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Women in Film & Video (WIFV) provides educational and networking opportunities for screen-based media makers, celebrates women’s creative and technical achievements in media, and advocates for parity both in front of and behind the camera to ensure that all voices can be heard.
A 501(c)(3) non-profit community benefit organization founded in 1979, WIFV is the premier professional resource for people who want successful media careers in the DC-metro region. All genres, genders, and experience levels are welcome. Our resources, connections and advocacy support a vibrant, creative media community.
A Filmmaker Challenge to make a short film (5 minutes or less) using a Barbie doll was part of the WIFV 45th Anniversary celebrations WIFV. The filmmakers were instructed to create a short film (5 minutes or less) featuring women or girls who are in charge or in leadership roles. We are grateful to the support of the...
In June, WIFV member Andrea Passafiume hosted and moderated the New York Premiere of the new documentary MARLEE MATLIN: NOT ALONE ANYMORE at the 2025 Tribeca Festival with Marlee Matlin and filmmaker Shoshanna Stern in attendance. Passafiume, a long-time Programmer for Tribeca and Sundance, is also Director of Programming for Gallaudet University’s upcoming Deaf Way Film Festival in October, as well...
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