The Association Vers le Sud pour l’Éducation et la Culture (Towards the South for Education and Culture) is launching a call for applications for photographers residing in Haiti. This rare opportunity combines an artistic residency, immersion in the heart of Macaya National Park, and the transmission of knowledge to the younger generation as part of its “Special Photographic Residency in Macaya National Park” project.

Supported by the REVIV program, funded by the European Union and managed by the Knowledge and Freedom Foundation (FOKAL), this initiative aims to make photography a powerful tool for cultural development and environmental awareness. The selected photographer will be hosted in residence at Camp-Perrin from September 14 to October 14, 2026, with a residency grant of US$1,000.

The residency includes:

- Accommodation at Camp-Perrin;

- A residency grant of US$1,000 (or its equivalent in Gourdes) to cover living expenses;

- Coverage of professional travel related to the mission;

- Round-trip transportation from the city of residence (by plane if necessary).

Resident's Responsibilities:

The selected photographer will be responsible for:

- Conducting a photographic immersion in Macaya National Park;

- Leading photography workshops in local schools and cultural centers;

- Conducting a workshop for approximately ten young photographers from the cities of Les Cayes and Camp-Perrin.

At the end of this workshop, two participants will be selected to accompany the resident artist on their photographic mission to Macaya National Park.

Artistic Presentation: This residency will culminate in a photographic exhibition focusing on three themes:

1) The beauty and uniqueness of Macaya National Park; 2) Its ecological vulnerability; and 3) The lives of the surrounding communities.

The exhibition will be inaugurated in Les Cayes or Camp-Perrin and will be open to the public and schools.

Eligibility Requirements (male and female):

- Be of Haitian nationality;

- Reside and work in Haiti; - Demonstrate professional experience in photography;

- Be fully available for the duration of the residency.

Application File :

- A curriculum vitae;

- A cover letter (maximum 1 page);

- An art portfolio (maximum 10 to 20 photos);

- Documents attesting to professional experience.

Selection Criteria :

- Artistic quality of the portfolio;

- Professional experience;

- Ability to communicate and lead;

- Relevance of motivation;

- Sensitivity to environmental and community issues.

Application Procedure:

Applications must be sent by email to: lesresidencesverslesud@gmail.com

Application Deadline: June 30, 2026 at midnight

Announcement of Results: July 31

Start of Residency: September 14, 2026

End of Residency: October 14, 2026

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