We are excited to announce the launch of The Archivi.ng Fellowship, a multidisciplinary six-month program designed to deepen the world’s understanding of Nigerian history through creative and meaningful approaches.
Despite Nigeria’s rich heritage, much of its history remains hidden, underutilized, and inaccessible for public engagement. Archivi.ng, are committed to preserving this history by digitizing archival materials—primarily newspapers and magazines—and making them widely accessible. We ask ourselves: What untold stories and perspectives are waiting to be uncovered in Nigeria’s archives?
Since launching our first set of digitized newspapers a year ago, our mission has expanded beyond discovery to helping people interpret and make sense of history. This led to the creation of The Archivist, and now, the Archivi.ng Fellowship, which takes this mission forward by collaborating with passionate, talented individuals.
This fellowship seeks to answer an exciting question: What happens when we unleash a group of creative minds on Nigeria’s archives and challenge them to produce fresh, innovative work?
We are seeking ambitious projects that:
- Align with our mission of making Nigerian history accessible, with a focus on uncovering and promoting historical perspectives.
- Make significant use of archival materials, whether through analysis, re-interpretation, or creative storytelling.
- Present unique, insightful perspectives that can be completed within the six-month fellowship.
- Have the potential to engage either a broad or niche audience.
Who Should Apply? We’re looking for historians, ethnographers, journalists, artists, technologists, researchers, writers, filmmakers, content creators, and anyone passionate about helping people understand Nigerian history in new and engaging ways.
Apply if you:
- Are curious about Nigerian history and want to help others understand it in innovative ways.
- Have a proven track record of producing successful knowledge work.
- Believe that your work can contribute to a greater understanding of Nigeria’s historical landscape.
- Are based in Nigeria.
- Have no affiliations with government entities or political parties.
Fellowship Benefits:
- A monthly stipend of ₦500,000 to support your work and logistics.
- Full access to Archivi.ng’s online and offline archival collections.
- Personalized mentorship from experts in your field.
- Publication and distribution of your work on Archivi.ng’s platform and other media channels.
- Collaborative learning sessions with fellow participants.
How to Apply: Applications for The Archivi.ng Fellowship open on September 10, 2024, and close at 11:59 pm WAT on October 10, 2024. [Click here to apply]
Fellowship Timeline:
- Program duration: November 2024 – April 2025.
Selection Process: The selection will be conducted in two stages:
- Initial Screening: Projects will be reviewed for eligibility, alignment with our mission, and feasibility within the six-month timeframe.
- Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed to assess their experience, project proposals, commitment, and the viability of their work.
