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Acknowledging women of our time.
African American Women In Cinema (AAWIC) is a 501 c3 non-profit organization who serves as a continuous support for the vibrant work of women filmmakers for the past twenty-seven years. AAWIC provides a platform to showcase aligning experienced and novice filmmakers, directors, producers, screenwriters and actors. Our mission is to expand, explore and create business opportunities for minority women filmmakers throughout the entertainment industry. It is the goal of AAWIC to give artistic women a path to fulfilling their dreams through showcasing their talents, exposure to peers’ interaction, and mentoring by established professionals.
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What a Milestone!
The 25th Annual African American Women in Cinema Film Festival was nothing short of historic — and we’re still feeling the energy!
We’re incredibly proud to have celebrated 25 powerful years of storytelling, creativity, and representation in film. This unforgettable event brought together visionary filmmakers, industry leaders, and passionate supporters from all over.
A huge THANK YOU to all of our sponsors, partners, filmmakers, and community members who helped make this year’s festival one for the books!
Join us as we revisit the History that was made— we’re sharing highlights from this landmark celebration, including moments from the red carpet, panels, and more on our social media and on the link below!
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View a few 25th AAWIC FF Highlights by clicking the link below.
Welcome to the AAWIC Film Festival Daily! Each day, we bring you the latest highlights, exclusive insights and moments from the African American Women In Cinema (AAWIC) Film Festival. Whether you're here to celebrate groundbreaking films, connect with industry voices, or simply soak in the creative energy, the Festival Daily is your go-to guide. Stay tuned for inspiring stories, and everything that makes this festival a powerful celebration of vision, voice, and vibrant storytelling.
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Tune in to the 25th AAWIC Film Festival Podcast!
In this special anniversary episode, host Sigrid Channer sits down with the dynamic Dr. Shenetta Malkia—a filmmaker, actress, producer, author, and motivational powerhouse.
Join us for an inspiring conversation as Dr. Malkia shares her incredible journey through the worlds of filmmaking, production, and real estate entrepreneurship. She also opens up about her deep passion for advocacy and the impact of being part of the 25th Anniversary of the African American Women in Cinema Film Festival.
This episode is a celebration of vision, legacy and the future of digital media—you won't want to miss it!
Listen now and be inspired.
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