WIFT NZ, Women in Film and Television Incorporated, is an organisation with over 900 members working in film, television and associated industries which works to support growth and sustainability in the screen industries with a particular emphasis on equal opportunity and participation for women. WIFT NZ belongs to a global network and runs a full and varied programme of workshops, events, and  mentoring; offers a varied range of purchasing discounts; issues a regular newsletter and provides networking, research, advocacy, information and support services.
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The Power of Inclusion Summit

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In the news...

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Watch Gladding's short doco on mental health

Congratulations to Angharad Gladding whose short documentary It Is Me was released on Monday by Toge+her, a supportive space for women that addresses mental health issues. The very talented Angharad (of MEAN Productions) directed the documentary, and created the illustrations that feature th ...read more.

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POI speaker Tilane Jones promoted

Great news for Tilane Jones, who has been promoted from Vice President to President of Ava DuVernay's trailblazing film collective ARRAY, which is dedicated to the amplification of films by people of colour and women. In the newly created position, Jones will now lead Array Alliance, the non- ...read more.

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Hellreigel announces tour dates for Sportsman of the Year

It will be a busy end to Jan Hellriegel's year as she tours the country promoting her latest work, Sportsman Of The Year - A Suburban Philosophy. This is Jan's fourth studio album, and it's also available as a beautifully produced book with photos and 12 chapters based on her songs. She also ...read more.

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Last days for earlybird submissions to Maoriland Film Festival

You'd better get your skates on if you're planning to enter the Māoriland Film Festival 2020! The free earlybird registration closes on 30 August, 2019. The deadline for submissions is October 7, 2019, and late submissions will be considered until October 27, 2019. MFF 2020 will be held from ...read more.

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Meet POI speaker Kirsten Schaffer

You'll open new doors at the WIFTI and The Power of Inclusion summit! Meet Kirsten Schaffer, executive director of Women In Film, Los Angeles (WIFLA). Kirsten was the director of programming and then executive director of Outfest, and is widely credited as having helped Outfest become ...read more.

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