Tier 3
Palo Alto/Stanford, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
As one of the oldest solely documentary film festivals in the US, UNAFF has grown and earned the respect of audiences and filmmakers alike for its fearless independence and integrity. It was founded in 1998 by Stanford educator and film critic Jasmina Bojic in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
The main submission deadline for United Nations Association Film Festival is around 26 May 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to United Nations Association Film Festival costs from USD 30 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. United Nations Association Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
United Nations Association Film Festival takes place in Palo Alto/Stanford, United States.
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