The Archivi.ng Fellowship (₦500,000 + More)
Applications are now open for the Archivi.ng Fellowship. The Archivi.ng Fellowship is a multidisciplinary six-month programme designed to enhance the world’s understanding of Nigerian history in engaging and meaningful ways. Spun from the Archivist Newspaper, the fellowship aims to preserve history by digitising archival materials – currently newspapers and magazines – making them accessible and facilitating understanding for everyone. And also, to uncover stories and perspectives hidden in Nigeria’s archives. This call is for historians, ethnographers, journalists, artists, technologists, researchers, writers, filmmakers, content creators, and anyone interested in helping people understand Nigerian history.
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Eligibility For The Archivi.ng Fellowship
You can apply for the Archivi.ng program if you:
- Are curious about Nigerian history and care deeply about helping people understand it in new and interesting ways.
- Have a proven record of the successful production of knowledge work.
- Believe that your work contributes to the great body of knowledge that enhances the world’s understanding of Nigeria in new and interesting ways.
- Are resident in Nigeria.
- Do not have affiliations with any government-owned entities or political parties.
Requirements For The Archivi.ng Fellowship
Archivi.ng is seeking projects that:
- Align with their mission to make history accessible, focusing on discovering, understanding and promoting Nigerian historical perspectives.
- Make significant use of archival materials, either through analysis or re-interpretation.
- Offer unique perspectives, while delivering work that’s feasible within the fellowship’s six-month time frame.
- Have the potential to engage a broad or niche audience.
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Benefits
The Archivi.ng Fellowship offers:
- A monthly stipend of ₦500,000.
- Full access to Archivi.ng’s collections, online and offline.
- Personalised mentorship from experts.
- Publication and distribution of successful applicants’ work on Archivi.ng’s platform and other channels.
- Collaborative learning circles with fellow participants.
