LSE FLIA Creatives in Residence Programme
Applications are open for the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa Creatives in Residence Programme at the London School of Economics, offering a one-year affiliation for African creatives.
Overview
The Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa (FLIA) Creatives in Residence Programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) connects Africa's creative industries with academic research. The residency offers selected creatives an initial one-year affiliation with the possibility of renewal, allowing them to collaborate with scholars, translate complex social-science research into engaging public forms, and participate in the Institute's intellectual community.
Eligibility
- Be of African nationality or African descent.
- Demonstrate an established creative practice or track record of creativity and leadership.
- Be able to spend time in London to integrate into FLIA's intellectual community.
- No specific academic degree is required.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Benefits
- Affiliation with a leading Africa-focused institute at LSE.
- Opportunities to collaborate with academics, researchers, students, and policy specialists.
- Platform to develop creative responses to social-science questions and contribute to public conversations.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit previous examples of their work, a project proposal, and a summary of anticipated outputs. Applications should be sent directly via email to Mark Briggs at the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa.
Deadline
The application deadline is 7 October 2026.