Apply to Join The Next Cinema Across Borders Cohort

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Thank you for your interest in joining the 2026/27 cohort of the Cinema Across Borders Fellowship program. Through curated film events, fellows create spaces for dialogue, civic engagement, and lasting community impact. Participation in this program is on a gratis basis. We collaborate with aligned organizations, community leaders, cultural forums, and festivals across the Global South and beyond.

Full Name

Location (City, Country)

Organization and Title

Why would you like to join Cinema Across Borders?

Please include information about any screening event(s) you have hosted in the past. (where applicable)

How would a SIMA film screening event add value to the past/present activities you/your organization have been implementing in your community?

Briefly describe the expected film event you envision. For example: audience, theme, dates, potential collaborations/partnerships. (where known)

Film Language - do you need the film to be spoken/subtitled in any language other than English?

Yes, but we will be able to add the subtitles to the film(s) ourselves. No, English works well for my audience/community. Yes, Spanish - or we cannot participate. Yes, French - or we cannot participate. Yes, Portuguese - or we cannot participate. Other

If other, provide details below:

What are your goals for your SIMA film event? What outcome are you hoping to achieve?

Why do you believe film is a powerful tool for social change? *

Please confirm that by submitting this application you agree to the Terms and Conditions of the Cinema Across Borders Participants Agreement, which can be found HERE.

Yes, I confirm that I have read the agreement and agree to the terms

Submitting this form does not automatically guarantee your participation in SIMA's Cinema Across Borders program. All applicants are subject to careful review to ensure safety and compatibility with SIMA's mission.

Yes, I understand

THANK YOU for your interest in joining Cinema Across Borders! We'll be in touch shortly.