TheSafe Haven Fellowshipaims to protect and support academics, artists, writers, and journalists whose work has been hindered or endangered due to war, conflict, or suppression by state or non-state actors. This fellowship offers temporary relocation to NIAS in Amsterdam for a period of five months, allowing fellows to continue their academic or creative projects in safety and freedom.
Safe Haven Fellowship Details
- Funding Institutions:University of Amsterdam (UvA) and Maastricht University (UM).
- Fellowship Duration: 5 months (September–January or February–June).
- Fellowship Location: NIAS Amsterdam.
- Funding Type:Fully Funded.
- Application Deadline:December 31, 2025, 11:59 PM.
Who Can Apply?
- Researchers and Academics: At least three years of research experience post-PhD if submitting a scientific project.
- Artists, Writers, Journalists: A PhD is not required if the proposal is artistic or journalistic in nature.
- Project proposals must fall within thehumanities or social sciences.
- Agood command of Englishis necessary for effective participation in the NIAS community.
- Applicants must beat risk or unable to continue their workdue to war or conflict.
- Applicants affiliated with institutionsboycotted by the Dutch governmentare not eligible.
Benefits
- €3,500 monthly stipendthroughout the fellowship.
- Fully equipped office spaceat NIAS with access to academic resources.
- Subsidized accommodation or commuting allowancewithin Amsterdam.
- Full travel reimbursementfor one round-trip journey.
- Networking and interdisciplinary collaborationwith international researchers, artists, and journalists.
- Participation inNIAS community events, skill workshops, and shared lunches.
Evaluation Criteria
- Clarity of the project theme and research/creative question.
- Academic, societal, or cultural relevance of the project.
- Sound methodology and problem identification.
- Realistic and feasible timeline.
- Expected project outcomes.
- Value of NIAS environment for the project and fellow.
- Fellow’s potential contribution to NIAS and its community.
Important Notes
- This is atemporary fellowshipand does not offer long-term residence in the Netherlands.
- Visa arrangements are solely the responsibility of the fellow. NIAS only provides an official invitation letter.
How to Apply
- Online Application Form: Submit a completed form through the NIASonline platform.
- Project Proposal (max. 1,000 words):
- Clear research or creative question.
- Justification of academic, societal, cultural, or artistic relevance.
- Clear methodology and realistic timeline.
- Motivation Statement (max. 150 words):
- Why NIAS?
- Why you were forced to stop or leave your work (if applicable)?
- Ensureall documentsare submitted before the deadline mentioned on the website.