Deadline: 30 November 2024
The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) invites filmmakers to submit short documentary films that explore: the cultural and spiritual significance of springs, wells, and ponds in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH); the loss of water sources; and or community-led restoration.
Through these films, they aim to raise awareness and inspire action to reverse the loss of springs, to celebrate individuals and communities that are tackling this growing crisis, and to document mountain communities’ traditional knowledge, beliefs, and practices around their water sources, showcasing ancient rituals and beliefs that underscore the deep reverence for these vanishing resources.
Benefits
- ICIMOD will promote the films through events, their website, and social media channels.
- Filmmakers will be encouraged to submit their films to relevant film festivals and media outlets.
- Micro Grant and grant disbursement.
- Selected filmmakers will secure USD2,000 to cover production costs.
- The grant amount will be provided after the delivery of raw footages and the final video product (ICIMOD will not provide any advance).
Funding Information
- Selected filmmakers will secure USD2,000 to cover production costs.
Eligibility Criteria
- Filmmakers are eligible to apply.
Application Requirements
- Filmmakers can submit their pitch in the provided link in this page.
- The pitch should include a 500-word synopsis of the film, a director’s statement, a storyboard, a filmmaker’s CV, and evidence of past work (e.g., links to online showreels or downloadable files).
- Selected filmmakers will be notified and provided with further guidance and support.
For more information, visit ICIMOD.
