championing gender equity since 1989
St. John's International Women's Film Festival has championed the creative work of women and gender-diverse artists worldwide since 1989. Driven by a bold vision, SJIWFF dares to imagine a gender-equitable, artist-centred screen industry.
intimate & international
We celebrate films written or directed by women and gender-diverse artists year-round and host a signature five-day international festival and film industry forum.
Join is October 22-26, 2024 in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada to celebrate our 35th edition.
artist-focused industry programming
Designed to foster meaningful connections, maximize opportunities, and develop filmmakers.
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