What we do
Vision
A world where people recognise their bond with the environment and commit together to protect and restore it for future generations.
Mission
Meaningful climate action starts with a personal connection. Our programmes help people see climate as a living entity, not an abstract idea.
Emergency appeal
Flash floods have hit communities we work with. Every euro goes to emergency relief on the ground.
IBAN NL10 INGB 0109 5970 36 · BIC INGBNL2A
IMDb qualified since 2015 · 11 editions
A stage for independent filmmakers telling stories about climate change, animals, human rights and social issues. Creative freedom first, commercial pressure last.
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Latest edition · 18 and 19 September 2026
11 films, an open mic, a mindfulness session, a quiz, a panel and the award ceremony. Two days at the Birmingham and Midland Institute.
Best Film in every category, plus Best Director, Actor, Writer, Cinematographer, Producer and Music, the Audience Award, the Jury Award and Honourable Mentions.
Winners who cannot attend receive digital certificates and laurels free of charge after leaving a FilmFreeway review.
Browse past winners →| Film file | .mp4, 1920×1080, 10,000 to 25,000 kb/s |
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| Subtitles | Burned in for all non-English dialogue |
| Poster | 500 to 8000 px |
| Press kit | Word file with synopsis, credits, HD stills, director bio and headshot |
| Content | Family friendly. No nudity or unnecessary profanity |
Award winners who cannot attend can book an interview over Zoom or Teams.
Yes. Submit as many projects as you like, and the same project to more than one category.
No. A project that was previously rejected cannot be submitted again.
Contact us and we will do our best to move your entry. Unsure beforehand? Ask us and we will help you choose.
No. Late entries are welcome for the following year.
No. We look forward to seeing your project once it is finished.
No. Entry fees are non-refundable, also after a cancellation or rejection. Please read the rules before you submit.
On request for officially selected films, for an extra fee. Annual winners get feedback free of charge.
Your choice. We archive it for five years or delete it after the festival.
Digital certificates and awards arrive free by email. Trophies are handed over at the ceremony, or shipped on request for a fee.
By taking part you agree that photos, recordings and fragments of your project may be used by MNICFF and its media partners for promotion.
37 countries with winners, projects, ambassadors and screenings. Click a country.
Netherlands · Nepal · United Kingdom
Education, mindfulness and community work that turns climate from a headline into something people feel. Open to schools, colleges and organisations worldwide.
Book a session for your school
Practices that build a direct, empathetic bond with nature and a sense of responsibility for it.
Tailored sessions for schools, colleges and organisations with interactive activities.
A platform for filmmakers whose stories raise climate awareness and inspire action.
To the festival →Partnerships with schools and organisations worldwide for shared climate projects.
Local workshops and events, plus digital content that spreads awareness online.
For schools · Free entry
Students worldwide write about sustainability, conservation or ways to fight climate change. Schools run a local round and send their best essays to the global round.
Next round opens [OPENING DATE] and closes [CLOSING DATE]
Register your school| Primary | 6 to 11 years |
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| Middle school | 12 to 14 years |
| High school | 15 to 18 years |
| International | 6 to 18 years, global |
Classroom activity · Nepal
Students draw how warm, moist air from the Bay of Bengal meets the Himalayas, and how climate change turns that into extreme rainfall and floods.
Share your map with #mynameisclimate, your name, age, class and school. Selected work is featured on our channels and in our newsletter.
Prioritise the project, provide materials, connect with local experts and NGOs, and use the discussion points with your class.
Request the full lesson plan →Climate Action Game
Seven quick questions, inspired by the quiz at our festival. Learn something with every answer, then challenge a friend.
Question 1 of 7
Sessions run in person and online. Tell us your audience and we tailor the programme.
Stichting My Name Is Climate · Bussum
The My Name Is Climate Foundation builds a deeper understanding of climate through education, mindfulness programmes and our film festival. We empower people worldwide to reconnect with nature, act sustainably and become the next generation of climate leaders.
Founder
Filmmaker, founder and CEO
Engaging programmes that grow climate understanding.
Practices that build a personal bond with nature.
Helping young people lead climate action in their communities.
Partnerships with schools, colleges, organisations and filmmakers.
Cinematic storytelling that inspires action.
Support for sustainable choices in daily life.
A global culture of environmental stewardship.
Our policies on fair practice, cultural governance, diversity and inclusion and privacy are public.
| Legal name | Stichting My Name Is Climate |
|---|---|
| KVK | 94634130 |
| RSIN | 86684343 |
| Address | Torenlaan 5B, 1402 AT Bussum |
| Bank | NL10 INGB 0109 5970 36 · INGBNL2A |
Get involved
Give, volunteer, represent us in your country or partner with the festival. Every role helps people reconnect with nature.
Global Climate Ambassadors
Our ambassadors are leaders, educators, artists and philanthropists who run non partisan, grassroots climate projects every month in their base country.
Ambassador · Belgium
Climate advocate and human rights defender. Former European Climate Pact Ambassador, chair of Postversa and of the World Council for Public Diplomacy and Community Dialogue. He helped realise about 11 hectares of new woodland in Oostende and served on our 2025 Belgian jury.
Active 15 July 2026 to 15 July 2027
Payment by bank transfer to NL10 INGB 0109 5970 36 after selection. Questions? hi@mynameisclimate.com
Join more than 200 volunteers and advocates worldwide. Pick the cause you want to speak up for and tell us about your experience.
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Together we bring meaningful cinema to our audiences and celebrate the power of storytelling.
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