Arab Women Filmmakers Invited to Apply for Film Support Programme

Applications are now open for the fifth round of the Film Consultancy Programme organised by Between Women Filmmakers’ Caravan. The initiative is designed to support Arab women filmmakers working on fiction or documentary projects at any stage of production. Conducted three times a year, each three-month cycle selects three projects to receive tailored support from an advisory committee composed of six prominent Arab women filmmakers.

The current committee includes a Palestinian editor, a Lebanese producer, a French-Lebanese editor, a director of photography, a sound designer-director, and the programme’s Egyptian founder-director. Together, they provide both technical advice and creative guidance to participants. Since its launch in January 2024, the programme has highlighted numerous high-quality Arab film projects that lack sufficient industry support, particularly in terms of funding and development opportunities.

The initiative is currently working to establish alternative pathways for filmmakers facing the challenges of a competitive market and limited institutional backing. It not only monitors the progress of previously selected projects but also encourages re-application, fostering long-term development and visibility for creators. Organizers have emphasized the programme’s role in helping promising film projects avoid stagnation or abandonment.

The consultancy initiative is part of a broader platform developed by Between Women Filmmakers’ Caravan, an Egypt-based collective founded in 2008 and run entirely by women. Beyond consultancy, the group provides support through film screenings, educational programs, and training in documentary directing, editing, and cinematography. It also works to strengthen international networks among women filmmakers, with a special focus on the Arab region.

The deadline to apply for this cycle is May 5th.