Of course, here's an article for a scholarship proposal for Cape Verde, in European Portuguese:
Funding Opportunities for Cape Verdean Writers: The Miles Morland Scholarships
African literature, rich in diversity and complexity, continues to captivate the world, and in Cape Verde, the oral tradition and beauty of the archipelago nurture a unique literary voice. It is against this backdrop that the Miles Morland Foundation annually offers scholarships that represent crucial support for the flourishing of African literary talents, including those from Cape Verde. Applications are now open for the 2025 edition, offering an unprecedented opportunity for Cape Verdean writers to dedicate themselves to ambitious literary projects, free from the financial worries that often hold back creativity.
The Miles Morland Foundation, with a proven track record of investing in the future of African writing, offers grants that financially support writers to develop their writing projects, be they novels, biographies, non-fiction or short stories. The amount made available allows the grant holders to devote themselves full-time to writing for a stipulated period, usually a year, and to concentrate on creating quality literary works. This funding is vital for Cape Verdean writers to have the opportunity to develop their works, nurturing the country's rich cultural tapestry and promoting their voice on the international literary scene.
The application process is simple, but requires attention to detail and a careful presentation of the literary project. Those interested in taking part must submit a sample of their writing - an extract from a novel, a selection of short stories, or a chapter from a non-fiction work, depending on the genre they are working in. It's important that this sample demonstrates the writer's originality, the quality of their writing and their ability to develop a captivating narrative. In addition to the excerpt, it is necessary to submit a detailed plan for the project to be developed with the grant, outlining the objectives, deadlines and narrative vision of the work. This plan should demonstrate the feasibility and ambition of the project, as well as your connection to Cape Verde and your cultural experiences.
What makes the Miles Morland Fellowships so valuable is the openness they offer. There are no restrictions on literary genres, as long as the project falls under creative writing, and the themes are vast, reflecting the richness of the African human experience. This flexibility allows Cape Verdean writers to explore their personal narratives, the stories of the archipelago, and contribute to a broader and more diverse portrait of African reality. The scholarship not only provides financial resources, but also offers writers a platform and a community, where mutual support and shared experiences are fundamental to growth.
For all Cape Verdean writers, young or experienced, this scholarship represents a unique opportunity to boost their literary careers and enrich the country's cultural scene. The Miles Morland Foundation believes in Africa's talent and offers its writers the tools they need to make their voices heard around the world. Don't miss out on this opportunity!
Applications until 19 September 2025.
To apply and find out more about the eligibility criteria and the process, visit: https://milesmorlandfoundation.com/
