GSDF is open to applications from all parts of the world, for documentary projects up to 30 mins, either in production or post-production, with existing footage. 16 filmmakers will be selected to attend a series of online workshops, mentoring, and one to one pitches.
This year, alongside potential commissions and co-productions, three projects will be awarded grants up to £3,000 to contribute to their production or post-production.
This year, GSDF is hosting some of the most established international media outlets, including: Arte France, BBC Arabic, CBC Docs, Al Jazeera, BBC Africa, The Guardian, Coda Story, Our World and many more.