The Jan Michalski Foundation is opening application for its 2026 residency. Funded by the Foundation, the residency is designed to provide an environment for literary creation and to support those involved in the written word. Although open to all kinds of writing and all languages, the residency program does give priority to literary writers and translators. Writers can work individually or as a group.
“The Foundation features a group of seven distinctive residential modules that are available for writers and translators invited for residencies of varying lengths of time. Hanging from the openwork “canopy” that runs above the Foundation, these units are called “cabins” and offer ideal conditions to anyone who is looking to start, continue working on, or put the finishing touches to a writing project.”
Applications are open until August 31, 2026. The Jan Michalski Foundation lies at the foot of the Swiss Jura Mountains in Montricher. The village is approximately 30 minutes from Lausanne and one hour from Geneva. It is possible to reach Montricher from Morges by train.
Residencies can vary in length, lasting from two weeks to one, two, or three months. The length of stay should match the scope of the project. The period applied for is a request only, and the Jan Michalski Foundation reserves the right to offer another period depending on availability.
Applicants should note the following:
- There are no age or nationality restrictions.
- Beginners are accepted.
- Candidates are only allowed to submit one application per year.
- Former residents are not allowed to reapply.
Applications will be assessed based on three criteria, the literary quality of the project, the candidate’s professional background, and whether or not the length of the stay matches the scope of the project. Beginners’ applications are assessed based on the quality of the project and the motivation they are able to convey in their application.
The Foundation offers funding to its successful applicants. Residents’ travel costs to and from their home address will be covered by the Foundation. Residents are granted a weekly allowance of CHF 400. The Foundation provides breakfast and lunch for residents and the village has a small grocery shop. Electric bikes are available for residents.
Residents have free access to the library during the day. And also, residents are free to participate in cultural activities organized by the Foundation.
Click the link ro access the application form.
https://fondation-janmichalski.com/en/residences/postuler
