Curatorial / Collective Proposal for an Exhibition in Yerevan
Institution: Goethe-Institut Armenia & EU Delegation to Armenia
Deadline: May 29, 2026
Location: Yerevan, Armenia
The Goethe-Institut Armenia, in cooperation with the EU Delegation to Armenia, announces an open call for curatorial and collective proposals for an exhibition to be realized in November 2026 in Yerevan within the framework of the EU cultural program. The program invites curators, artists, artist collectives, and cultural initiatives to propose an exhibition project that reflects on some of the most pressing questions shaping contemporary societies today.
Conceptual Framework (Interdependent Futures)
Across the world, societies are facing multiple and interconnected challenges: climate change and environmental transformation, ongoing conflicts and their social consequences, and continuing struggles for equality and social justice. These realities affect everyday life, reshape political and social environments, and influence how communities imagine the future.
- Climate change and ecological transformation
- Feminist perspectives and practices of care
- Anti-war positions, peace-building, and the impact of conflict
- Solidarity, coexistence, and collective futures
Proposals may focus on one or several of these themes, explore connections between them, or introduce new perspectives addressing urgent contemporary realities. The call particularly welcomes collective approaches and collaborative formats, as well as projects that encourage dialogue across disciplines, communities, and geographic contexts.
Eligibility
- Individual curators
- Artists with a curatorial proposal
- Artist collectives
- Curatorial groups
- Cultural organizations or initiatives
International collaborations are strongly encouraged, especially projects involving participants from Armenia and European countries.
Responsibilities of Selected Applicants
- Developing the curatorial concept and exhibition structure
- Identifying and coordinating participating artists
- Working in collaboration with the organizers on the production and realization of the exhibition
Further organizational and production details will be discussed with the selected applicant(s).
Application
- Curatorial concept (max. 2–3 pages)
- Preliminary list of participating artists or contributors (if applicable)
- Description of the proposed format
- Short biographies/CVs of the applicant(s)
- Portfolio or references of previous relevant projects
- Preliminary budget outline
Timeline
- Deadline for applications: May 29, 2026
- Notification of results: June 5, 2026
- Exhibition realization: November 2026
Submission
Applications should be sent to: Eva.khachatryan.extern@goethe.de
