State of the ART(ist) is aimed at creatives living at risk to provide concrete financial support and visibility to artists living in oppressed political systems.

But it also wants to take the urgency of the drastic situation for artists in many countries to ask the global question of where political influence and aggression are preventing artists from taking their role for and in society. In addition, the Digital Deal Award will be presented, recognising art projects that specifically address the nondemocratic use of technology or attempts to undermine its use and stand up for freedom of expression.

Final submission deadline: May 20th, 2024.

Details here.