Villa Aurora & Thomas Mann House e.V.
Villa Aurora's purpose as a European-American Foundation is to foster an understanding of current European and American developments in the arts and literature. The house is a meeting place for intellectuals and artists from both Europe and the United States, a venue for the lively exchange of ideas in the fields of literature, art, culture, academia, and politics.
The Political Mandate of the Arts
The freedom of art is one of the imperatives of every democracy. But what is the role of art when democracies come under pressure? Against this background, is it legitimate to speak about a political mandate of the arts? On which social issues can artists and cultural workers give new impulses?
Junior Fellowships are aimed at people who are at the beginning of their career. Applicants must already have their first publications and public visibility (e.g. in the form of public readings, lectures, participation in conferences, etc.).
Senior Fellowships are aimed at renowned experts who enjoy international recognition in their field. Applicants must already have extensive publications and broad public visibility (e.g., in the form of numerous publications, awards, invitations to public presentations, and relevant media coverage).
Fellowships are awarded for at least 3 and no more than 10 months.
Villa Aurora & Thomas Mann House e.V. will determine the length and timing of each individual stay after a careful review and coordination of all fellows’ requests.
Staff will assist fellows with the implementation of their projects, corresponding research, networking with partners and institutions in the United States as well as presentations, such as lectures, workshops, and readings.
Requirements
- Proven competence with regard to current issues in the field of culture, politics, economics, media and/or science (a letter of recommendation as evidence is to be submitted in German and English)
- Intellectual curiosity, interest in foreign disciplines, and willingness to engage in conversation beyond one's own discipline
- A very good knowledge of English, which enables oral and written exchange in the host country
- Living and working in Germany or proof of previous long-term residence in Germany (the possession of German citizenship is not required)
- Valid health and liability insurance for the USA
- Existing contacts with U.S. partners and institutions (desirable)
Individual apartments