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Program Overview
The Cultural Heritage Research Fellowship supports emerging and established scholars in conducting original research on Congolese cultural heritage. Fellows receive a stipend, access to extensive archives, and mentorship from leading academics in African studies. Research topics include art, music, oral traditions, linguistic diversity, and historical documentation. Published works are featured in our annual Congolese Heritage Journal and presented at our Cultural Heritage Symposium.
What You'll Learn
Research stipend covering living expenses
Access to digital and physical archive collections
Monthly mentorship sessions with academic advisors
Publication opportunity in the Congolese Heritage Journal
Invitation to present at the annual Cultural Heritage Symposium
Networking with peers and established researchers worldwide
Requirements
- Graduate-level academic standing or equivalent experience
- A detailed research proposal (2,000–3,000 words)
- Two academic references
- Proficiency in English or French; Lingala or Swahili is a plus
Instructors
Prof. Jean-Baptiste Kalala
Academic Director
Professor of African Studies at Howard University with extensive published work on Congolese cultural traditions and post-colonial identity.