The annual SIMA Awards recognize outstanding achievements in high-integrity documentary storytelling, honoring bold, cinematic work from around the world that defines the field, expands perspective, and resonates far beyond the screen. Each year, projects from over 140 countries compete for awards, cash prizes, global recognition, and entry into SIMA’s distribution ecosystem — extending their reach into classrooms, communities, and cultural spaces worldwide.
DEADLINES
Early Bird Deadline — September 18
Regular Deadline — September 25
Late Deadline — October 9
HRE USA is a project of the Center for Transformative Action.