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Alternativa
We are a global non-profit initiative that supports and promotes filmmakers from the Global South whose work has the potential to bring positive change to the world. Our mission is to amplify the international visibility of impact-driven talents and help their films reach broad and diverse audiences. By championing stories that make a difference, we bridge regional divides, empower local communities, and contribute to meaningful social transformation.
OUR values
Empowerment
We support local communities by giving them a voice in the film industry.
Courage
We dare people to follow a path of their own.
Openness and transparency
We are transparent about our work and encourage others to do the same.
Inclusiveness
We provide equal opportunities and strive to eliminate discrimination.
Social impact
We promote positive social change through the films and filmmakers we support.
Cooperation
We foster respectful dialogue and collaboration within the film industry and across cultures.
Engagement
We champion films that resonate with audiences worldwide and inspire action.
What We Do
Our work is centered around three areas: the Alternativa Film Festival, the Alternativa Film Screenings, and the Alternativa Film Labs. Together, they form a platform that drives our mission of creating impact through cinema.
OUR TEAM
As a global team with diverse cultural and social backgrounds, we deeply understand the importance of amplifying underrepresented voices. We admire the creators we work with and are thrilled to showcase their work.
ADVISORY BOARD
Renowned film industry experts and changemakers from around the world who help us develop our strategy and refine our vision.
Matthieu Darras
France
Margje de Koning
The Netherlands
Gugi Gumilang
Indonesia
Gita Saedi Kiely
USA
Gulnara Abikeyeva
Kazakhstan
Matthieu Darras
France
Margje de Koning
Gugi Gumilang
Gita Saedi Kiely
Gulnara Abikeyeva
ABOUT inDRIVE
Empowering change through storytelling
inDrive is a ride-hailing platform committed to fairness, equality, and social impact. Beyond transportation, inDrive supports storytelling as a tool for change, partnering with Alternativa to help filmmakers share powerful stories that challenge injustice, raise awareness, and inspire action.
By fostering connections between filmmakers, audiences, and change-makers, inDrive amplifies voices that might otherwise go unheard. This collaboration reflects a shared vision with Alternativa — to use cinema as a force for social transformation, ensuring that important stories reach the world and drive meaningful change.
Backed by Purpose
inDrive helps promote fairness and social impact in the film industry.
Filmmakers receive support to share their stories with a global audience and drive meaningful change.
‘Cinema is a very powerful tool which makes it possible to communicate important ideas to society and draw attention to local and global issues’.
Partners
Alternativa thrives thanks to the steadfast support of its global and local partners. Together, we continue to push boundaries, amplify diverse voices, and strive to make positive changes. We sincerely thank all our partners for their invaluable commitment.
ALTERNATIVA FILM FESTIVAL
Presents an alternative system for recognizing filmmakers from the film industries of the Global South, enabling their work to reach broad and diverse audiences and build bridges across regions. We honor films that bring positive change to the world and society.
