SIMA2026

CALL FOR ENTRIES

SIMA2026 CALL FOR ENTRIES

The 14th annual Social Impact Media Awards (SIMA 2026) celebrate outstanding achievements in social impact storytelling, honoring the most cutting edge filmmaking from around the world that inspires activism, compassion and social transformation.

Each year, projects are selected from over 140 countries, competing for awards, cash prizes, media features, and entry into SIMA’s distribution programs that bring selected works to communities and classrooms worldwide.

ENTRY CATEGORIES

Feature Documentaries, Short Documentaries, Extended Reality (XR)/ Interactive, Impact Videos, Impact Campaigns, and Production Companies.

ENTRY DEADLINES

  • September 18th, 2025: Early Bird Deadline 

  • September 25th, 2025: Regular Deadline

  • October 9th, 2025: Final Deadline

SUBMISSION FORMS

Read Rules & Regulations prior to submission.