International Forest Film Festival

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To celebrate the International Year of Forests, 2011 (Forests 2011), the United Nations Forum on Forests Secretariat (UNFFS) collaborated with the Jackson HoleWildlife Film Festival to organize an International Forest Film Festival (IFFF). Over 160 films entered in six categories, and were evaulated by more than 50 preliminary judges. Winning films were showcased at the global launch of Forests 2011 at the UN Headquarters in New York, and will subsequently screen at other festivals and events around the world. The film festival is a key part of our outreach efforts of Forests 2011, enabling us to raise awareness on the importance of forests, their relationship with people and the planet we share, and consequently, to inspire a sense of personal responsibility/stewardship for a greener, more equitable, sustainable future.

“The International Forest Film Festival offers a unique opportunity to bring the issues and objectives of Forests 2011 to a global audience,” said Ms. McAlpine, Director of the United Nations Forum on Forests Secretariat. “The power of cinematic art is universal. It connects with people all over the world on a personal level. The International Forest Film Festival will spread the message of Forests 2011 in that same powerful manner.”

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