Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Residency

The Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center Residency is a highly prestigious international residency program that brings together artists, scholars, policymakers, writers, and social innovators to live and work at the Bellagio Center in Lake Como, Italy. The residency provides uninterrupted time and space for participants to develop work that contributes to positive global change. Projects often focus on: Social innovation Climate change Public health Arts and culture Economic inclusion

✅ Leadership or Creative Excellence Applicants must demonstrate: Exceptional achievement in their field Recognized leadership or creative output Proven impact at national or global level ✅ Project-Based Proposal Applicants must propose a: Clear, focused project Relevant to global challenges or social impact Suitable for completion or advancement during residency Examples: A book or manuscript A policy framework A research study An artistic body of work A global development strategy ✅ Cross-Sector Impact Strong preference for applicants whose work connects: Arts and society Policy and governance Innovation and development Academia and practice ✅ Professional Experience Typically requires: Mid-career or senior-level professionals Established record of work and recognision