Ajyal Film Festival is an annual celebration of film that is designed to nurture minds across generations and support the development of thoughtful future leaders. ‘Ajyal’ is Arabic for ‘generations’, as it brings people of all ages together through screenings and events that inspire creative interaction and stimulate cinematic dialogue.

The festival’s internationally acclaimed jury program connects young people between the ages of 8 and 25 for an invaluable exchange of culture and learning through film.

The Doha Film Institute (DFI) is accepting juror applications from youth from Qatar and beyond for the eighth edition of its flagship Ajyal Film Festival, set to take place from November 18 to 23 in a new hybrid format. 

As Ajyal Film Festival celebrates its 8th edition this year in the current global situation, DFI is presenting an adapted festival edition this November with most activities running online, and the possibility of in-person gatherings through select film screenings for our jurors.

Youths aged eight to 25 are invited to the Ajyal Jury Competition program and be part of invaluable cultural experience and explore the exciting world of cinema through curated film screenings, workshops, and discussions.

In a fun and collaborative environment, Ajyal Jury in three age-groups from 8-25 evaluate the films showcased at the festival and discover cinema not just from the perspective of entertainment but as a medium that can bring about positive social change.

DFI CEO Fatma Hassan Alremaihi said in a statement, “While we must remain responsive to the global public health situation, we are also hopeful that Ajyal’s move into the virtual sphere will inspire an even greater number of participants to benefit from this one-of-a-kind cultural initiative,” she added.

New this year, our @Ajyalfilm festival will welcome jurors up to the age of 25. If you're between 8 and 25, sign up at the link in our bio to join the #ajyal20 jury programme and enjoy an unparalleled experience. Early bird discount applies till September 13. #Qatar #Film pic.twitter.com/gugejqLcvM

— Doha Film Institute (@DohaFilm) August 23, 2020

Categorized in three competition segments – Mohaq (ages 8 to 12), Hilal (ages 13 to 17) and Bader (ages 18 to 25), the Ajyal Jurors evaluate a curated film program including feature films and short films appropriate to their age brackets. 

Last year more than 550 jurors of 54 nationalities served as Ajyal Jurors, who had access to specially curated workshops, daily film screenings, jury discussions, opportunities to interact with global filmmakers, and a range of events and activities that inspire creative interaction and stimulate cinematic dialogue.

Ajyal’s programming philosophy urges audiences to view film not just from the perspective of entertainment but as a medium that can bring about positive social change and understand the power that lies in each human being.

The last date for applications is until October 31. The registration fee of QR50 is required to confirm interest. Participants can avail of an early bird discounted fee of QR150 for applications received before September 20.

How to Register

A registration fee of QAR 50 is required to confirm your interest. Registration is open from 20 August to 31 October 2020. You must be between the ages of 8 and 25 to be an Ajyal Juror.

If you are one of the lucky finalists, the below fees are required to confirm your participation.

Standard Fee
QAR 250

Discounted Fee (Siblings and Qatar Museums Culture Pass Members)
QAR 200

Those who want to register for the Ajyal Jury program can visit: https://www.dohafilminstitute.com/ajyaljury

For any queries, please contact ajyaljury@dohafilminstitute.com.

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