Registration for the Ajyal Jury programme is now open until September 21, 2022.
The Doha Film Institute (DFI) is accepting applications from aspiring jurors for the special 10th edition of the Ajyal Film Festival, which takes place from October 1-8, 2022.
The 2022 special edition of the festival is DFI’s “tribute to the nation in a historic year,” with the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar set to take place in November and December.
The young people chosen will participate in a special edition, with the film festival having an expanded programme of two events — one dedicated to the jurors in October and the second, a public event from November 22 to December 16 that will coincide with the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar.
Young people between eight and 25 are invited to register for the Ajyal Jury Experience to explore the world of cinema through curated film screenings, workshops and discussions.
Last year more than 500 jurors from 45 nationalities served as Ajyal Jurors, who had access to specially curated workshops, daily film screenings, jury discussions, Ajyal Talks and opportunities to interact with global filmmakers in the Spotlight sessions and a range of events and activities that inspire creative interaction and stimulate cinematic dialogue.
In a fun and collaborative environment, Ajyal Jury in three age-specific groups is empowered to find their creative voice and discover cinema not just from the perspective of entertainment but as a medium that can bring about positive social change.
Speaking about the event, Fatma Hassan Alremaihi, Chief Executive Officer of Doha Film Institute, said: “The Ajyal Jury Experience is truly a one-of-a-kind cultural initiative, that brings together young people from across the world for a week-long celebration of film that will not only enhance their understanding of the world but also help build their interpersonal and professional skills. Ajyal over the years has allowed the youth to explore new horizons of creative and cultural understanding, and we take great pride in our global Ajyal community and its collective belief that art and film are here to comfort and inspire each of us.
“This year, as we mark a Special 10th edition to coincide with the extraordinary global event that Qatar is hosting, we look forward to welcoming our vibrant team of over 500 Ajyal Jurors to come together across physical and cultural divides, instilling a sense of empowerment to build a brighter future and bringing us closer together as a global community.”
Registration to the Ajyal Jury programme is now open until September 21, 2022. Applicants can benefit from an early bird discounted fee of QAR 150 ($41.20) for registrations completed before September 1, 2022. The standard fee is QAR 250 ($68.66) with discounted fees for siblings and Qatar Museums Culture Pass Members costing QAR 200 ($54.93).
Ajyal Jurors are categorised into three competition segments – Mohaq (ages 8-12), Hilal (ages 13-17) and Bader (ages 18-25). They will evaluate a curated film programme covering feature films and short films appropriate to their age.
