The fund is an emergency measure pending government funding. The idea is that members who lost revenue due to canceled arrangements and lost assignments as a result of the covid-19 pandemic should be able to apply for scholarships, even after Easter.
“That the foundation supports the writers and translators in this difficult situation sends an important signal. We welcome more people to follow Natur & Kultur's example, ”says Patrik Lundberg, Vice Chairman of the Swedish Writers' Association in the press release.