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African Female Artist Mentorship Program 2026–2027
A mentoring programme that pairs emerging African women artists with experienced mentors. It helps artists grow their practice and careers.
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Last verified 27 Sep 2026
Who it’s for
- Women artists aged 19–40
- African nationals, including Nigerians
- Early-career artists not enrolled in tertiary study
- Painters, sculptors, textile and ceramic artists, printmakers
What you get
Three months (January–March) of free one-on-one and group mentoring.
Requirements
- Letter of application, max 2 pages
- Reference from an established artist or curator
- Website link or CV (max 2 pages)
How to apply
- Write a letter (max 2 pages) on your practice and goals
- Prepare 10 JPEG images or short videos with a captioned list
- Get a reference letter from an artist or curator
- Email everything to gcaf@girlchildart.org before 30 October 2026
Timeline
- Closes30 Oct
Tips from past applicants
Choose your strongest, most consistent 10 works and label each clearly.
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