Fellowship · Sundance Institute

Merata Mita Fellowship 2027

Closes in 12 days, November 3, 2026

A year-long fellowship for Indigenous women directors, named for the Maori filmmaker Merata Mita, with a cash grant, festival attendance and mentoring. The 2027 round closes 3 November 2026.

Who can apply

Indigenous women artists, US-based or international, working toward directing a feature film.

What you get

Cash grant plus a year of support (amount not stated)

Formats

Feature, Documentary

Checked against Sundance Institute's own page. Dates and fees can change, so read their call before you apply.