Dear Asian filmmakers, the International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights (Switzerland) is accepting films until July 28, 2026.

About the festival:
The FIFDH has been a leading international festival dedicated to socially engaged cinema. Held annually in Geneva alongside the main session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, the Festival brings together filmmakers, activists, decision-makers, and diverse audiences to explore the major challenges of our time. Through films and forums, it shines a spotlight on pressing global issues and amplifies the voices of those defending human rights around the world.

Eligibility:
– The festival accepts documentaries or fictions films related to human rights and/or the environment.
– Films must have been completed between 1 January 2026 and 1 February 2027.
– Films must have a minimum duration of 52 minutes.
– Films must be Switzerland Premiere.
– Submissions must be made via Eventival.
– Submission Fee: FREE
– Deadline: July 28, 2026

We recommend filmmakers to read the full Rules and Regulations here: https://fifdh.org/en/call-for-films/

To submit your film please go to: https://vp.eventival.com/fifdh/2027/film-form/film-submission_2027

We remind readers that the 25th International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights will take place from March 6 – 14, 2027 in Geneva, Switzerland.

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