Our Commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals

The Almere International Film Festival is deeply committed to fostering a more sustainable and equitable world. We believe in the power of film to raise awareness, inspire action, and drive positive change. As such, our festival is aligned with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Here's how:

• SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities: Located in Almere, a city renowned for its innovative urban planning and development, the festival celebrates and contributes to the vibrancy and sustainability of this unique community.

• SDG 13: Climate Action: We showcase films that address climate change, its impacts, and potential solutions, directly supporting global efforts to combat this critical challenge.

• SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions: By featuring films that explore human rights and social issues, we aim to promote awareness of injustice and inequality, fostering a more peaceful and inclusive society.

• SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities: Many of the films we highlight focus on addressing inequalities and advocating for marginalized groups, contributing to the goal of reducing disparities.

• SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production: We encourage sustainable practices within the film industry, promoting responsible consumption and production patterns among filmmakers and related businesses.

• SDG 4: Quality Education: Film is a powerful educational tool. By presenting films that tackle climate change, human rights, animal rights, and social issues, and by offering workshops for new filmmakers, we contribute to public awareness and knowledge.

• SDG 15: Life on Land: Films that raise awareness about animal rights and the importance of preserving ecosystems and biodiversity play a crucial role in protecting life on land.

• SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals: We believe that collaboration is essential to achieving the SDGs. By creating networking opportunities for new filmmakers, we foster partnerships within the film industry and beyond.

Through our film selections, support for sustainable practices, and dedication to educating and empowering filmmakers, the Almere International Film Festival is committed to driving progress towards a more sustainable and equitable future.