We invite proposals from translators specialising in translating from an endangered language from anywhere in the world into English, in any genre (fiction, non-fiction, poetry, essay, and plays). The endangered language can belong to oral or semi-oral traditions, collaborative or community-based practices, and non-standardised forms.

The aims of the (remote) residency are to widen Wasafiri’s reach across the UK and wider world, taking the organisation and its work beyond London to cultivate new talents and provoke conversations.

During the period of the residency, the Translator in Residence will be expected to lead four workshops, participate in an event on endangered languages in translation, write one piece for Wasafiri.org, and support the promotion of Wasafiri and its work.

The remote residency will last for six months starting no earlier than March 2026. The fee for the residency is £1600.

Only candidates with permission to work in the UK are eligible.

Find out more here

Deadline: midnight on 15 February 2026