After two vibrant seasons presenting over 80 films from across the SWANA* region, the third annual I’m Migrant Film Festival is calling for submissions to the 2027 programme.
We invite submissions from filmmakers of South-West Asian and North African heritage, both living in the region and across the global diaspora. In addition, any filmmakers working within the SWANA region and working to advance its culture are also welcome to apply.
Film Submissions
*SWANA countries: Afghanistan, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Egypt, Eritrea Georgia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Somalia, Djibouti, Mauritania.
Dates For Your Diary
Open call launch
Wednesday 9 September 2026
Early-bird entry deadline
Friday 9 October 2026
Standard entry deadline
Friday 20 November 2026
Late entry/final submission deadline
Thursday 10 December 2026
SUBMISSIONS
Questions?
Reach out to us at film@artforward.media