The Playhouse – Independent Action Researcher Call Out – closing 11 Sept

What role can arts-led approaches play in helping individuals and communities co-create more just, fair, inclusive and peaceful societies?

Commissioned as part of Making Peaceful Change, this research will explore the contribution of arts and creativity to peacebuilding, reconciliation, social justice, community development and positive social change.

We are looking for a researcher, scholar-practitioner or research team with experience in areas such as participatory action research, socially engaged arts, peacebuilding, community development, cultural democracy or social justice.

The successful researcher will lead a participatory process involving artists, communities, partners and stakeholders, producing case stories, knowledge-sharing activity and a substantial final research report.

  • Commission value: €24,000 / £20,400 inclusive of VAT and expenses
  • Delivery: October 2026 – August 2028
  • Application deadline: Friday 11 September 2026, 12 noon

Full brief and application details: www.derryplayhouse.co.uk/opportunities

Application deadline: Friday 11 September 2026, 12 noon

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