Khatwa Micro Residency

Khatwa Micro Residency

421 Arts Campus x FiA Institute for Inclusion and Accessibility

Khatwa is the first micro residency of its kind in the region, supporting People of Determination in building a professional studio practice.

What residents receive

• A dedicated studio workspace at 421 Arts Campus
• Three mentorship cycles with a matched mentor
• An AED 5,000 stipend for transport, materials, equipment, production, and other residency-related expenses
• Support to develop and present a public programme in January 2027

Programme dates

• Application deadline : 25 June 2026
• Orientation at 421 Arts Campus : 2 July 2026
• Residency period : October to December 2026
• Open Studios : 16 January 2027

For more information or requests contact the FiA Institute team : inbox@fia-institute.org
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Many thanks for your interest in the Khatwa program and for sharing your portfolio with us.

What happens next?

The program partners will review all applications and inform applicants of the outcome on 30 June 2026.

Wishing you all the best.

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