Applications are now open for the UNESCO Wonju City of Literature Writers’ Residency 2026 in South Korea.
This fully funded 8-week residency program invites one talented writer from UNESCO Cities of Literature (or with a strong connection to them) to live and write at the peaceful Toji Cultural Centre. The program is completely free — it covers round-trip air travel, accommodation, meals, and local transportation. There is no application fee.
Application Deadline: May 31, 2026
Key Details:
- Program Name: UNESCO Wonju City of Literature Writers’ Residency 2026
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Residency Period: September 1 – October 31, 2026
- Host Country: South Korea
- Location: Toji Cultural Centre, Wonju
- Funding Type: Fully funded (includes round-trip air ticket, accommodation, meals, and transportation)
- Application Fee: None
What This Residency Offers:
- Round-trip international air ticket from your home country to South Korea
- Free 8-week stay at Toji Cultural Centre with a private writing room
- Organic meals provided during the residency
- Local transportation support on arrival and departure
- Opportunity to focus on your creative writing in a peaceful natural environment
- Chance to experience Korean culture and build connections with local writers and artists
- Participation in literary events and the Wonju Literature Month Festival
- Valuable international exposure and promotion of your work
Eligibility Criteria:
- Upper-intermediate level of English or Korean language proficiency
- At least 5 years of creative writing experience
- At least one published creative work (in English, Korean, or translation)
- Current or past connection to a UNESCO City of Literature (verifiable)
- Strong interest in Korean culture and literature
- Willingness to participate in local literary events, interviews, and festivals
- Commitment to produce a short creative piece about Wonju or Korea during the residency
- Ability to stay for the full 8 weeks without deferral
Eligible Fields:
- Creative Writing
- Literature
- Poetry
- Fiction
- Non-fiction
- Essay Writing
How to Apply:
- Fill out the official application form
- Prepare documents proving your 5+ years of writing experience and published work
- Submit all required materials before the deadline
Application Deadline: May 31, 2026
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