Deadline: 06-Apr-2026
The CCCL Film Festival offers film production grants to emerging Thai and Southeast Asian filmmakers exploring climate change and its social, cultural, and political impacts. Selected filmmakers will attend a 4-day workshop in Bangkok and receive funding up to THB 75,000 to support production of climate-focused short films.
Overview
The CCCL Film Festival, organized by the Tonkla Rak Lok Foundation, supports emerging filmmakers from Southeast Asia to tell climate-related stories that highlight social, cultural, economic, and environmental challenges.
The program aims to:
- Strengthen storytelling skills of filmmakers
- Support production of short films addressing climate realities
- Highlight diverse perspectives including gender, indigenous knowledge, and vulnerable communities
- Encourage solutions-oriented narratives that inspire awareness and action
Focus Themes
Applicants are encouraged to explore topics such as:
- Gender and climate justice
- Climate-induced migration and displacement
- Urban poverty and adaptation
- Mental health and economic inequality
- Food and water security
- Biodiversity and wildlife conservation
- Energy justice
- Indigenous knowledge and nature-based solutions
- Technology and innovation in climate action
Who is Eligible?
- Citizens of Southeast Asian countries: Brunei, Myanmar, Cambodia, Timor-Leste, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam
- Directors or producers with prior experience in at least one publicly distributed short film or video
- Applicants of any age, with encouragement for youth, women, and gender minorities
- Priority for filmmakers from climate-affected, underrepresented, indigenous, or low-income communities
- Must be proficient in English for workshop participation
Workshop Details
- Dates: June 12–15, 2026
- Location: Bangkok, Thailand
- Duration: 4 days of training, mentoring, and project pitching
- Requirements: Travel to Bangkok by June 11, 2026, and availability throughout the workshop
- Support: Travel and accommodation expenses for selected participants will be covered
Funding and Project Support
- Number of Projects Selected for Workshop: At least 10
- Number of Projects Receiving Production Funding: Minimum of 5
- Grant Amount: Up to THB 75,000 (~USD 2,400) per project
- Funding is intended for production of short films aligned with the festival’s climate themes
How to Apply
- Prepare Project Proposal
- Outline story concept, climate focus, production plan, and target impact
- Eligibility Check
- Ensure citizenship, prior filmmaking experience, and English proficiency
- Submit Proposal
- Submit as director or producer with supporting materials
- Workshop Participation
- Selected applicants attend training, mentorship, and pitch sessions
- Production Funding
- Successful projects receive financial support for completing the short film
Why This Program Matters
- Amplifies voices from Southeast Asia on climate issues
- Provides funding, training, and mentorship for emerging filmmakers
- Encourages inclusive storytelling from underrepresented and vulnerable communities
- Contributes to awareness, education, and action on climate change
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without prior short film or video experience
- Failing to meet citizenship or language requirements
- Ignoring workshop attendance and travel obligations
- Submitting proposals outside focus themes
- Overlooking diverse representation or inclusivity considerations
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who can apply for the CCCL Film Festival grant?
Emerging filmmakers from Southeast Asian countries with prior short film experience.
2. Are there age restrictions?
No; the program is open to all ages.
3. What is the workshop location and duration?
Bangkok, Thailand, June 12–15, 2026, with full participation required.
4. How much funding is available per project?
Up to THB 75,000 (~USD 2,400).
5. How many projects will receive production funding?
At least five projects.
6. What themes are eligible?
Climate change in social, cultural, and political contexts, including gender and climate justice, migration, urban adaptation, biodiversity, and indigenous knowledge.
7. Are travel and accommodation covered?
Yes, for selected workshop participants.
Conclusion
The CCCL Film Festival 2026 empowers Southeast Asian filmmakers to create impactful, climate-focused short films while receiving mentorship, training, and funding support. By participating, filmmakers can contribute to climate awareness, inclusive storytelling, and social change across the region.
For more information, visit CCCL Film Festival.