Applications open for Distance Learning Scholarship (Ukraine)

The LivArch project offers short-term, paid remote fellowships for Ukrainian scholars outside Ukraine to research and document the impacts of Russia’s war. Fellowships run 1–3 months starting May 2026, provide €1,500/month, optional travel support, and allow remote research with an optional short stay at the Herder Institute in Marburg. Applicants must submit a single PDF by January 31, 2026.

Overview

The LivArch project invites Ukrainian scholars residing outside Ukraine to apply for short-term, paid fellowships to support research related to Russia’s war on Ukraine. The program emphasizes the development of methods and theories for documenting, preserving, and ethically presenting diverse sources about the war. Fellowships empower individuals and initiatives that curate and analyze such sources responsibly.

Fellowship Details

• Duration: 1–3 months, starting May 2026

• Stipend: €1,500 per month covering living expenses, travel, health insurance, and materials

• Optional travel support: Up to €500 for short-term stay in Marburg

• Number of fellowships: Up to two scholars

• Focus areas: Documentation of Russia’s war on Ukraine, methodology and epistemology of living archives

Eligibility

• Ukrainian scholars currently residing outside Ukraine

• Open to early-career and experienced scholars

• Fluency in English or German is required

• Preference for applicants whose work aligns with the project’s thematic framework

Fellowship Activities

• Conduct remote research with the option of a short-term stay in Marburg (up to 1 week)

• Engage with the Herder Institute research team

• Contribute to project outputs (blog posts, reports, articles, or other agreed formats)

• Participate in internal or public presentations of their work

• Fellows are responsible for arranging their own insurance coverage

Application Process

Applicants must submit a single PDF via email to the LivArch project coordinator by January 31, 2026, including:

1. One-page cover letter

2. CV

3. Research or activity proposal (up to 3 pages) detailing research goals, methods, project status, planned outcomes, and collaboration opportunities

4. Scanned copies of recent diplomas and certificates

5. Optional letter of recommendation

Selection and Participation

• Up to two fellows will be selected

• Scholars focusing on Ukraine and documentation of the war or living archives are strongly encouraged

• Participants will collaborate with the Herder Institute team, contributing to research and dissemination efforts

Commitment to Diversity

The Herder Institute promotes gender equality and diversity, particularly encouraging women and candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Conclusion

The LivArch fellowship provides Ukrainian scholars outside Ukraine with funding, mentorship, and a platform to conduct impactful research on the documentation of Russia’s war. The program emphasizes ethical practices, methodological innovation, and collaboration with the Herder Institute, supporting scholarly and activist contributions to understanding and preserving Ukraine’s contemporary history.