Once a UK, or other, publisher has acquired the translation rights to a work of literature by a Swiss writer, and a contract has been signed between the publisher and a translator, the publisher can apply for translation grants to Pro Helvetia, the Swiss arts council. The size of the grant will differ from case to case, but is in general rather generous. Books featured in
New Books in German and bought by a UK or other English-language publisher are
guaranteed a grant.
Application forms can be downloaded from the website where there is also a useful guide for applicants in English:
www.prohelvetia.ch/downloads (Contributions to publications)
Application forms are also available from:Pro Helvetia Zurich
Hirschengraben 22
CH-8024 Zurich
Tel: +41 44 267 7171
Fax: +41 44 267 7106
Contact Person:Angelika Salvisberg, Head of Literature
asalvisberg@prohelvetia.ch Applicants must ensure the form is submitted at least 8 weeks prior to the work in question going to print and a substantial amount of the translation must be sent in along with a copy of the original. Applications can be sent in at any time of year.
The Swiss Arts Council has been closely involved with cultural developments in Switzerland since 1939. It supports artistic work, promotes the arts and encourages cultural exchange at home and abroad. Pro Helvetia is allocated funds by the Swiss Parliament every four years. It is independent in its decision-making processes.
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