Empowering Educators, Inspiring Changemakers: Unleash the Power of Award-Winning Global Short-Documentaries

Curated by the international Social Impact Media Awards

ABOUT

SIMA Academy empowers educators and organizations with award-winning global media resources that cultivate empathy, foster critical thinking, and advance global citizenship. By harnessing the transformative power of storytelling, we inspire learners to explore diverse perspectives, deepen their understanding of the world, and take meaningful action. 

“SIMA Academy is the Netflix for changemakers and anyone interested in global stories told through local eyes.”

– Daniela Papi, Systems-Led Leadership, Former Director, Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship

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Engage and captivate todays learners with the greatest collection of global short documentaries that inspire a more just and sustainable world. 

Institution License

For schools, colleges, museums and libraries.

Program License

For training programs, networks, and conferences.

Individual Access

For educators, learners, parents or guardians.

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OUR STORY

In 2012, the Social Impact Media Awards (SIMA) emerged as the pioneering international platform recognizing excellence in creative, human rights, and humanitarian media. Today, SIMA is the foremost global curator within the social impact sphere, serving independent film, academic, and sustainability industries across 100+ countries. Through its annual awards and vast network of over 3,000 filmmakers in 140 countries, SIMA ensures a consistent stream of high-quality global media for SIMA Academy, providing educators with powerful tools to engage students with the pressing issues of our time.

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