Alwan awards

Here's a great opportunity to participate in a film competition that raises awareness of an important subject.

Alwan for the Arts and 3rd i NY have posted an open call for submissions for the 2nd Annual Alwan 3rd i Awards. Enter a short film or video art (20 minutes or less) that increases "awareness of the creative vitality and sociopolitical realities of the Middle East, North Africa and South and Central Asia as well as their global diasporas."

Awards range from $500 to $1,000, and will be presented and accompanied by screenings of the winning works on Thursday, December 11th.

Go for it! And check out MNN's running list of grants and awards programs to keep tabs on opportunities all year long.