HKBU International Writers’ Workshop 2026 in Hong Kong | Fully Funded Residency

The Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) International Writers’ Workshop (IWW) 2026 invites published writers to apply for a fully funded residency in Hong Kong in March 2026. Writers, including those from Pakistan, are encouraged to apply to engage with a literary community in Asia.

About the Program

Since 2004, the HKBU International Writers’ Workshop has served as a meeting place for creative people. Each year, the program chooses about four international writers for a month-long stay at HKBU. The IWW Literary Festival ends the residency. At the festival, writers share new work that relates to the year’s theme. For 2026, the theme is “Here and There”, which looks at identity, place, and change.

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Program Details

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the IWW 2026 program, applicants should meet the listed criteria:

• Possess a minimum of one published book in a relevant genre (fiction, poetry, essay, or related form).
• Maintain residency outside of Hong Kong.
• Show good competence in either English or Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese).
• Be able to attend the full program.
• Come ready to present their work at the IWW Literary Festival.

Program Benefits

Successful applicants will get:

• Economy class tickets for travel to and from the location.
• Free housing on campus.
• A daily payment to cover the cost of food and other daily expenses.
• A chance to be in the IWW Literary Festival.
• Opportunities to meet and share ideas with authors from around the world.
• An introduction to Hong Kong’s writing scene.

There is no fee to apply. The program covers all costs.

Application Deadline

Kindly submit your application by 7 September, 2025. Don't miss out on this fantastic chance! Apply Now. For latest updates visit News and Scholarships.