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Stand with Documentary Filmmakers | International Documentary Association
Stand with Documentary Filmmakers | International Documentary Association
Stand with Documentary FilmmakersProtect Free Expression, Defend Truth, Support Filmmakers at Risk, and Help Shape the Future of Documentary.
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IDA Documentary Awards 2025 | International Documentary Association
IDA Documentary Awards 2025 | International Documentary Association
Get ready for an awards event unlike any other – the IDA Documentary Awards is flipping the script!
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Defend Public Media in the United States
Defend Public Media in the United States
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Other Advocacy Work
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IDA's Comprehensive Documentary Grants Directory
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👉 Ultimate Resources For Documentary Filmmakers And Creators 👈
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