FilmAid
Civic and Social OrganizationsNew York, United States51-200 Employees
FilmAid is a civic and social organization based in New York City, founded in 1999 by independent filmmakers in response to the Kosovo refugee crisis. The organization works to amplify the voices of displaced youth and deliver life-saving information to communities in need through a multi-channel, community-based approach that includes video, radio, print, SMS, and digital media campaigns created in collaboration with refugee communities. Through these efforts, FilmAid reaches more than 400,000 people annually in refugee camps and urban settings, providing actionable guidance on rights, safety, health, and the future. The organization also runs 24-month media training programs designed to empower aspiring storytellers to advocate for themselves and their communities, contributing to a pathway for continued engagement and hope.