Recognitions

Recipient videos of the PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival are chosen based on their potential to have an impact on the audience, as well as on their artistic, innovative, and creative content. UNAOC and IOM work closely with an International Jury of six to eight members who are selected every year for their experience and achievements in the fields of filmmaking and media, as well as migration, diversity, social inclusion, and the prevention of xenophobia.

There are a variety of opportunities and distinctions granted through PLURAL+ each year. The PLURAL+ International Jury Distinction is given to one video per age category (three prizes in total). In addition, UNAOC and IOM will award three special categories: the first one, the Special Recognition for the Prevention of Xenophobia, will be conferred to a film that best illustrates the issue of xenophobia and fosters respect for all. The second one, the Recognition #forSafeWorship, will celebrate a film that best explores the theme of religious diversity and coexistence between religions and faiths in our modern world. Finally, and for the first time this year, PLURAL+ will confer a Special Recognition for Peace and Solidarity to honor a film that embodies the universal values of peace and solidarity, advocating for a culture of peace and understanding. PLURAL+ partner organizations will also award a multitude of recognitions and professional opportunities to several young filmmakers.

Recipients get a chance to present their work during the annual PLURAL+ Ceremony, an exciting event attended by a diverse, global audience (UN staff, media professionals, representatives of civil society organizations, academics, etc.).

PLURAL+ videos gain international exposure, and their young media makers get the opportunity to meet and network with many professionals, peers, and organizations and explore opportunities for further distribution and dissemination of their work.

In addition to the above, special recognitions are given by the many PLURAL+ Partners each year.