2026 WOPHA Research Fellowship Program
Location
Remote fellowship (February–July 2026)
Includes a required 15-day in-person residency at The Betsy Hotel in Miami, Florida (April 2026)
Open to
Emerging and established writers conducting research related to women and non-binary voices in photography. Applicants must be able to commit to the February–July 2026 remote fellowship period and attend the required 15-day residency in Miami in April 2026.
Application Fee
$10
What’s Provided
$2,000 stipend
Round-trip airfare to and from Miami for the residency
15-day hotel residency at The Betsy Hotel
Mentorship tailored to the fellow’s research
Networking and publication opportunities
Support for developing an 8,000–10,000-word scholarly essay with at least 15 high-resolution images
What the Applicant Must Cover
Completion of all required application materials
Commitment to regular check-ins, mentorship meetings, progress deliverables, and final essay submission
Any personal expenses not covered by the stipend
Duration
February–July 2026, including a 15-day residency in April 2026
Deadline
December 21, 2025
Other Notes
The program supports independently driven research projects and encourages fellows to explore cultural resources and creative networks in Miami during the residency. Two references are required (letters not required). Application materials include biography, CV, project proposal, statement of interest, fellowship plan, and up to three writing samples in PDF.
