EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF CHANGEMAKERS

SIMA Academy is a global education initiative that harnesses the power of award-winning documentary films to foster critical thinking, global citizenship, and civic engagement. Designed for use in classrooms, leadership programs, and community spaces around the world, SIMA Academy provides educators and students with access to thought-provoking media, curated learning resources, and tools for dialogue on the pressing social and environmental issues of our time.

At its core, SIMA Academy is an instrument of cultural diplomacy, global citizenship and cross-cultural awareness – bridging divides through storytelling, amplifying underrepresented voices, and creating shared spaces for reflection, deep learning and exchange. By making powerful independent media accessible to learners—especially in underserved regions of the Global South—we promote mutual understanding, respect, and collaboration in a rapidly interconnected world.

Through a growing network of over 2,000 institutions in 140+ countries, SIMA Academy empowers the next generation of leaders to engage with diverse perspectives, challenge injustice, and imagine more inclusive futures.