Our Mission
Film Festival Alliance unites and empowers film festivals worldwide, creating a dynamic network of industry professionals. We champion sustainable, inclusive film exhibition while amplifying the voices of festival organizers, programmers, and curators across the global cinema community.
How We Serve Film Festivals
As the leading professional organization for film festivals, FFA connects over 300 festivals and industry professionals across North America and the UK. Our global membership spans 48 states and includes major international festivals, regional showcases, and emerging events.
We deliver:
- Year-round professional development programs specifically designed for film festival organizers and programmers
- Industry networking events and strategic film community partnerships that connect festival professionals with distributors, filmmakers, and exhibitors
- Exclusive member resources and cost-saving benefits that help festivals operate more efficiently
- Strategic advocacy for independent film exhibition and cinema accessibility
- Collaborative opportunities connecting festival organizers and industry partners
Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility
Film Festival Alliance is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for our members, staff, board, and the public. FFA strives to develop its programs through a diverse lens by drawing from a wide range of perspectives. It is vital that our programs, resources, and community are accessible across a broad spectrum including disability access, financial affordability, proximity to power, and positionality within the wider industry. FFA does not tolerate abuse of any kind and requires participants to adhere to a Code of Conduct when participating in FFA-sanctioned activities. More on our approach to accessibility can be found here.