The Arab Documentary Photography Program

The Arab Documentary Photography Program (ADPP) provides support and mentorship to photographers from across the Middle East and North Africa to amplify creative approaches to visual storytelling that challenge conventional narratives about the region. ADPP is a joint initiative of the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture, the Magnum Foundation, and the Prince Claus Fund, and has supported over 85 photographers since its founding in 2014.

Selected photographers receive a $7,000 grant to work on their projects in their country of residence over a period of 10 months, are paired with mentors, and attend in-person workshops in Beirut.

  • 10-month mentorship period
  • Apply via Open call each fall
  • Two workshops in Beirut
  • $7,000 USD awarded

Opportunity offered by:

Magnum Foundation

Magnum Foundation was established by the photographers of Magnum Photos in 2007. Amidst the collapse of a media system that had traditionally supported documentary photography, Magnum Foundation was conceived to…
Online application form
Contact for application information
Opportunity type

Fellowship

Location(s) where available

Middle East
North Africa

Maximum grant amount

$7000

Areas of focus

Visual Journalism

This is a recurring opportunity