WOMEN IN FILM III: Training Through Practice
Women in Film III: Training Through Practice by the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture provides mentorship and hands-on filmmaking training for early-career Arab women filmmakers in select Middle Eastern countries.
Funder: Arab Fund for Arts and Culture
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: No direct funding; selected participants receive mentorship, training, and workshop support.
Summary: Supports early-career Arab women filmmakers in the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Jordan, and Egypt through mentorship and hands-on filmmaking training.
Key Information: Program does not provide direct grants; participation is via competitive selection for training and mentorship.
Description
This program, led by the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture in partnership with Netflix, is dedicated to empowering emerging Arab women filmmakers residing in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan, and Egypt. It offers a comprehensive training initiative combining online sessions, in-person workshops, and mentorship from experienced industry professionals. The program targets both creative and technical roles in filmmaking, including writing, directing, producing, cinematography, editing, and sound design. Through collaborative short film projects and tailored guidance, participants refine their creative storytelling and technical skills within a supportive cohort.
