Who can apply to Write Over Here: Indigenous Futurism Residency 2027?

Open to Indigenous screenwriters at various career stages, applying individually or with a collaborator. Applicants must have written at least one script or have an educational background in film/screenwriting, be adapting a novel, short story, or play for screen, and be 18+ years old. Participants must be available for the entire program duration.

When is the application deadline?

The deadline is 23 September 2026.

Is there an application fee?

Application fee: $35 for applicants who identify as Indigenous.

Residency

Write Over Here: Indigenous Futurism Residency 2027

Banff Centre for Arts & Creativity

Deadline: Sep 23
Award: Scholarship covering 100% of total fee, meal plan, and accommodation costs for all Indigenous arts participants; food stipend provided; 24/7 access to personal studio space
Entry fee: $35 for applicants who identify as Indigenous
Eligibility: Open to Indigenous screenwriters at various career stages, applying individually or with a collaborator. Applicants must have written at least one script or have an educational background in film/screenwriting, be adapting a novel, short story, or play for screen, and be 18+ years old. Participants must be available for the entire program duration.

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The 'Write Over Here: Indigenous Futurism' residency supports Indigenous screenwriters in adapting their work for film and television, focusing on futurism themes. The program includes faculty-led workshops, one-on-one feedback, and team bonding, alongside self-directed writing in personal studios. Participants will enhance screenwriting skills, network, and engage in culturally informed creative practices. All Indigenous arts participants receive a scholarship covering 100% of the total fee, meal plan, and accommodation. The residency encourages cross-disciplinary learning and exchange with concurrent Literary Arts and Visual Arts programs.

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Who can apply to Write Over Here: Indigenous Futurism Residency 2027?: Open to Indigenous screenwriters at various career stages, applying individually or with a collaborator. Applicants must have written at least one script or have an educational background in film/screenwriting, be adapting a novel, short story, or play for screen, and be 18+ years old. Participants must be available for the entire program duration.
What does Write Over Here: Indigenous Futurism Residency 2027 offer?: Scholarship covering 100% of total fee, meal plan, and accommodation costs for all Indigenous arts participants; food stipend provided; 24/7 access to personal studio space
When is the application deadline?: The deadline is 23 September 2026.
Is there an application fee?: Application fee: $35 for applicants who identify as Indigenous.

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