Funding.
At the heart of the Emirates Academy Awards lies a commitment to empowering filmmakers by giving them the means to transform their visions into compelling cinematic works. We believe that funding is not merely financial support — it is an investment in the voices, ideas, and stories that shape the future of cinema.
Through our funding initiatives, we strive to nurture bold and authentic storytelling, encourage creative risk-taking, and help filmmakers from diverse backgrounds bring their projects to life. By fostering opportunities for collaboration between regional talent and the international film community, we aim to bridge cultures, spark innovation, and ensure that powerful stories reach audiences around the world.
Our mission is to create a sustainable ecosystem for filmmaking in the Emirates and beyond, where creativity is valued, originality is celebrated, and every deserving story has the chance to be told. The Emirates Academy Film Fundstands as a vital resource in achieving this vision — supporting not just films, but the people and ideas that keep cinema vibrant and transformative.
Emirates Academy Film Fund.
150M+ global views.
500 Academy members.
3000+ festival selections for participating films.
The Emirates Academy Awards unites visionary filmmakers to shape the future of global cinema.
The Academy brings together filmmakers, industry leaders, and emerging voices across key branches — including directing, writing, producing, acting, and technical crafts.
By uniting over 500 members from 38 countries and 67 nationalities, it fosters collaboration, excellence, and innovation in global cinema.
Membership is open to professionals whose work reflects outstanding achievement and commitment to the art of film.