kadist paris curatorial fellowship: threads of kinship

KADIST is seeking a creative thinker and curator for the inaugural edition of a Curatorial Fellowship at KADIST, based in Paris.

This part-time, 18-month opportunity, starting in 2026, offers professional experience and the chance to join the KADIST Paris team and to work closely with guest curators, and advisors from KADIST’s international network as well as with partner organizations in Paris. Designed for a professional interested in working across disciplines, cultures, and scales, the fellowship encourages experimentation and critical reflection while offering meaningful engagement with KADIST’s team and evolving program.

ABOUT THE FELLOWSHIP

The fellow will develop one exhibition and a series of public programs in relation to a given annual theme – all utilizing various KADIST resources, including the international collection. In 2026, the theme will be “Land Work, Land Rights” and the programs throughout the year may respond to this general direction through other entry points – critical geography, extractivism, indigeneity, ecological justice, and more. The Spring 2026 exhibition will be the second chapter of The Plantation Plot, which explores the enduring structures and legacies of the plantation system.

This fellowship complements new strategic developments across KADIST’s global network. Designed as a part-time position, it is ideal for a cultural programmer and curator who thrives in a globally connected, interdisciplinary environment. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of the Parisian cultural and social landscape, along with strong connections to one or more non-Western cultures. They are responsive, curious, and committed to connecting artistic conversations and social issues from different parts of the world and to foster interdisciplinary dialogue spanning visual arts, cinema, performance, literature, philosophy, and other cultural forms.