Introduction
Curatorial Intensive South Asia (CISA) is an initiative by Khoj International Artists’ Association and Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan. It targets young curators from South Asia. This fully-funded fellowship focuses on curatorial practices relevant to South Asian visual arts.
Program Details
CISA aims to diversify perspectives on exhibitions and provides a structured yet experimental inquiry into curatorial practices today. Khoj and Goethe-Institut invite early to mid-career curators to apply for the sixth edition of the CISA program, now reimagined as a month-long, in-situ research residency at Khoj Studios in New Delhi, India.
Opportunity Structure
The residency consists of two phases:
- Phase I (15 Sept – 15 Oct): Focuses on research, mentoring, and project development. Curators will work closely with the Khoj team and mentors to develop their curatorial projects. Activities include seminars, museum visits, and studio visits.
- Phase II (March or April, 2025): Curators will execute their projects in Delhi with public programming and activations.
Support and Funding
The program covers travel, living expenses, and a production budget of up to 1 lakh Rupees for project realization. Participants will receive a daily allowance for food and local travel, along with accommodation at Khoj.
Application Process
Open for Applications:
- Deadline: May 19, 2024
- Application: To apply, fill out the provided application form.
Key Dates
From September 15, 2024, to October 15, 2024, at Khoj Studios, New Delhi, this fellowship lasts for 4 weeks and concludes with a showcase event.
Eligibility and Requirements
Applicants from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bhutan, Afghanistan, and Iran are invited to apply. All application documents must be submitted in English.
