Call for Public Screening Proposals in Raising Awareness on Gender-Based Violence through Film

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, invites eligible applicants to submit public screening proposals for projects that aim to raise awareness of Gender-Based Violence (GBV). These screenings must form part of the national response to GBV and align with the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children campaign.

This initiative seeks to support indoor, outdoor, and/or drive-in public film screenings that stimulate dialogue, healing, and social cohesion by showcasing South African films that address the multifaceted impact of GBV on individuals, families, and society.

Applicants need to register and complete the online public screening application form using the following link: https://nfvf.praxisgms.co.za/

Funding Details:

Funding Cap - R150 000 per approved application

Number of Screenings: 1 to 3 screenings per applicants

Screening Period - All screenings must take place between 25 November 2025 (the start of 16 Days of Activism) and 31 January 2026

Final claim submission deadline: 28 February 2026

Important notice:

Please take note of the following disclaimers:

Tier yourself accordingly.

Carefully read the definitions of the subcategories before selecting.

It is advisable that the main applicant applies instead of using a 3rd party to apply on their behalf

Only recently certified documents will be accepted. (NOT OLDER THAN 6 MONTHS, WITH A DATED STAMP)

Only valid documents will be accepted (NOT EXPIRED DOCUMENTS)

Applications which do not meet compliance will be disqualified

Eligibility:

For the interested service provider to be considered, they must meet the following requirements:

Must be a South African citizen

The company to be at least 51% owned and managed by the applicant

Eligible Tiers:

Tier 2 (Intermediate Public Screening): public screenings that have been in existence for more than 5 years and less than 10 years

Tier 3 (Emerging Public Screening): hosts public screenings that have been in existence for less than 5 years

Call Duration:

Opening date for submissions: 21 May 2025

Closing date for submissions: 30 June 2025

Documentation and Information Required:

A one- page letter of motivation (Must indicate the aims and objectives of the project, how they will achieve a return on investment, and the benefits to the local film industry).

A detailed project plan and programme, including a proposed screening schedule (listing the names of films, dates, times, and venues of screenings).

An audience development plan and strategy.

A detailed project budget.

A certified copy of the Applicant's South African identity document (Dated within six months at the date of application) or valid permit or proof of permanent resident status.

A certified copy of the company's registration document.

Valid BBBEE certificate or the BBBEE affidavit, signed by a commissioner of Oath

Valid company tax clearance certificate or tax compliance pin document from SARS

A bank account confirmation letter (dated within three (3) months at the date of application).

A company profile including a detailed CV of the project director and his/her team that will be working on this project/

Film Publication Board Certificate - This will be required at the contracting stage for approved proposals.

Please refer to section 19 of the funding policy to see the full list of requirements, the qualifying expenses, evaluation criteria and applicable milestones.

Please note that no late applications will be accepted.

For any queries regarding applications please contact Application officers:

Thandekile Hlatshwayo

Email: thandekileh@nfvf.co.za

Or

Manti Sekwakwa

Email: mantis@nfvf.co.za

Telephone: 011 483 0880

LINK:	https://www.nfvf.co.za/call-for-public-screening-proposals-in-raising-...
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