APPLICATIONS FOR OUR

2027 Ian Wilson Memorial Fellowship

ARE OPEN

 The Ian Wilson Memorial Fellowship was established to support and nurture emerging children’s authors and/or illustrators who explore Australian voices and themes.

The May Gibbs Children’s Literature Trust provides the successful applicant with travel to Adelaide, accommodation free of charge, a living allowance, and local support, facilitating creative time away from home for 21 nights in March 2027. This Fellowship aims to be “a gift of time and support” to enable the Fellow to concentrate intensively on the development of new work, and participate in networking opportunities and professional development.

Visit www.maygibbs.org.au ‘Ian Wilson Memorial Fellowship’ for more information and to register your interest.

For application details, contact Samantha Rubenhold – Fellowships Coordinator: [email protected]

Completed applications must be received by 5.00pm on Sunday 27th September 2026