An AU–EU Youth Exchange for Young Refugee & Migrant Artivists (France & Uganda)

OPEN CALL OVERVIEW

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Are you a young artist, creative, or artivist aged 18-35 with a refugee or migrant background? Do you believe the arts can contribute to an advocacy narrative focused on refugee rights and migration policies?

Artivism Without Borders is looking for young participants based in Uganda and Île-de-France, France, to join an exciting AU–EU co-creative project.

The project brings together young artists, creatives, and artivists in a joint participatory arts process, creating opportunities to exchange ideas and experiences across continents. Participants will collaborate as equal partners to co-create artistic works that challenge stereotypes and promote more inclusive narratives around migration, identity, belonging, and social inclusion.

From September 2026 to May 2027, participants will engage in an ongoing process of co-creation through Artivism Labs, which combines workshops, peer learning, artistic collaboration, and public showcases.

Learn more about the Open Call Here

who can apply

We are looking for participants who:

– Are between 18 and 35 years old
– Live in Ile de France, or Kampala
– Have a migration background
– Are artists, creatives, or emerging artivists
– Have an interest in social justice, migration, inclusion, or community engagement
– Are excited to collaborate with young people from another country
– Are available to participate throughout the programme

what we support

We highly welcome artists and creatives from diverse artistic practices such as:

– Visual Arts
– Performance Arts
– Theatre
– Film & Digital Storytelling
– Fashion & Textile Arts

what to expect

Together, participants will:

– Exchange creative practices and experiences through art.
– Co-create artworks and exhibitions with participants from Uganda and France.
– Create art that challenges stereotypes and promotes inclusion.
– Join a global network of artists using Artivism for change.

APPLICATION

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The form will close once all places are filled. We recommend applying early!

APPLICATION FORM

Fill the Application Form

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OPEN CALL

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PARTNERSHIP

Artivism Without Borders is an international collaboration between KQ Hub Africa (Uganda), a creative organisation using media, arts, and culture to drive civic engagement and social change, and PLACE Network (France), which works to build more inclusive societies by centering the leadership, creativity, and expertise of people with migration backgrounds.

This project is co-funded by the AU-EU Youth Action Lab.