Luminaries Student and Youth Program (16+)
This initiative is designed to help us create meaningful pathways for youth to engage with social justice filmmaking within our local community.
Mission Statement: to support local youth in social justice by creating meaningful pathways for involvement in Sundar Prize Film Festival’s community-focused programming designed for the next generation of filmmakers and activists through education, opportunities, and awards.
About the Program
The Luminaries program is committed to being accessible and inclusive, open to youth of all backgrounds regardless of previous film experience. Participants join a community of filmmakers and activists working on projects that reflect care, justice, and creative impact.
Luminaries will also have opportunities to volunteer, join the student shortlist jury, or potentially have their film premiere at the BC Student Film Showcase during the 2026 Sundar Prize Film Festival.
Program Initiatives
For Teachers and Schools
Luminaries participants can take part in a range of immersive and empowering initiatives:
- BC Student Film Showcase
- Equipment Program
- Filmmaker Mentorship Program
- Industry Networking Reception
- KDocsFF Emerging Filmmaker Residency Program
- Open Mic Pitch Session
- Panel Discussions
- Storyteller’s Contest
- Volunteer Program
- Win Prizes at the Sundar Prize Film Festival
- Youth Jury Program
We are seeking partnerships with schools and educators to help students engage with the Luminaries Program. Support can take many forms:
- Hosting classroom presentations
- Sharing program opportunities in newsletters or announcements
- Referring students for volunteer and jury opportunities
- Encourage students to enter the Storyteller’s Contest
To collaborate, or to request a presentation for your classroom, contact: volunteer@sundarprize.com
To explore all opportunities, program details, and contest guidelines, download the full info deck below.