YBB – Applications are now open for the Alexander Rave Foundation Fellowship 2027, a prestigious international fellowship program managed by the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa) in Germany. The program offers cultural professionals from OECD DAC-listed countries, including Indonesia, the opportunity to undertake a 3–6 month professional placement at a non-profit cultural institution in Germany.
The fellowship aims to strengthen international collaboration, promote knowledge exchange, and expand professional networks in the fields of cultural heritage, museums, archives, and collection management.
Quick Overview
- Program: Alexander Rave Foundation Fellowship 2027
- Host Country: Germany
- Organizer: Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa)
- Program Duration: 3–6 months
- Program Start: Earliest 1 February 2027
- Program End: No later than 31 December 2027
- Application Deadline: 30 June 2026
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About the Program
The Alexander Rave Foundation Fellowship 2027 is an international professional development program managed by the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa) in Germany. The fellowship is designed to strengthen international collaboration in the cultural sector by supporting professionals working in museums, archives, cultural heritage institutions, and related organizations.
Fellowship Benefits
Selected fellows will receive comprehensive financial support, including:
- Monthly living allowance of EUR 1,500
- Family allowance of EUR 250 per month for a spouse
- EUR 250 per month for each accompanying child
- Round-trip international airfare
- Visa costs
- Health insurance coverage for the fellow and accompanying family members
- Monthly public transportation pass in the host city
- Language course support of up to EUR 500
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a permanent resident of a country listed on the OECD DAC list, including Indonesia.
- Work as a curator, restorer/conservator, cultural mediator, educator, or cultural manager.
- Have professional experience working with cultural heritage, museum collections, archives, or documentary records within an institutional setting.
- Secure a non-commercial host institution in Germany, such as a museum, gallery, cultural institution, or research center.
- Develop a project proposal jointly with the host institution.
- Have completed higher education or relevant vocational training.
- Demonstrate strong English language proficiency. Knowledge of German is considered an advantage but is not mandatory.
- Be available to participate in the fellowship on-site in Germany for the full duration of the program.
- Not receive another fellowship or residency grant during the fellowship period.
- Agree to submit a final report upon completion of the program.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to prepare the following documents:
- Proof of the host institution’s legal non-profit or public status
- Invitation letter from the host institution in Germany
- Letter of recommendation
- Employment references demonstrating professional experience
- Contact information for the host institution
- Joint project proposal or concept note prepared with the host institution
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Application Process
The application process includes the following steps:
- Identify an eligible host institution in Germany.
- Develop a project concept together with the host institution.
- Prepare all required application documents.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all supporting documents before the application deadline.
- Await the selection results.
For detailed information: https://www.ifa.de/
Program Timeline
- Application Deadline: 30 June 2026
- Fellowship Period: 3–6 months
- Earliest Program Start: 1 February 2027
- Latest Program Completion: 31 December 2027
Conclusion
The Alexander Rave Foundation Fellowship 2027 provides an outstanding opportunity for cultural professionals to gain international experience, strengthen institutional partnerships, and contribute to the preservation and development of cultural heritage through collaboration with leading institutions in Germany.
Professionals working in museums, archives, galleries, and cultural organizations are encouraged to prepare their host institution partnership and project proposal early to maximize their chances of being selected for this highly competitive fellowship.
