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Whether you crave screenwriting workshops, networking opportunities, or self-care seminars, many groups offer ways to connect, heal, and nurture your creativity. We’re happy to share what our friends have been up to and how they collectivize to create a safe space for artists like you.

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Speaking of community, join us for MiFILM's exciting virtual event with the team from Urban World, "Maximizing Impact Through Film Festival Participation." Learn how to navigate the film festival circuit, make the most of your screenings, and maximize your film's impact.

Don't miss out - RSVP HERE now and get ready to elevate your film festival game!

Meet Craft & Release, a dynamic platform founded by the inspiring Glyn Pogue and Nneka Julia. Their mission is to empower storytellers with tools and resources to elevate their craft. Through workshops, curated content, and a supportive community, Craft & Release fosters an environment where creators can hone their storytelling skills and unleash their creativity. Whether you're an emerging artist or a seasoned pro, joining this community will provide you with invaluable insights and support to take your storytelling to new heights. Learn more and become a part of this vibrant community at Craft & Release.

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Need a change of scenery and some company while you work? Co-Work & Chill, curated by the innovative Aj Tolentino, hosts weekly co-working sessions in unique spaces around NYC. This is the perfect opportunity to find co-workers without the micromanagement, offering a relaxed yet productive environment where you can thrive. Whether you’re a freelancer, remote worker, or entrepreneur, Co-Work & Chill is your go-to for inspiring settings and a supportive network. Follow them on Instagram and join the next session to experience the difference! Co-Work & Chill

🔌Grants & Resources💸

 🚨 MAKE NEWS, MAKE NOISE SCREENING ROOMS: 🚨 Final Call for Submissions! This is your chance to amplify your voice and have your short film reviewed by industry leaders from Seed & Spark, Next Found Artists, The Stuart Cinema, and The American Cinematheque. Short films will be screened on September 5th at the American Cinematheque and September 8th at The Stuart Cinema.

Gain incredible exposure, feedback, and support to further your filmmaking career. Don't miss out - submit your film now via FilmFreeway and join a community of trailblazing storytellers! The deadline for MiFILM's MAKE NEWS, MAKE NOISE SCREENING ROOMS showcase is August 6th.

QUEER VOICES NYC FILM FESTIVAL – The final deadline to submit your film to the 2024 Queer Voices: NYC Film Festival is has passed, but you can still be a part of the movement by purchasing tickets to this 3-day event focused on Centering and Celebrating LGBTQIA+ filmmakers of color across NYC's five boroughs and worldwide.

PROOF Film Festival is taking pitch submissions for narrative feature films or series. To submit, you need a video between 2 – 5 minutes of you pitching your project and a PDF of a pitch deck. Deadline: August 1st

BLACK FILM SPACE x CliveRD GRANTS - For the second year in a row, Black Film Space is partnering with cliveRd., an agile startup studio focused on producing and building projects focused on futurism, for a Proof of Concept Short Film Grant. They are accepting one short film script under 15 minutes/pages that aims to serve as a teaser for a feature film or episodic series. All genres are welcome. Deadline: August 4th. The GRANT TOTAL WILL BE $10,000. 

PANO NETWORK MICROGRANTS - Every year, PANO distributes cash microgrants and in-kind grants to support underrepresented filmmakers and their projects. This year, PANO increases grants from $500 to $1000 to better support our community in these changing times. Deadline: September 9th

Work With Us.

MiFILM curates programming to help underrepresented talent gain visibility. Are you looking to launch a mentorship program, hiring initiative, community event, or need a co-production partner to help market your film? Email us at [email protected].