CELEBRATING 15 YEARS OF GLOBAL IMPACT STORYTELLING

The annual SIMA Awards recognize outstanding achievements in high-integrity documentary storytelling, honoring bold, cinematic work from around the world that defines the field, expands perspective, and resonates far beyond the screen. Each year, projects from over 140 countries compete for awards, cash prizes, global recognition, and entry into SIMA’s distribution ecosystem — extending their reach into classrooms, communities, and cultural spaces worldwide.

ENTRY CATEGORIES

Feature Documentaries, Short Documentaries, Extended Reality (XR)/ Interactive, Impact Videos, Impact AI, and Production Companies.

DEADLINES

Early Bird Deadline — September 18

Regular Deadline — September 25

Late Deadline — October 9