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Tolstoy-Duarte Foundation
Ibero-American cultural diplomacy — building bridges between communities, knowledge systems, and traditions through scholarship programs, exchanges, and cultural events.
«Culture is not a luxury of prosperous peoples — it is the invisible infrastructure of their cohesion, their memory, and their ability to project themselves into the world.» — Tolstoy-Duarte Foundation, Foundational Chart
Cultural diplomacy initiatives
Programs designed to strengthen the human capital and cultural ties of the Ibero-American region.
Tolstoy-Duarte Research Fellowships
Financial support for Ibero-American researchers working on topics related to eco-sovereignty, governance, and regional cooperation. Annual call for applications.
Notify me of the next application call →Cultural exchange network
Residency and exchange program for artists, academics, and professionals between countries in Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Iberian Peninsula.
Apply for the next cycle →Archive of Ibero-American Heritage
Digitalization and Preservation Project for Historical Documents, Oral Traditions, and Cultural Expressions at Risk in Ibero-American Communities.
Notify me of the launch →Cultural Diplomacy Annual Forum
Regional meeting that brings together cultural representatives, academics, and decision-makers to coordinate Ibero-American cultural cooperation agendas.
Notify me of the date →Upcoming events
Conference: Ibero-American Identity in the 21st Century
Panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities of cultural identity in a context of global polarization and geopolitical reconfiguration.
Call for Applications: Tolstoy-Duarte Fellowships 2026
Start of the application period for research grants. Limited spots for researchers from across the Ibero-American region.
I Ibero-American Cultural Diplomacy Forum
First edition of the Foundation’s annual forum. Registration open for academics, cultural managers, and institutional representatives.