Associates Leadership Programme 2026-27 Applications Open

Calum Perrin and Sarah Hough (Associates 2024-25) Photo, Becky Mursell

We are excited to announce that applications for the 2026-27 Associates Leadership Programme are now open – please download the Application Pack here: Associates 2026-27 Application Pack and there is also an audio version available (please email hello@artshomelessint.com)

This will be the 4th year of the programme and we are looking forward to welcome 8 more creatives/producers/curators who have experience of homelessness to join this unique programme – a year-long, part-time, paid cultural leadership programme.

Here is a summary timeline:

• Applications open: 21st January 2026
• Applications close: Midnight 22nd February 2026
• Interviews: From week commencing 2nd March 2026
• Programme begins in April and runs for one year

We have tried to keep the application process as simple and accessible as possible – all the information is included in the form above. There is just one main question to answer, alongside some general info we need and you can submit it in various forms including audio or a selfie film.

We’d love to hear from you – please consider applying! We know that it’s not always easy to put yourself forward for an opportunity like this. All we can say is that the programme is open to anyone of any stage of their creative journey so please do consider giving it a go!

We have also put together a list of Frequently Asked Questions here.

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