Framing Visions, Sharing Voices: twn's Exhibition Showcase
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Review our selected press releases and newsletters, showcasing important announcements and achievements. These critical updates demonstrate our active role in transforming the social justice media landscape.
TWN’s Acclaimed Production Workshop Now Open for Aspiring Social Justice Filmmakers
Third World Newsreel (TWN) proudly announces the opening of applications for its esteemed Production Workshop. Founded in 1968, TWN has significantly influenced NYC's arts scene, shaping nearly 500 graduates into acclaimed filmmakers. This year's workshop promises to continue this tradition, offering comprehensive and affordable film production training with a focus on social justice.
January 2024
TWN Production Workshop Deadline, Grants and More
TWN Mourns the Passing of Pearl Bowser (1931–2023)
Pearl Bowser was a significant figure in Black independent film, researching, chronicling, exhibiting and promoting. Third World Newsreel mourns her passing and remembers her important contributions to TWN’s work.
TWN Press Archive: A Chronicle of Impact
Browse through our comprehensive list of press releases. This section offers an in-depth look at our historical and recent activities, showcasing our ongoing commitment to social justice storytelling and community initiatives.
TWN Production Workshop Deadline is January 23, 2026
The TWN (Third World Newsreel) Production Workshop is an intensive 6-month program designed for emerging filmmakers passionate about social issues. The workshop focuses on practical skills for historically marginalized communities with limited access to institutional film programs or resources.
In Memory of Christine Choy
As one of our founders and a member of the Newsreel collective, she was a prolific filmmaker who made significant films that helped form our Asian American and American film history.
Activist Filmmaker Bootcamp at the Workers Unite Film Festival
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