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We created the first documentary impact lab in Ireland working in partnership with Guth Gafa an Irish media arts organization based in Donegal, providing training and tools for professional filmmakers. They developed actionably strategies for ensuring their films will have the best possible impact.
Supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland through the Screen Stakeholder Funding Scheme Presented in partnership with Docs Ireland.
A new filmmaker training initiative.
on impact distribution, the program features an in-person workshop in late April in Donegal, five online sessions, and workshop and live pitch at Docs Ireland in Belfast 17-20 June 2026 .
International Expert Presenters
Ana Castañosa, FIFDH Impact Days ;
Kristin Feeley, Sundance Documentary;
Patricia Finneran StoryMatters;
Stefania Gualberti, Thinking Changes;
Ben Kempas Film & Campaign;
David Rane, Guth Gafa & Soilsiú Films.
Who Participatred
- Irish filmmakers with feature documentaries that have strong potential for impact.
- For projects in Development, Production, or Post-production
- Open to international co-productions where either the Director or the lead Producer is Irish.
The Opportunity
- Lab 1: Two days in residence in Donegal - Late April 2026.
- Five (5) Online Sessions featuring expert presenters.
- Lab 2: Two days in residence at Docs Ireland in Belfast 17-20 June 2026 exact two days to be confirmed.
