DIEA
Documentary Institute Easten Africa
The DIEA intends to contribute to the creation of a dynamic and sustainable documentary film industry linked to academic and institutional subjects operating in East Africa. In the long term it will also contribute to the viability of diverse cultural expressions in the region achieved as the multi-ethnic and multi-language filmmakers produce content that mediates the diversity of cultural experiences, values, and identities.
The project addresses the educational, promotion and networking infrastructure and innovative technology needs of the EAC documentary film industry. Simultaneously the project tackles youth unemployment through skills training and support for self-employment in media SMEs. The overarching orientation is the sustainable growth and expansion of the industry that will produce content attractive to regional and international audiences.