Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 - Singapore
Singapore Regional Partner
Anchor Partners
Platform Partners
AI Innovation Partner
THEME: COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 centres on the theme of Community Empowerment, guided by the tagline: Belonging, Resilience, and Thriving.
Community empowerment is the process by which people draw on their collective strengths to shape their futures — bound not by borders, but by belonging, mutual care, and shared purpose. It grows when people come together with trust and commitment to take action, amplify voices often unheard, and build the resilience to thrive with dignity and hope.
Inspiring Asia is a platform that celebrates Asia’s diverse cultures, innovative spirit, and commitment to positive change. In 2026, it will unfold through eight Regional Film Festivals, with Singapore as one of eight participating regions alongside China, Indonesia, Mongolia, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, and Hong Kong — creating a wider platform for local voices to be seen across Asia.
We welcome submissions from Singapore’s filmmakers, students, NGOs, and changemakers. Whether your work tells a personal story or highlights a community-based project, initiative, or solution, we believe it can raise awareness, inspire action, spark meaningful dialogue, and foster collaborative philanthropy for a better future.
KEY DATES
SUBMISSION AND SELECTION PROCESS
The festival follows a two-phase structure, beginning with the Regional Phase and culminating in the Main Phase.
AWARD CATEGORIES & PRIZES
Best Project Award
- Recognizes outstanding social impact initiatives centred on the theme, with a proven solution with potential for scale and sustainability.
- Presented to the relevant nonprofit organization or social enterprise to support the deepening and expansion of their work.
Best Micro Film Award
- Recognizes excellence in storytelling, cinematography, and thematic expression.
- Awarded to the creative team to support their continued contribution to storytelling and social impact communication.
Best AI Film Award
- Celebrates outstanding AI-generated or -assisted micro films that showcase creativity, storytelling, and social impact.
- Presented to creative teams to support further practice in AI-driven creation.
Inspiring Asia Grand Final Award Prizes
Top entries from each region will advance to the Inspiring Asia Main Phase, where they will compete for the highest recognition and prizes.
Best Project Award
USD $100,000
Best Micro Film Award
USD $50,000
Best AI Film Award
USD $10,000
Inspiring Singapore Regional Phase
- Project Category
- Best Project Award USD $10,000
- Finalist USD $1,000
- Micro Film Category
- Best Micro Film Award USD $5,000
- Next Gen Award (Student Category) USD $1,000
- Audience Choice Award USD $1,000
- Finalist USD $500
- AI Category
- Best AI Film Award USD $1,000
- Finalist USD $500
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Film Submission Requirements
- Format: MP4 / MOV / AVI
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 widescreen – 720p / 1080p / 4K
- Duration: 3 to 6 minutes
- File Size: 100MB – 5GB
- Language: No restrictions, but non-English films must include English subtitles.
- Additional Submission Materials
- Film posters (one landscape, one portrait)
- Film stills (minimum of three high-resolution images)
How to Submit
- Preview the submission form and prepare the required materials.
- Submit your entry through the official submission portal once it opens.
Category-Specific Submission Requirements
Best Micro Film Award
- Film File (meeting technical requirements)
- Production Team Information: Names and roles of key team members
- Film Synopsis: Brief description of the story, creative vision, and message
- Filming details, teaser trailer, technical highlights, director’s statement, etc.
Best Project Award
To apply for the Best Project Award, applicants must submit a micro film together with additional materials describing the project behind the film.
- Film File (meeting technical requirements)
- Project Summary: Problem addressed, goals, approach, innovation, and impact
- Organization Overview: Mission, capacity, and proof of registration or governance
- Impact and Growth Plan: Outcomes, sustainability, scalability, use of prize funding
- Additional Information (Optional): Statistics on impact, financial transparency, media coverage, or validation documents
Best AI Film Award
- Film File (meeting technical requirements)
- Creator Team Information: Names and roles of key team members
- Film Synopsis: Brief description of the story, creative vision, and message
- AI Platform / Tool Used: Identification of the primary AI tools or platforms used
- Explanation of how AI was integrated into your process
Judging Criteria
Best Micro Film Award
- Filmmaking Excellence
- Storytelling
- Impact
- Theme Expression
- Creativity
Best Project Award
- Catalytic Impact
- Innovative Approach
- Communication of Issue
- Sustainability
- Scalability
Best AI Film Award
- Creativity & Originality
- Technical Execution
- Storytelling & Narrative
- Cinematic Excellence
- Social Impact & Relevance
COPYRIGHT & LICENSING
Declaration of Accuracy & Submission Rights
- The participant confirms that all information provided is accurate and that they have the right to submit this film or project on behalf of the production team or organization. The participant understands that the award will be granted to the designated production team or organization, not necessarily the submitter.
Copyright & Licensing
- The participant confirms that they are either the copyright holder or are authorized to submit on behalf of the rights holder(s).
- The participant grants the Festival a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use the submitted film and materials for non-commercial festival purposes, including review, screening, and promotion (both online and offline).
- Copyright remains with the original rights holder(s).
Contact Us
contact@inspiringasia.org
