Are you a visual artist or independent curator/observer seeking to contribute to raising awareness of the history of slavery, and would you like to develop a new project towards this aim? You may be eligible for the grant for the Awareness of the History of Slavery for individuals.

For what?

Visual artists may apply to realise an artistic plan that contributes to raising awareness of the history of slavery. Curators and observers may conduct preliminary research and develop and articulate perspectives and narratives that contribute to knowledge and awareness of the history of slavery. The grant is intended for the execution of a specific plan within a clearly defined working period.

How much?

The grant amount is determined per application. Applicants may request between € 20,000 and € 50,000 for a working period of a maximum of 12 months.

Application deadline?

16 July 2026

The Awareness of the History of Slavery grant comprises 2 trajectories: one for individuals (visual artists of curators/observers) and one for institutions.

3 March: consultation hours for Awareness of the History of Slavery

On 3 March from 16.00 to 17.00 (Netherlands time zone) / 11.00 to 12.00 (Caribbean time zone), there will be an online consultation hour for the Awareness of the History of Slavery grant.

During this session, we will provide more information about the grant, and there will be an opportunity to ask questions.

Language of the session: Dutch