The International Youth Library (IYL), Munich, invites applicants for its IJB Fellowship Program, funded by the Bavarian Ministry for Science and Arts. This prestigious fellowship supports international research in children’s and young adult literature and promotes intercultural academic exchange.
Eligibility for the IYL Fellowship Program is open to graduates, doctoral candidates, PhD holders, and authors from outside Germany who are engaged in research related to children’s and young adult literature. Applicants must demonstrate sufficient fluency in German and/or English and should have already conducted some preliminary work on their research project before applying.
The International Youth Library (IYL), Munich is the world’s largest library dedicated to international children’s and young adult literature. Founded in 1949, it houses a unique collection of over 650,000 books in more than 260 languages, along with journals, research materials, and archives. The library serves as a global center for research, cultural exchange, and literary events, promoting understanding and appreciation of children’s literature across cultures.