Pioneering Social Justice Media
Since 1968
Since 1968, Third World Newsreel (TWN) has been at the forefront of advocating for media that champions cultural and social justice, highlighting the narratives of historically marginalized and diverse communities. is committed to fostering unity and solidarity through powerful storytelling that drives change.
Our Programs:
Amplifying Stories, Igniting Change
Film Distribution
Our extensive library features over 700 titles from more than 400 filmmakers, chronicling pivotal movements and stories over the last five decades.
Hands-on training and free seminars equip storytellers with tools to create impactful media and advance their skills and careers.
Training
Exhibitions
Engage with fascinating films and timely events shaped for public dialogue, understanding, and action.
We provide financial administration, production, and fundraising consultations to assist mission-aligned filmmakers in realizing their visionary projects.
Fiscal Sponsorship
Whether You're An Aspiring Filmmaker, An Educator, Or A Film Enthusiast, There’s A Place For You Here. Immerse Yourself In Stories That Drive Change.
Whether You're An Aspiring Filmmaker, An Educator, Or A Film Enthusiast, There’s A Place For You Here. Immerse Yourself In Stories That Drive Change.
If you attended any of our programs or watched our films, please consider making a donation to TWN today!
We are excited to continue with our free Evening Seminars Series with In-person and Online Sessions for Filmmakers and their Audiences
The TWN Production Workshop is an intensive 6-month program for aspiring and emerging filmmakers committed to social justice.
Media For A Just World
Driven by filmmakers, is dedicated to fostering creative expression and dialogue. Through comprehensive training, engaging public seminars, and a diverse catalog for education and exhibitions, we collaborate with filmmakers across documentary, experimental, and fiction genres.
Our mission: to ignite conversations and catalyze change.
Voices Of Impact: Our Community Speaks
When I first joined a twn workshop, I was an aspiring filmmaker with a vision but uncertain how to bring it to life. twn didn't just offer me tools and training; they provided a community that believed in my story.
When I first joined a twn workshop, I was an aspiring filmmaker with a vision but uncertain how to bring it to life. twn didn't just offer me tools and training; they provided a community that believed in my story. The mentors and peers I met there have become lifelong collaborators and friends. Today, I'm proud to say my documentary, which highlights the struggles and triumphs of Indigenous communities, has not only been made but has received acclaim in film festivals. This journey of empowerment and creation began with twn, and for that, I am eternally grateful.
When I first joined a twn workshop, I was an aspiring filmmaker with a vision but uncertain how to bring it to life. twn didn't just offer me tools and training; they provided a community that believed in my story. The mentors and peers I met there have become lifelong collaborators and friends. Today, I'm proud to say my documentary, which highlights the struggles and triumphs of Indigenous communities, has not only been made but has received acclaim in film festivals. This journey of empowerment and creation began with twn, and for that, I am eternally grateful.
When I first joined a twn workshop, I was an aspiring filmmaker with a vision but uncertain how to bring it to life. twn didn't just offer me tools and training; they provided a community that believed in my story. The mentors and peers I met there have become lifelong collaborators and friends. Today, I'm proud to say my documentary, which highlights the struggles and triumphs of Indigenous communities, has not only been made but has received acclaim in film festivals. This journey of empowerment and creation began with twn, and for that, I am eternally grateful.
“It wasn’t until I took a film workshop at TWN that I actually believed that I could make a film.”
“Technique for us is secondary. The people themselves have a rich life experience, a knowledge of history and their culture and community organization. And these people are far more qualified to make films than people who have learned their skills in a school."
“I learned to shoot and edit on video, but the most important thing I learned was how to collaborate with people on the stories that mattered to us.”
“TWN Production Program serves as a gateway for emerging makers to move forward – several have managed with their workshop film projects to then enter the elite film schools, others have gone straight into the field, including colleagues that I work with in the industry now.”
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“It was a great experience that I continue to cherish."
“I learned so much both technically and artistically and now feel connected to a community of people who share my values as a filmmaker.”
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“I always felt supported by the facilitators Chrystian Rodriguez, Danny Kim and JT Takagi. They helped me develop my proposal further and taught me the technical aspects to bring it to life.”
“The strength and value of TWN’s production program continues to impact other filmmakers like me, in finding community, mentorship, resources, and education in filmmaking.”
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“I made lifelong collaborators and found a rich filmmaking community through the fellowship cohort. I am so grateful for my experience with TWN for helping me find my creative voice and a BIPOC queer filmmaking community.”
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“It was refreshing and inspiring to be around other value-driven, community-oriented, and social-justice-oriented filmmakers.”
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Our Funders
We collaborate with a network of partners, supporters, and affiliates who share our vision. Their logos represent a collective commitment to fostering social justice media.
