Who can apply to Democracy at Stake in Europe Documentary Fund?

Open to filmmakers making documentary shorts exploring the theme of Democracy at Stake in Europe.

What does Democracy at Stake in Europe Documentary Fund offer?

£10,000 in production funding, editorial and creative support, and distribution across Guardian and arte.tv platforms

When is the application deadline?

The deadline is 14 September 2026.

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Democracy at Stake in Europe Documentary Fund

Guardian Documentaries and arte.tv

Deadline: Sep 14
Award: £10,000 in production funding, editorial and creative support, and distribution across Guardian and arte.tv platforms
Entry fee: Free
Eligibility: Open to filmmakers making documentary shorts exploring the theme of Democracy at Stake in Europe.

Discipline

Video

About

Guardian Documentaries and arte.tv have collaborated to launch a new fund supporting filmmakers creating documentary shorts. The fund focuses on the theme of 'Democracy at Stake in Europe'. One winning project will receive £10,000 in production funding, comprehensive editorial and creative support from both organizations, and distribution across the Guardian and arte.tv platforms.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply to Democracy at Stake in Europe Documentary Fund?: Open to filmmakers making documentary shorts exploring the theme of Democracy at Stake in Europe.
What does Democracy at Stake in Europe Documentary Fund offer?: £10,000 in production funding, editorial and creative support, and distribution across Guardian and arte.tv platforms
When is the application deadline?: The deadline is 14 September 2026.
Is there an application fee?: No — applying is free.

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