The NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship 2025 is a program by the Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study that helps scholars, journalists, artists and writers who are in danger because of conflicts wars or political pressure. It offers a 5-month stay in Amsterdam so they can work safely in a supportive environment. The fellowship is for early to mid-career professionals who cannot continue their work due to unsafe conditions. The University of Amsterdam and Maastricht University are partners showing their support for academic freedom. People linked to institutions boycotted by the Dutch state cannot apply.
Keypoints:
- 5-month safe relocation to Amsterdam
- Supports academic and creative freedom
- For professionals at risk due to war or unrest
- Partnered with UvA and UM
- No ties to boycotted groups allowed
Safe Haven Fellowship 2025 Summary
| Fellowship In | Netherlands |
| Available For | Internatinals |
| Fellowship Type | Fully Funded |
| Last date to Apply | December 2025 |
Fellowship Benefits
- Office space + research access
- Community lunch + academic interaction
- €3,500 monthly stipend
- Subsidized housing
- Travel reimbursement
NIAS Fellowship 2025-2026 Application Periods
Option 1 – Fall Program
- Starts September 2025
- Ends January 2026
Option 2 – Spring Program
- Begins February 2026
- Finishes June 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- For Researchers:
- Must have a PhD.
- At least 3 years of experience after PhD when applying.
- For Artists & Journalists:
- PhD not required.
- Can show professional experience or strong project background instead.
- Project Rules: Must be in humanities or social sciences.
- Language Skills: Must be fluent in English to join discussions and get feedback.
Required Documents
- Complete online application form
- Project description (max 1000 words)
- Fellowship motivation statement (max 150 words)
- Explanation of workplace displacement (if applicable)
How to Apply? Safe Haven Fellowship 2025-2026
Interested applicants can apply online for the NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship program. The online application portal is available on the official website. Link is given below.