ConnectHER Film Festival

The ConnectHER Film Festival welcomes submissions that focus on issues that affect the lives of women and girls with a special emphasis on amplifying BIPOC voices. Films, be they animated, documentary or narrative, must be related to any of the following themes, all centered around women's issues: refugees/IDPs, war and conflict, political enfranchisement and power, gender inequality, ending child marriage, ending labor and sex trafficking, economic inequality and empowerment, food access/insecurity, maternal health, global health, poverty, climate action, and access to education. Scholarship Details • Films must explore themes related to women's issues and global challenges • Various award categories, including Judges' Choice, Best Documentary, Best Narrative, Best Animation, People's Choice, Global Impact, Stand Up Men, and Educating Girls • Top awards include cash prizes up to $5,000 Eligibility Criteria • Filmmakers must be aged 13 to 25 at the time of submission • Films must be original works and not previously screened at major film festivals • Films must be 3 to 6 minutes in length and subtitled in English • Films must address women's issues within specified themes Application Process 1. Create your original film focusing on women's issues and global challenges. 2. Submit your film in .mov or .mp4 format by the submission deadline at the end of September each year. 3. Include a graphic highlighting local/national/regional organizations working to solve the issue addressed in your film. 4. Stay tuned for the announcement of winners in various award categories. Highlighting stories of resilience is strongly encouraged for the ConnectHER Film Festival. Your film has the power to inspire, uplift, and showcase the resilience of individuals and communities around the world, demonstrating that even in the face of adversity, impactful stories and solutions can emerge. Join us in celebrating narratives that empower, inspire, and contribute to a brighter future.