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AHL – Chun Family Foundation Curatorial Fellowship 

Overview

The AHL–Chun Family Foundation Curatorial Fellowship is year-long fellowship programs that provide a $3,000 stipend and hands-on curatorial experiences to emerging curators of Korean heritage. This program supports the AHL Foundation’s goal of encouraging both curatorial research of Korean contemporary art and greater diversity within the curatorial field.

The AHL Curatorial Fellow will be provided the opportunity to gain hands-on curatorial experience as they assist with the AHL Foundation’s exhibitions over the duration of the fellowship period. Undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in accredited academic programs are also welcome to apply.

About

The Chun Family Foundation Scholarship was founded by businessman Chun Myung-guk in 2007 and has awarded scholarships to Korean students every year. Chairman Chun Myung-guk is actively engaged in volunteer work throughout the Korean community as well as scholarship projects to support students. Established in 2017 with special support from the Chun Family Foundation Scholarship Committee, The AHL Foundation’s Curatorial Fellowship Program aims to foster and support Korean contemporary art curators during the early stages of their careers.

  • Application Period: June 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023 (11:59PM EDT)
  • Notification of Result: July 3, 2023

Eligibility & Requirements 

  • Must be of Korean heritage.
  • Must be able to commit to a one-year fellowship appointment starting September 2023.
  • Fellowship recipient must attend the Chun Family Foundation’s Awards Ceremony and AHL Foundation’s Awards Ceremony to receive the award
  • A selected curatorial fellow will need to submit a short essay. The topic will be notified. 
  • Must have authorized working status in the United States.
  • Preference is given to applicants who live and work in (or near) New York City.

Awards

  • $3,000 stipend
  • 1-year fellowship at AHL Foundation

*Please note that travel and other costs for the award ceremony will not be supported or reimbursed.

Application Requirements

  • Cover letter stating interest in the curatorial fellowship position
  • Full curriculum vitae of education, professional experience, honors, awards, and publications
  • Contact information for two professional references
  • One writing sample (in English)