HIAP – Helsinki International Artist Programmeresidency
Open Call for Ukrainian and Ukraine-based artists in Finland 2027
artgoat.comResidencyMultidisciplinary
Travel coveredHousing: Free living and working spaceFamily-friendly
- Who Can Apply: Professional Ukrainian or Ukraine-based artists and arts practitioners affected by the war may apply across all disciplines. Ukrainian artists living outside Ukraine are also eligible.
- The Focus: Residencies lasting one to three months take place across the Finnish partner network between January and July 2027, with possible extensions and some family accommodation.
- The Funding: Residents receive a EUR 1,200 monthly working grant, free living and working space, and one return trip. A small access budget is available for disabled artists.
- Key Requirements: Online application form with a professional background statement (up to 250 words / 2 minutes), a brief description of your current situation (up to 250 words / 2 minutes), and a portfolio / examples of previous work (max 10 pages / 5 minutes) provided as an external link; application language is English.
DeadlineMonday, November 2, 2026
StipendWorking grant of €1200 per month
Duration1 – 3 months with the possibility of extension
Program datesJanuary – July 2027
LocationHelsinki
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesAll Stages
Application notesApply in English through the online form; email applications are not accepted. Submit a professional background statement and a current-situation statement (each up to 250 words or two minutes), plus an unrestricted portfolio link (maximum ten pages or five minutes). Select preferred residency length and location. Audio/video responses must be single continuous takes without edits or added effects; use MP4/MOV or MP3/WAV and state your name and proposal title. Access requirements and an optional Access Rider are confidential and excluded from jury assessment.
Contactoffice@hiap.fi
HIAP – Helsinki International Artist Programme
Organization based in Helsinki