2020/2021 Fellow | Ableton AG | Berlin
The German Chancellor Fellowship was a life-changing moment for me. As a curator of cultural events and a music artist myself, I had the opportunity to explore the music scene of one of the most vibrant cities in the world – Berlin. Researching such topics as representation, diversity, discrimination in the music scene gave me insights into the different methods curators and programmers use to create safe spaces, support marginalised communities, foster empathy and inclusivity. Such topics are still taboo in Russia, so I am very grateful for the chance to gather this knowledge across German cultural institutions and organisations.
The fellowship also gave the opportunity to meet incredible individuals from other parts of the world and exchange knowledge, experience, and perspectives. It was an important step for me in furthering my career and making valuable professional connections, which led me to finding my dream job. I believe the German Chancellor Fellowship is crucial to creating a dialogue between people from different cultures, backgrounds and areas of expertise. The cancellation of this programme is a tremendous loss to future cultural and scientific exchange.
