Open Call: AU-EU Youth Voices Lab for Emerging Filmmakers Aged 18-35
Applications are now open for the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab – Power of the Collective programme. This targets emerging filmmakers aged 18-35 from Africa and Europe. Creatives with storytelling, filming, and editing experience can apply. Selected participants will produce short documentaries, social media edits, and event highlights. These works focus on youth-led advocacy, community impact, and social transformation. Filmmakers receive grants from €765 to €1800 per project. They also gain networking with international partners. The programme runs a rolling recruitment to build a diverse database. This article covers requirements, budget details, and how to apply.
The AU-EU Youth Voices Lab aims to help young people advocate their concerns. This happens at local, national, continental, and cross-continental levels. It ties into the AU-EU partnership in Africa. Participants create content that shows youth driving change in communities. They make 3-15 minute documentaries. They also produce social media edits and event highlights. All this work amplifies youth voices. It builds dialogue and visibility across continents.
To qualify, filmmakers must meet these key requirements:
- Be 18-35 years old when starting the assignment.
- Have proven experience filming human impact stories, project documentaries, or outdoor youth events.
- Show proficiency in camera operation, sound capture, and editing.
- Own all necessary tools and equipment for the job.
- Provide technical support like storytelling techniques and narrative structure.
- Be available to travel.
- Have strong communication skills and respond well to feedback.
Familiarity with the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab or similar youth programmes is a plus.
The programme focuses on these countries: Burkina Faso, Burundi, Belgium, Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. This list spans Africa and Europe. It supports the cross-continental goals of the initiative.
Filmmakers receive grants from €765 to €1800 per project. Restless Development provides the budget upon engagement. Payments follow this schedule:
| Payment Stage | Percentage | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Start of production | 50% | Paid at the beginning of the work. |
| Completion and approval | 50% | Paid after satisfactory deliverables and quality check. |
Filmmakers invoice Restless Development for each output. All payments depend on timelines and standards.
This is a rolling recruitment with no set deadline. It builds a diverse database of filmmakers. Selected ones join a pre-vetted network for project-based work. Expect collaboration chances and portfolio growth. Check the official webpage to learn more and apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab?
Filmmakers aged 18-35 from countries like Burkina Faso, Kenya, Nigeria, Belgium, and others, with experience in filming human stories and editing.
What kind of projects will participants create?
Short 3-15 minute documentaries, social media edits, and event highlights focused on youth advocacy and community impact.
How much funding is available, and when is it paid?
Grants range from €765 to €1800 per project, with 50% paid at production start and 50% after completion and approval.
Is there a deadline for applications?
No, it’s rolling recruitment to build a diverse database—apply anytime through the official webpage.