RESOURCES AND SUPPORT
DEI-FOCUSED RESOURCES AND SUPPORT
Here are some links to organizations doing great work in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in filmmaking. They offer support to underrepresented voices globally, including grants, mentorships, and development opportunities. Check them out!
Outfest champions LGBTQ+ voices in media, hosting the largest LGBTQ+ film festival in the world. They provide grants, mentorships, and resources to promote diverse storytelling in the industry.
Brown Girls Doc Mafia supports women and non-binary people of color working in documentary filmmaking. They focus on providing professional development, networking, and advocacy for these underrepresented voices.
Based in New York and Los Angeles, Ghetto Film School provides access to film education for underprivileged young people from diverse communities. Their programs empower future filmmakers to share their unique stories through high-quality production training.
Based in New York, Reel Works provides filmmaking programs for teens from underserved communities, pairing them with mentors and giving them the tools to tell their stories.
Organized by the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), PLURAL+ empowers young filmmakers globally to create short films that address social justice, human rights, and cultural diversity. Wesleyan students under 25 can apply for this!