Safe Haven Fellowship 2025 in the Netherlands — A Lifeline for Scholars, Writers & Journalists at Risk
Are you or someone you know at risk due to conflict, political unrest, or war?
The Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study (NIAS) has opened applications for its prestigious Safe Haven Fellowship 2025, offering scholars, journalists, writers, and artists a chance to continue their work safely in Amsterdam.
🛡️ What is the Safe Haven Fellowship?
The Safe Haven Fellowship is a 5-month residency programme that provides temporary relocation for early- to mid-career professionals whose freedom of thought, speech, or creativity is under threat.
It aims to safeguard academic freedom and support creative expression for those forced to flee or work under restrictions due to war, conflict, or political repression.
Backed by respected partners like the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and Maastricht University (UM), this fellowship highlights the Netherlands’ strong commitment to freedom of thought and academic solidarity.
🎓 What Do Fellows Get?
Selected fellows will receive:
✅ €3,500 monthly stipend (for 5 months)
✅ Subsidized accommodation in Amsterdam
✅ Travel costs covered (outward and return)
✅ Office space and research facilities
✅ Daily communal lunch
✅ Full access to NIAS’s vibrant academic and cultural community
Important: NIAS provides a letter of invitation, but visa arrangements are the fellow’s responsibility.
🗓️ Fellowship Periods
You can apply for two possible cycles:
✅ Who Can Apply?
The Safe Haven Fellowship is open to:
✔️ Scholars (with at least 3 years of post-PhD research experience)
✔️ Writers
✔️ Journalists
✔️ Artists
Good to know:
📌 How to Apply
If you meet the criteria, this fellowship could be a vital lifeline to continue your work safely.
🔗 Apply here: Safe Haven Fellowship for Scholars at Risk
✊ Final Words
If your freedom to think, write, create, or report has been silenced, don’t wait. Share this life-changing opportunity with those who need it most — and help protect intellectual freedom worldwide.
