Jerusalem Creative Spaces is an arts residency programme hosted by the British Council in Jerusalem, dedicated to supporting Palestinian artists, collectives, cultural organisations and practitioners, as part of our ongoing commitment to the cultural sector and our role in the preservation of Palestinian heritage. In response to the increasing pressures facing the Palestinian artistic and cultural sector in Jerusalem and beyond, as well as the limited spaces available for arts in the city, the residency provides both a physical workspace and a production grant to enable creative development and collaborations.
Launched in 2021, the initiative began by opening the four classrooms of our former teaching centre in the back office for the arts through an open call. Since then, what started as a pilot has grown into an arts residency programme that offers access to a space that welcomes artists and support their artistic production, collaboration, and public engagement across a wide range of disciplines. During the past 3 rounds, we supported 13 projects including 7 Individuals, 3 Collectives, and 2 Organisations across various art forms, engaging 100+ artists and reaching thousands in Jerusalem, the UK and internationally
Building on a fruitful three-year journey, Jerusalem Creative Spaces returns with a new round and new opportunities. The programme is introducing a joint residency in collaboration with Wonder Cabinet in Bethlehem and internationally acclaimed Assemble Collective (UK). This new partnership reflects our continued efforts to expand our scope and connect artists and creatives across Palestinian cities, with the UK and internationally. The new call for applications is now open. If you're interested in applying, please refer to the PDF below for eligibility criteria and application guidelines. Deadline for applications: 15 June.