Building an empire of freedom in Odessa 

International Residencies

At a time when many are leaving Ukraine, we invite thinkers, writers and creators from around the world to spend a month in Odessa.

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Polyglot Literary Residency

Together with the UNESCO City of Literature Office, we invite writers from around the world to spend a month in Odessa. Our first resident, in 2026, was poet and playwright Suji Kwok Kim. Look out for the next call in Spring/Summer 2027.

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Civic Freedom Residency

We bring thinkers, writers, and creators from around the world for a month in Odessa. This year we hosted two Residents. Look out for the next call for applications in early 2027.