The Africa Institute, Global Studies University, in collaboration with the Open Society Foundations, announces its annual fellowship program themed, “Restitution and Reparation: Africa and the Post-Colonial Condition.” The program will convene scholars or practitioners interested in restitution and repatriation issues related to African art and artefacts. By fostering dialogue and research, the fellowship aims to shed light on this critical issue and contribute to meaningful progress in returning looted artefacts to their rightful homes in Africa.
The Africa Institute at Global Studies University is pleased to announce its annual fellowship program, organised in collaboration with the Open Society Foundations, under the theme “Restitution and Reparation: Africa and the Post-Colonial Condition.” This initiative supports scholars and practitioners working on issues related to the restitution and repatriation of African art and artefacts.
This fellowship program aligns with The Africa Institute’s broader mission to foster critical thinking and dialogue around African and African diaspora studies. By bringing diverse voices and perspectives together, the program promises to advance crucial conversations about cultural heritage, historical accountability, and the path toward a more just future.
The program will run over three academic semesters, beginning September 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2026. The fellowship program aims to host three expert fellows at different stages in their careers over a year-and-a-half period (Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Fall 2026).
