Deadline: 11-Jun-2026
The Award for Older Traveller Artist is inviting applications to support and recognise older Traveller artists in Ireland through a €1,000 award aimed at encouraging Traveller cultural creativity and artistic practice.
The initiative is delivered in association with Age & Opportunity and Pavee Point Traveller & Roma Centre to promote the visibility and contribution of Traveller culture within Irish society.
Focus Areas
The award supports:
- Contemporary Traveller culture
- Artistic development within the Traveller community
- Cultural visibility and recognition
- Creative expression and storytelling
- Preservation of Traveller cultural practices
- Continued engagement in artistic work
The initiative aims to recognise the often-undervalued contribution of Traveller artists and makers across Ireland.
Funding Support
Selected applicants will receive:
- €1,000 for artistic development and creative practice support
The funding is intended to help artists:
- Continue their creative work
- Record and develop artistic practice
- Strengthen cultural expression
- Build confidence and visibility
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants must:
- Be aged 40 or over
- Identify as Irish Traveller or of Traveller heritage
- Be based in the Republic of Ireland
- Be actively engaged in regular artistic or creative practice
- Have creative work recognised within their community
Why This Award Matters
The initiative supports the preservation and celebration of Traveller culture while encouraging greater recognition of Traveller artists in mainstream Irish cultural spaces.
The programme also aims to:
- Strengthen cultural identity
- Encourage artistic growth
- Support community-based creativity
- Increase representation of Traveller voices
How to Apply
Applicants should:
- Prepare details of their artistic or creative practice
- Explain their connection to Traveller culture
- Demonstrate ongoing creative engagement
- Submit the application according to programme guidelines
FAQ
- Who can apply for the award?
- Irish Traveller artists or artists of Traveller heritage aged 40 or above.
- How much funding is available?
- Selected applicants will receive €1,000.
- Where must applicants be based?
- Applicants must be based in the Republic of Ireland.
- What types of artistic practice are eligible?
- Any regular creative or artistic practice recognised within the Traveller community.
- What is the purpose of the award?
- The award supports artistic development and promotes Traveller cultural creativity and visibility.
Conclusion
The Award for Older Traveller Artist supports older Traveller artists in Ireland by recognising their creative contributions and helping sustain Traveller cultural expression. Through financial support and cultural recognition, the initiative encourages continued artistic engagement and strengthens the visibility of Traveller creativity within Irish society.
For more information, visit Age & Opportunity.