The Activists Without Borders Film Festival (AWBFF) and Awards is an in-person event held in the UK, celebrating powerful documentaries and dramas that address critical issues such as human rights violations, the climate crisis, and social inequality.
This annual event serves as a platform for impactful storytelling and social change, featuring a diverse range of film screenings, thought-provoking panel discussions, and an awards ceremony to honour excellence in social filmmaking.
Each year, AWBFF attracts hundreds of submissions from filmmakers worldwide. Selected films are screened during the festival, followed by discussions that delve into their themes and encourage collaboration and networking among attendees.
In addition to competitive awards, the festival presents trophies to runners-up and honorary awards to many other submissions in recognition of their efforts in social filmmaking. Last year, over 70% of submissions received either a Social Impact Award or an Honorary Award.
Host:
Activists Without Borders (AWB) is a UK-based non-profit advocacy and campaigns group dedicated to protecting human and environmental rights, empowering activists, and addressing injustices worldwide.
Venue:
This year's festival will take place at the Reading Biscuit Factory Cinema, Reading, on 17-18 October 2026.
