
International Film Festival
Women and the World
5-12 November 2026
aims to celebrate the resilience and creativity of women



Festival Dates: 5-12th November 2026
Location: London, UK
The Women and the World International Film Festival 2026 brings together the most powerful voices in cinema, media, and activism to celebrate the resilience and leadership of women in conflict zones.
This year’s theme highlights the crucial role of women in shaping peace, security, and defense globally.
By showcasing impactful films, engaging panels, and masterclasses, the festival drives real conversations on gender equality, societal resilience, and strategies for peacebuilding.
2025 IFFWW Award Winners
• Best Feature Fiction - Perfect Share House Ami Sakyrai (Japan)
• Best Documentary - Sanatorium Gar O”Rourke (Ireland / France / Ukraine)
• Best Short Film - She Marianna Shafro (Ukraine)
• Best Director - Marta Vina Memory of Butterflies (Spain)
• Best Performance - Wiktoria Gorodeckaja I Gaze the Sky (Poland)




