While battling the ailing independent film appreciation among the wider public, and supporting to celebrate the work of women filmmakers, was born Pakistan’s home-grown Women International Film Festival (WIFF), hosted by Women Through Film.

WIFF’2026 is going to be held in February 2026, showing some of the most resonant and thought-provoking feature and short films received by female independent filmmakers from around the world.

Rules & Terms

1. Submitted films MUST be directed by women. They can, however, co-direct their film(s) with a male counterpart. The central role in the filmmaking process must be played by a woman.

2. Films should contain original content, produced and directed by the filmmaker himself/herself.

3. Violation of intellectual property rights, "infringement" with regard to patents, copyright, and trademarks, and "misappropriation" with respect to trade secrets, can be a breach of civil law or criminal law, and can be used to file a lawsuit.

4. If music or additional film material used in your film is not original, then you must cite the source. This is entirely the filmmaker’s responsibility. Failure to cite the source will result in your film being withdrawn from the Festival.

5. In the event that your content is found to be plagiarized, your film will be removed from the festival, and your name will be blacklisted making you ineligible to submit any films in the upcoming WIFFs.

6. If your film is not in the English language, please send it with subtitles in English at the bottom

7. Films should be submitted through YouTube and Vimeo links only

8. Contestants must submit their photo ID along with the film

9. Films submitted past the deadline will not be accepted

10. Your films cannot feature brand logos nor endorse products.
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  • Renate Zylla

    This festival performs exceptionally important work with great dedication. I thank them for the excellent collaboration regarding the documentary film GIRLS DON'T CRY by Sigrid Klausmann, which the festival screened for an audience in Pakistan. I am also particularly grateful for the respectful feedback on the film following the festival screenings. I wish the festival continued strength, courage, and support from partners both at home and worldwide – Renate Zylla, the festival agent from Germany

    March 2026
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  • Xoori K. Sarhadi

    The 10th edition of the Women International Film Festival was beautifully organised by an inspiring team of creative women. From the thoughtful programming and strong lineup of films to the warm hospitality and seamless coordination, the festival created a genuinely supportive and professional environment for filmmakers.

    The press coverage, panel discussions, and overall ambiance reflected real care and intention. It was wonderful to see such engaged audiences and meaningful conversations around the films.

    Thank you for screening Dear Abu and for the unexpected honour of the Curator’s Choice Award. It was a true surprise and made my journey from Australia even more worthwhile.

    Grateful to have been part of this special edition and looking forward to seeing WIFF continue to grow.

    February 2026
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  • Sevenskies Distribution

    thanks for selecting our film...youre the best

    December 2025
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  • Tokio Oohara

    It was a great honor for our film ‘Bird Woman’ to be selected for the Women International film festival (WIFF)! It was also our first time at a women's film festival, so we were very excited.

    November 2024
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  • Sapna Zamir

    I was fortunate enough to have my film selected for screening at the festival, and I personally attended the event. I thoroughly enjoyed the gathering of filmmakers from around the world. It was a fantastic experience meeting fellow creators and exchanging ideas.

    July 2024
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