Be the Voice of Philippine Museums at ICOM Dubai 2025!
- ICOM Philippines
- Aug 30
- 2 min read
August 30, 2025 — Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines
An Article by ICOM Philippines
ICOM Philippines is now accepting applications for a grant that will support one (1) emerging museum professional to attend the ICOM General Conference in Dubai in November 2025.
This grant aims to provide an opportunity for a qualified individual to participate in international museum discussions, engage with peers from around the world, and contribute to representing the Philippine museum sector in a global forum.
Grant Coverage
The successful applicant will receive ₱100,000.00, which will cover the following expenses:
Registration fee for ICOM Dubai 2025
Economy round-trip airfare
Accommodation
Role and Responsibilities
The grantee will serve as a Content Contributor for ICOM Philippines and will be expected to produce and submit the following outputs:
Ten (10) Written Articles. These may include reflections on conference themes, summaries of key sessions, insights on Filipino participation, and perspectives on the future of museums from a Philippine context.
Five (5) Short-Form Videos. These may include daily updates, interviews, or a short documentary (3–5 minutes) post-conference capturing the grantee’s overall experience and insights.
Interviews with Delegates. Conduct interviews with Filipino delegates, international museum professionals, or creatives. Suggested themes may include decolonization, heritage preservation within the diaspora, and cross-cultural engagement.
Photo Story Series. Provide a curated selection of photographs for publication, focusing on topics such as museum innovations, cultural exchanges, and community engagement.
Community Engagement in Dubai. Document interactions with Filipinos living or working in Dubai, particularly those involved in arts, heritage, or museums. An optional feature (e.g., blog post or photo essay) may explore heritage and identity within the Filipino diaspora.
Real-Time Content Sharing. Coordinate with the ICOM PH Secretariat to share content on official platforms during the event, using accessible language to communicate with the local community in the Philippines.
All submitted content will be used in ICOM Philippines’ official digital platforms and publications.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be an emerging museum professional aged 40 years old or below
Be an active ICOM Philippines member for the past three (3) consecutive years
Submit a Letter of Intent (maximum 500 words) outlining how participation will benefit both the applicant and their institution, and how it aligns with the objectives of ICOM PH and ICOM
Provide a Recommendation Letter from the head of their institution
Have prior experience or interest in content creation and storytelling
Submit a Storytelling Portfolio, which may include:
Writing samples (articles, blogs, features)
Photography
Video content (short features, interviews, vlogs)
Social media or digital content for museum-related projects
Portfolios may be submitted as a PDF with links or a folder of sample works.
Selection Considerations
Priority will be given to applicants who:
Have been accepted as paper presenters at ICOM Dubai 2025
Have demonstrated experience in digital storytelling, communications, or museum-related media work
Application Deadline
Friday, September 12, 2025
Submit all materials to:philippines.icom@gmail.comdpabarca@aims.edu.ph
This initiative seeks to support the continued professional growth of emerging museum workers and encourage broader engagement with international museum discourse. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit complete requirements by the stated deadline.
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