Kingston Creative, Fresh Milk and the American Friends of Jamaica | The AFJ introduce CATAPULT | A Caribbean Arts Grant – a group of six initiatives which supported Caribbean Creatives. These funding opportunities have increased the visibility of over 1,200 Caribbean-based artists, creatives and cultural practitioners to global audiences, provided much needed financial support, and developed the creative skills of our artists. Now more than ever in light of COVID-19, it is critical to think about artists having an online presence, valuing the work of Caribbean artists, and enabling their growth.

CATAPULT targeted participants living and working across the Dutch, English, French, and Spanish regions. This four-month comprehensive arts programme included online events, art writing and journalism sessions, technical training, residencies and virtual discursive salons.

CATAPULT is particularly interested in working with practitioners who  explore the broad critical themes of  Culture, Human Rights, Gender, LGBTQIA+, and Climate Justice from Caribbean perspectives.

CATAPULT aims to increase the capacity of Caribbean-based artists to navigate the digital space and learn new ways of connecting with diverse global audiences.  It also promotes the visibility of cultural practitioners by expanding online content from the region, enabling artists to engage with wider audiences, while contributing to the potential of earning beyond their borders.