Women in Film and Television International


Women in Film & Television International is a global network of non-profit membership chapters. Established in 1997, it is dedicated to advancing professional development and achievement for women working in all areas of film, video, and other screen-based media.

Aims

  • Enhance the international visibility of women in the entertainment industry.
  • Facilitate and encourage communication and cooperation internationally.
  • Develop bold international projects and initiatives.
  • Stimulate professional development and global networking opportunities for women.
  • Promote and support chapter development.
  • Celebrate the achievements of women in all areas of the industry.
  • Encourage diverse and positive representation of women in screen-based media worldwide.

    History

Women in Film Los Angeles was founded in 1973 by Tichi Wilkerson Kassel. After several Women in Film organizations were established in a variety of cities around the globe, Women in Film and Television International WIFTI was organized in the mid-1990s.

1973–1997

WIFTI chapters

RegionChapter
AfricaSouth Africa

Programs

  • Women in Film-LA presents annual awards at their Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards ceremonies. In 1988, they presented the Lillian Gish Award for excellence in episodic directing.
  • Women in Film Foundation's Film Finishing Fund supports films by, for or about women.
  • There are 22 affiliate organizations of WIFTI in the United States. The Washington D.C. affiliate, Women in Film & Video, has presented Women of Vision awards annually since 1994 to honor creative and technical achievements of women in media. Women in Film & Video has held a WIFV annual film festival.
  • Women In Film & Television Short Film Showcase, or WIFTI Short-Case, is a demonstration of WIFTI members' creativity, vision, and artistry.
  • WIFTI Summits have been held bi-annually.