A collaboration between The Heritage Council and the Fulbright Commission that offers Irish Scholars and Professionals, working in the Cultural Heritage Sector, a fully funded opportunity to lecture or research at at higher education institutions or organisations in the United States.
A collaboration between The Heritage Council and the Fulbright Commission that offers Irish Scholars and Professionals, working in the Cultural Heritage Sector, a fully funded opportunity to lecture or research at at higher education institutions or organisations in the United States.
The Fulbright-Heritage Council Professional Award offers a unique opportunity for Irish scholars and professionals, with at least five years’ post-qualification experience or a PhD/Professional Doctorate in cultural heritage, a fully funded opportunity to study, research, or teach with top experts at institutions in the United States. This prestigious award is designed to support individuals working in key areas such as:
Candidates can select their preferred U.S. host institution and must have the capacity to spend a minimum of four months and a maximum of five months in the USA. Preference will be given to those who do not already have extensive experience in the USA.
With a mission to strengthen partnerships between Ireland and the U.S., the Fulbright Program emphasizes cultural engagement, collaboration, and long-term connections.
Selected candidates will receive:
This award offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for professionals to enhance their expertise while contributing to global knowledge exchange.
Applications are now open.
Interested candidates can find the full description of the Award conditions and eligibility criteria and the online application via the link below. The application deadline is October 31st, 2024, at 4 PM.
A collaboration between The King’s Foundation, The Heritage Council and the Department for Communities’ Historic Environment Division (HED) which aims to elevate individuals within the construction sector to the status of master craftspeople.
A pilot partnership project with Library Services nationwide to make available Ecological Recording Equipment to the public.
The pilot has now ended, but kits will remain available for use in the County Libraries listed below.
The Heritage Council co-funds the Irish Community Archive Network (iCAN); the leading organisation championing and supporting digital community archives in Ireland.