The Diane Dammeyer Fellowship in Photographic Arts and Social Issues provides a unique opportunity for a socially engaged photographer to produce a compelling and dynamic body of work that highlights human rights and social issues.

Columbia College Chicago, an institution with deep Chicago roots dating back more than 135 years, facilitates the fellowship, demonstrating a strong commitment to socially engaged art. The program aligns with Columbia’s dedication to academic excellence and fostering authentic, creative voices while supporting artists and the communities they engage..

The Museum of Contemporary Photography (MoCP) at Columbia College Chicago is now a proud partner in the Diane Dammeyer Fellowship. In collaboration with Columbia College Chicago, MoCP provides additional curatorial and institutional support, further enhancing the fellowship’s impact by integrating the museum’s mission of advancing photography as a means of social engagement..