Support for Artistic Creation - Haiti
UNESCO funding up to US$8,000 for artists and cultural projects in Haiti affected by security crisis. Apply by March 20, 2026.
The UNESCO Office in Haiti has officially launched the project 'Support for Artistic Creation, the Resumption of Cultural Events, and Access to Cultural Life in Haiti in the Face of the Security Crisis.' This initiative is implemented with support from the UNESCO Emergency Fund for Cultural Heritage and aims to support cultural actors severely impacted by the ongoing security crisis in Haiti.
The project specifically targets individual artists including musicians, actors, visual artists, and writers, as well as creative collectives, cultural operators, performing arts technicians, and cultural mediators. Primary beneficiaries will be identified in areas most affected by insecurity, particularly in Port-au-Prince and the West region.
The opportunity comprises two main components. The first component provides funding to support the implementation of cultural projects led by artists, collectives, operators, or local cultural organizations that address needs for expression, resilience, and social mobilization in crisis-affected areas. Artists can receive up to US$8,000 for their artistic creation projects and cultural events.
The second component is a comprehensive training program focused on project management in crisis situations. Structured around interactive modules, this training enables participants to strengthen skills in strategic planning, risk assessment, resource mobilization, and communication in emergency situations. This professional development opportunity is valuable for cultural actors seeking to build capacity while contributing to cultural resilience.
Through this project, UNESCO reaffirms its commitment to cultural resilience in Haiti and its ongoing support for creators, institutions, and communities that play a vital role in preserving and sustaining the country's cultural life.