focus on programme relevant topics
Professional qualification
- HEI degree in a museum, heritage, art related field
Potential of the applicant
- Motivation: professional and personal reasons for the participation in the programme
- Prospects: Significance of the participation in the programme for further professional and personal development
Commitment to the programme
- A prerequisite for the selection of a candidate is her/his/their binding commitment to participate in all phases of The MuseumsLab. The quality of the programme depends on fellows’ participation in all events and continuous work on topics across three modules and intense exchange, both among themselves and with the speakers and lecturers. Employer must provide of letter of consent and approved leave for training purpose.
It consists of a seminar (three modules), residencies at European and African partner museums] and a project phase.
It will start with an online phase (kick-off and module 1) in May 2023, continue with the first presence phase (module 2 in Berlin, residencies at European and African partner museums) in June 2023 and close with the second presence phase (module 3, project work in Addis Abeba) in September 2023.
Benefits
For the onsite phases the following programme-related costs will be covered by the DAAD:
- International and national transport
- Local public transport (also from and to airports onsite)
- Visa costs
- Health insurance (via DAAD group contract/reimbursement up to a certain amount)
- Accommodation
- Entrance fees (DAAD-organized programme slots)
- Daily allowance
The programme related travels and accommodations will also be organized and booked by the DAAD.
Timeline:
Programme activities will take place from May 2023 to November 2023.
- May 2023: Programme kick-off and seminar module 1 (1 day, 1 week, online)
- June/July 2023: Seminar module 2 and residencies (3 weeks, onsite Berlin/Europe/Africa)
- September 2023: Seminar module 3 and project work (2 weeks, onsite Addis Abeba)
- November 2023: Follow-Up (1 day, online)
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the MuseumsLab 2023 Funding Programme