NEMO is calling for applications from young museum professionals based in the Baltics and the neighbouring country Poland for the travel grants support participation in the NEMO European Museum Conference 2026, ‘Human after all – Museums in the wake of AI’, taking place 11–13 October 2026 in Vilnius, Lithuania.
The call is open to museum professionals up to 33 years old who are based in the Baltic countries (Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania) or Poland and who:
- Have an interest in working with topics related to AI and cybersecurity, and
- Believes in European collaboration and international exchange.
NEMO European Museum Conference 2026 Human after all – Museums in the wake of AI will explore how museums can remain people‑centred, resilient and future‑ready in a time of rapid technological change. The programme will examine how AI and cybersecurity are reshaping organisational practice, governance and museum work, while also highlighting the civic role of museums in fostering trust, digital literacy and open democratic dialogue.
Applicants are invited to propose creative and interactive contributions that engage participants during informal moments of the conference. Two types of contributions are possible: interactive activities during breaks and receptions; or short interactive interventions in plenary or side activities.
NEMO offers five travel and conference grants. Each grant consists of a 500 EUR lump sum (to cover travel and accommodation) and free conference registration.
