Applications are now open for the 2026 International Writers’ Workshop (IWW) Writers-in-Residence Programme at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), a prestigious opportunity for writers worldwide. This programme, running from 2 March to 29 March 2026, is designed for writers in fields such as creative nonfiction, fiction, poetry, drama, and more, with a focus on the theme “Here and There” for the concluding IWW Literary Festival.
The programme is fully funded, covering roundtrip economy airfare, on-campus accommodation, and a per diem. Writers who have published at least one book and reside outside Hong Kong are eligible to apply. There is no application fee, and applications must be submitted by 7 September 2025. You can also check BS, MS and PhD positions
Key Details
- Programme Dates: 2 March to 29 March 2026
- Location: Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong
- Fields: Creative nonfiction, fiction, poetry, drama, digital writing, graphic forms, libretti
- Funding: Fully funded (roundtrip economy airfare, accommodation, per diem)
- Eligibility: Writers with at least one published book, residing outside Hong Kong, with functional English or Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese)
- Application Deadline: 7 September 2025
- Nationality: Open to all
- Application Fee: None
What the Programme Offers
- Roundtrip economy airfare to Hong Kong.
- On-campus accommodation at HKBU for the full 4-week residency.
- Per diem to cover daily expenses.
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Eligibility Criteria
To apply, writers must:
- Have at least one published book.
- Reside outside of Hong Kong.
- Have a functional command of English or Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese).
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Residency Requirements
Participants are expected to:
- Attend the entire residency from 2 March to 29 March 2026.
- Participate in the Welcome Ceremony during the first week.
- Engage in the IWW Literary Festival during the final week, ideally sharing work related to the theme “Here and There.”
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Documents Needed
- Artist’s Statement: A 1-page, single-spaced statement in English or Chinese describing your work and goals for the residency. If written in Chinese, include a 1-paragraph English summary.
- Writing Sample: 12–15 pages of recent work (e.g., creative nonfiction, digital writing, drama, fiction, graphic forms, libretti, or poetry). If the original work is not in English or Chinese, provide a translation in one of these languages.
- CV or Resume: Highlighting your writing experience and publications.
- References: Contact information, including email addresses, for two referees.
- Formatting: Use 12-point font with 1-inch margins for all materials.
How to Apply
Compile all materials listed above into a single PDF and email to [email protected] by 7 September 2025.
