Laç(z)os Artísticos: 20 New Grants for Ibero-American Artists
A major initiative to foster creative exchange across the Portuguese-speaking and Ibero-American worlds is expanding. The Directorate-General for the Arts (DGArtes), alongside Camões, I.P., the Organization of Ibero-American States (OEI), and El Corte Inglés, has officially launched the second edition of the “Laç(z)os Artísticos” mobility scholarship program.
More Funding, More Opportunities
This year’s program sees a significant boost in resources, offering 20 artistic mobility scholarships—nearly double the 11 grants awarded during the inaugural edition. Each scholarship is valued at 2,250 euros and is open to residents or nationals of member states within the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) and Ibero-American nations.
The program aims to support creators working across a wide spectrum of disciplines, including visual arts, performing arts, street arts, and interdisciplinary projects. The grants are specifically designed to cover international travel expenses and essential health and travel insurance, allowing artists to bring their projects to life in new cultural contexts.
Special Focus on Youth and the CPLP
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the CPLP, this edition introduces three dedicated “CPLP Laç(z)os Artísticos Scholarships.” These grants are reserved for young artists aged 18 to 30 residing in Portuguese-speaking African countries (PALOP) and Timor-Leste who wish to develop their artistic work in Portugal.
How to Apply
Applications for the program are set to open on August 1st. Interested artists can find detailed information and submission guidelines through the official DGArtes communication channels.
The first edition of the program successfully bridged borders by funding 11 artists across six disciplines, including dance, circus, and photography. Participating artists hailed from Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Mozambique, and Portugal, with host countries ranging from Chile and Peru to Cape Verde and São Tomé and Príncipe. This second edition looks to build on that success, further strengthening the cultural ties between the Atlantic’s diverse creative communities.
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