Young people aged eight to 25 from around the world are invited to become part of the Ajyal Jury Experience, offering them a platform to not only engage with internationally acclaimed cinema but also voice their opinions on key global issues.
The event annually brings together more than 500 young participants from over 50 countries. Jurors will watch a wide range of films from across the world, share perspectives with their peers, and interact with filmmakers and industry professionals through curated workshops and discussions.
The Ajyal Jury Experience enables young people to discover the transformative power of film in three age-specific groups – Mohaq (ages 8-12), Hilal (ages 13-17) and Bader (ages 18-25). Jurors are encouraged to explore cinema not only as a form of entertainment but as a medium for promoting positive social change. Jurors’ votes will determine which filmmakers will receive funding for their next projects, playing a crucial role in helping to shape the global cinematic narrative.
In a press statement, DFI CEO and Ajyal Film Festival director Fatma Hassan Alremaihi said: “By encouraging creativity, sparking meaningful dialogue, and inspiring the next generation to dream without limitations, the programme empowers youth to raise their voices on global issues.”
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