The Clemens Heller Institute, founded in 2024, is dedicated to protecting and empowering scholars who face threats in their home countries. We provide temporary refuge and support within some of Europe’s most renowned universities, ensuring that you can continue your vital research in a safe and supportive environment. If you are a researcher facing persecution, censorship, or threats, we invite you to apply for our assistance and become part of a community committed to academic freedom and intellectual exploration.
Our Mission
Named after Clemens Heller, a visionary advocate for academic freedom, our Institute is inspired by his belief that the pursuit of knowledge must transcend geopolitical barriers and current political climates. We are committed to upholding the fundamental ideal of research freedom and providing a sanctuary for scholars like you who are at risk.
What We Offer
The Clemens Heller Institute provides a comprehensive support package to ensure you can continue your work without fear. Our support includes:
- Safe and Supportive Environment: Placement in a prestigious European university that offers a secure and encouraging setting for your research.
- Financial Assistance: Funding to cover relocation, living expenses, and research activities, allowing you to focus entirely on your work.
- Office Space: A designated workspace where you can conduct your research and collaborate with colleagues.
- Library Access: Full access to the university’s library resources, including digital databases, journals, and other academic materials.
- Academic Integration: Opportunities to participate in seminars, workshops, and collaborative research projects, facilitating intellectual exchange and professional growth.
Eligibility and Application Process
To be eligible for support from the Clemens Heller Institute, you must be a scholar facing significant threats or persecution in your home country due to your research or academic activities. We welcome applications from researchers across all disciplines and fields of study.
The application process involves the following steps:
- Application Form: Complete the online application form available on our website [Insert Link to Application Form]. Provide detailed information about your academic background, research interests, and the nature of the threats you are facing.
- Supporting Documents: Submit supporting documents, including your CV, a statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, and any evidence of the threats or persecution you have encountered.
- Review Process: Our selection committee will review your application and supporting documents. We may conduct interviews to further assess your situation and determine how we can best support you.
- Placement and Support: If selected, we will work with you to arrange your placement at one of our partner universities, provide financial assistance, and ensure you have the resources and support needed to continue your research.
For more information on the application process and to apply for support, please contact us. We are here to assist you and ensure that your academic journey can continue uninterrupted, even in the face of adversity.