An annual short-film contest run by the Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center with the American Federation of Teachers and the Tribeca Festival, open to middle school, high school and college students. Students make three- to five-minute documentary, narrative or experimental films about a human rights issue that matters to them, with no filmmaking experience or special equipment needed. Winning films premiere at a Tribeca Festival showcase in June.
Offered by Robert and Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center. Competition for high school students in USA. Format: Online. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.
Fields: Arts, Policy
Info checked October 2026.
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.
Yes. Speak Truth to Power Video Contest is free to take part in.
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
More academic competitions for high school students