Mawa3eed was launched in 2006 to help cover the travel expenses for artists and cultural directors so that they could present their works or participate in artistic and cultural activities and events throughout the Arab world. Designed to support cultural and artistic exchange between artists and independent theaters, galleries, institutes and other cultural organizations, the Mawa3eed programmed offers Arab artists an important opportunity to circulate and disseminate their creative output throughout the region, as well as to exchange knowledge and expertise with their peers.
Applications are accepted year round and are evaluated quarterly in March, June, September and December by a jury consisting of three members of the Culture Resource artistic board. Those approved are eligible for travel grants of up to $5,000.