Women in Film (WIF)

ADVOCACY: The WIF Advocacy programs call attention to inequality in the entertainment industry, and provide systemic change solutions. Fiscal Sponsorship - opportunities for outside groups to provide research and tools for gender equity. ReFrame - ReFrame is a research-based action plan in partnership with leaders across the industry committed to increasing the number of women of all backgrounds working in film, television, and media.Legacy - By filming interviews with trailblazing women whose accomplishments paved the way for new generations of women working in front of and behind the camera, we are building a library of knowledge and inspiration, preserved in a special collection at the UCLA Film & Television Archive.

HELPLINE: This integrated program offers resources and support-including referrals to pro bono attorneys, free therapist-run support groups, and other services from trusted partner organizations-to anyone who has experienced sexual harassment or misconduct while working in the entertainment industry.

CAREER EDUCATION:The WIF film programs provide educational opportunities and build skills that lead to sustainable careers that ultimately gender parity. Mentoring - Mentoring Circles and Peer Mentoring together offer a safe and open environment for established women to cultivate the next generation of women seeking professional guidance as they build their careers and networks. Film Finishing Fund - Through this fund, a select group of films-from any genre or format-is awarded grants in cash and in-kind gifts, enabling them to complete production; Pipeline/Labs - The Episodic Lab and Feature Residency are offered to promising non-professional television and film writers to hone their projects through workshops and master classes.Financing Intensive - education and resources for filmmakers for financing their narrative and documentary films. Scholarships - funding for university and college programs for people focused on gender equality.