DOCATHON GLOBAL
An international film festival challenging students to create impactful films featuring local changemakers.
Registration Deadline!
The deadline for registration is February 14, 2025! Your short documentary film must be submitted by March 5th, 2025. (*contact us for extenuating circumstances).
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Why take part?
- Learn how to make a 5 minute film via a short course.
- Connect to local changemakers.
- Get mentorship from pros.
- Connect with student filmmakers from around the globe; watch and discuss the documentaries you've made.
- Gain VIP access to the online awards, win prizes.
- Demonstrate transferable skills and actions beyond academics
what to expect
Learn how to make a mini documentary by taking the "Filmmaking A Difference" course.
* No previous experience required!
- Research the story you want to tell.
- Explore your community and film.
- Edit your video to 3-6 minutes max.
- Submit your film before the deadline!
* No fancy cameras required!
- Share your Film: Present your work to filmmakers worldwide.
- Get Feedback: Receive insights and discuss themes with peers.
- Network: Connect with fellow filmmakers tackling similar topics.
Create, connect, and inspire global conversations through film!
Join the AWARDS!
Winning entries will be featured in the 'Oscars' ceremony hosted during the Changemaker Conference at the American International School of Budapest and streamed internationally.
the curriculum
Our Docathon course is designed to help you create your first ever short documentary - no prior experience, or fancy equipment, required!
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Welcome to Docathon!
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Everything You Need to Know
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Ethics in Filmmaking
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Student Action Notebook
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Live Mentorship
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Introduction
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Why Tell a Purposeful Story?
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Many Ways to Serve a Purpose
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Looking at Purpose in a Docathon Film
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What Purpose?
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Introduction
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It's about CONNECTION
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Circle of Concern Activity
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It's about IMPACT too
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Did you Find a Story?
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A key to good filmmaking
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Notes on your Student Action Notebook
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Watch this Docathon film from Guatemala!
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Meet international mentor, Kevin
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What did our judges think?
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Creating a Compelling Narrative
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The Storytelling Framework
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Watch & Apply – Storytelling in Action
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Practice Time!
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Ethics Checkpoint - Your Relationship to the Story
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Community Engagement - Best Practice
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A filmmaking secret
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3 questions you need to ask yourself
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Asking Meaningful Questions
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Types of Meaningful Questions or Prompts
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Student Action Notebook activity
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Exploring Below the Surface
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Iceberg Model Explained
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Let's Practice Pt. 1: Watch Mark's story
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Let's Practice Pt. 2: Levels of the Iceberg Quiz
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Let's Practice Pt. 3: Check for Understanding
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Let's Practice Pt. 4: Drag & Drop Iceberg
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Apply the Iceberg Model to Your Story
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A final word about Digging Deeper
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- For questions : [email protected]
about the organizers
We empower learners to build their futures and contribute to a better world.
Service Learning makes curricular connections and helps students identify genuine needs in their local community and in the larger world. Our program supports the AISB Mission by preparing our students to be responsible global citizens.
MAD Courses empowers students to become storytellers and change-makers through interactive, online programs that blend creativity with social impact. From hands-on documentary filmmaking to immersive global citizenship quests, our courses ignite young voices to make a difference. We partner with schools worldwide to support student-driven projects that inspire action, empathy, and real-world connection.
REGISTER MY INTEREST
Join the Docathon innovator's list for long-lasting impact! We envision schools hosting their own Docathon, and joining regional and global competitions each year. It's not just a one-time thing; it's an ongoing journey of creativity and impact. Ready to join the adventure?