Call for applications - Translating Ukraine Summer Institute 2026

Translating Ukraine Summer Institute, co-organized by the University of Alberta’s Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies (CIUS), DUSS UAlberta—Disrupted Ukrainian Scholars and Students Initiative, the Ukrainian Research Institute at Harvard University, the Harriman Institute of Columbia University, the Yale Ukrainian Program at Yale University, Ukrainian Studies Program at Cambridge University, Kolegium Europy Wschodniej, National Ossolinski Institute, New Eastern Europe, NGO Translatorium, and the Shevchenko Scientific Society in the US, is currently accepting applications for its Summer 2026 program. The organizers are inviting all eligible candidates to apply by 1 February 2026.

The full call for applications can be found here: https://www.translatingukraine.org/apply

Program:

Supported by academic partners in Canada, the US, the UK, and Poland, this summer institute will focus on training emerging and mid-career translators in the field of literary and academic translation. In the course of intensive twelve-day training, invited summer institute faculty and experienced professionals will lead workshops and professional development sessions, aimed at building key skills in Ukrainian-English translation. The three offered training modules will center on translation of literary prose, poetry, and nonfiction/academic texts. Please note that each participant will be required to complete all three modules. The program will also offer space for working on and presenting the participants’ individual projects and for fostering mentoring relationships.

Location: Wroclaw, Poland

Dates: 6-17 July 2026

Eligibility:

Eligible candidates shall include: 

• a) practitioners with experience in the field of Ukrainian to English translation, be it beginners or mid-career professionals; 

• b) students enrolled in Ukrainian language courses and translation programs at accredited universities and participating institutions.

To apply:

Fill out the Stage 1 Application Form attaching your CV, statement of interest (max. 2 pages), and indicating the names and email addresses of two referees by 1 February 2026. Please note that only successful Stage 1 applicants will be invited to proceed to the Stage 2 applications where they will be required to submit their translation samples.     

Please direct any questions to info@translatingukraine.org.