For 40 years, Film Independent has supported independent artists who are driving creativity in the industry. Film Independent’s mission is to champion creative independence in visual storytelling in all its forms, and to foster a culture of inclusion. We support a global community of artists and audiences who embody diversity, innovation, curiosity and uniqueness of vision.
The Golden Globe Foundation has provided longstanding support to Project Involve, which is Film Independent’s first Artist Development program that was launched 31 years ago. Project Involve is a free, nine-month-long program dedicated to building a more inclusive and equitable film industry by providing mentorship and production experience to emerging filmmakers.
Each year, up to 35 talented filmmakers from communities underrepresented in film (primarily women and non-binary filmmakers, filmmakers from BIPOC communities, LGBTQ+ filmmakers and filmmakers with disabilities) receive the opportunity to hone skills, form creative partnerships, produce short films, and advance their careers as working artists. Through Project Involve, filmmakers often form long-term working relationships with other members of their cohort.
