SIMA is a global impact media agency
We support and amplify the work of visionaries at the forefront of documentary film, global education, and community action.
PROGRAMS
Since 2012, we have set new standards for global impact storytelling, bringing award-winning projects to communities and classrooms in over 100 countries, and transforming audiences, learners, and leaders into agents of change.
SIMA AWARDS
The annual SIMA Awards recognize global documentaries, production companies, XR projects, and impact campaigns, that stand out in their artistry, integrity, and merit to inspire social change.
CINEMA ACROSS BORDERS
Our year-round screening series brings SIMA-selected films to diverse communities across the global south, fostering local leadership and impact projects in collaboration with film, human rights and advocacy forums.
SIMA ACADEMY
SIMA’s educational streaming platform empowers over 160,000 students with the global perspectives to shape the future. Our “Netflix for changemakers” serves organizations and academic institutions in 100+ countries.
FISCAL SPONSORSHIP
Raise tax-deductible funds in the U.S. at any stage of production, distribution, exhibition or campaign. Applications are accepted year-round and open to producers, artists, and creators dedicated to inspiring positive change.
FINALISTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED JAN. 2026
CELEBRATING GLOBAL IMPACT CINEMA OF EXCELLENCE
The 14th annual SIMA Awards (Social Impact Media Awards) champion exceptional global storytelling at the intersection of creative excellence and social resonance.
NEWS
CINEMA ACROSS BORDERS
The most recent edition of Cinema Across Borders is currently screening across Africa, Asia, and The Americas. We partner with local leaders, community groups, film and human rights forums around the globe to facilitate screenings about the issues that matter and ignite local dialogues, coalition building and community actions.
UPCOMING SCREENINGS
West Africa
Upcoming screenings in Nigeria: Ebonyi, Anambra, Delta, Calabar, Lagos, Zaria, Nasarawa, Sokoto, Benue; and Liberia: Montserrado, Margibi.
Southern & East Africa
Screenings spanning Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, and South Africa: Johannesburg, Cape Town, Bloemfontein, East London, and Makhanda.
Asia + The Americas
Screening events in South America: Colombia; Central America: Honduras and Guatemala; and Asia: Sri Lanka.
FISCAL SPONSORSHIP
ELEVATE THE POWER OF ART AND ACTIVISM
Learn more about SIMA's Fiscal Sponsorship program. We are proud to serve a dedicated network of filmmakers, artists, producers, and social innovators driving positive change.
IMPACT
Serving independent arts, sustainability, and academic industries worldwide, each year, our programs engage a network of over 4,500 filmmakers from 140+ countries, 160,000+ students access our educational resources, 140+ partners host community screenings in 30 countries, and over 7,000 virtual film viewings reach more than 5 million viewers around the globe. SIMA’s Fiscal Sponsorship program supports global impact projects in 50+ countries, helping to realize the vision of over 100 creative activists and changemakers.
