The KIDS WORLD FILM FESTIVAL has two parts. The first part includes an intensive Media Literacy Training Program that has introduced hundreds of fifth and sixth grade students to the concept of watching films and other media with a critical mind. WIFV recognizes that children are being inundated with media images every day but have never been taught how to deal with those images in a critical way. WIFV sends volunteers into the schools to teach children how to be a “Junior Film & Television Critic” so they can discern the true nature of what they are watching.

The second part of KWFF allows the students to use their new skills at an international film festival. WIFV shows films that allow students to see the wonders of international films and the power of filmmaking to create social change. The students are able to view several short films and interact with the international directors.

The Kids World Film Festival promotes cultural understanding, conflict resolution, compassion, tolerance and peace.  KWFF Committee Members review more than 35 films from around the globe annually and select those that best reflect the human condition through the eyes of children.  The films are either in English, a foreign language with subtitles, or with no words at all.

In 2010. the classroom visits will commence in October and the international film festival will happen before Thanksgiving.  If you are interested in having your school participate in this interactive, learning experience, call the WIFV Office at 202-429-9438.