Calling all artists and performers from racialised minoritised communities!
Are you an artist or performer from a racialised minoritised community living, working or studying on the island of Ireland?
Do you believe in the power of creativity to challenge stereotypes, break down barriers and bring people together?
Do you want to use your talent to inspire change and mentor others through intercultural dialogue?
What do we mean by “artist”?
We welcome all forms of artistic expression, including:
- Singing
- Instrumentalists
- Drama & Theatre
- Film & Cinematic Arts
- DJs & Music Production
- Poetry & Spoken Word
- Fashion & Design
- Rap & Contemporary Performance
If you create, perform, or express through art — this is for you.
About the Opportunity…
Through the Intercultural Cross-Border Inclusion Programme (ICIP), we are offering:
12 Cultural Diversity Champion Fellowship Awards
Each fellowship includes funding of up to €9,200 (£8,000) to support:
- Mentoring two community groups
- Delivering intercultural artistic engagement
- Covering your fees and related expenses
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking artists who: - Are passionate about diversity, equality, and peacebuilding?
- Have strong community engagement skills?
- Are committed to inclusion and intercultural dialogue?
- Can work collaboratively across communities and organisations?
This programme is designed to uplift and amplify the voices of racialised minoritised
people living, working and studying across the island of Ireland, creating meaningful
opportunities for connection, expression, and shared understanding.
Key Dates
- Deadline for Expressions of Interest: 20 May 2026
- Shortlisting & Award Decisions: by 1 June 2026
- Successful Applicants Notified: by 5 June 2026
- Fellowship Start Date: 15 June 2026
- First Showcase (Expected): 31 August 2026
Get Involved
If you’re ready to make a difference, inspire others and be part of something powerful, we want to hear from you!
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfgrrpfa2PIjK…/viewform
ICIP delivers community-led peacebuilding, inclusion, and integration across the island of Ireland.
Funded by the Special EU Programmes Body – SEUPB through the PEACEPLUS
Programme.
Led by the North West Migrants Forum in partnership with Donegal Intercultural
Platform, Rural Community Network, MSCNI and Irish Network Against Racism
(INAR).
