This Season of Giving, we call on the NALIP community to give the gift of opportunity! The Season of Giving happens during the last two months of the year, when people and communities come together to support the causes they believe in.
According to the 2024 Latino Donor Collaborative’s U.S. Latinos in Media Report, U.S. Latinos make up a substantial share of film consumption in the U.S., accounting for 24% of movie ticket sales. Yet, Latinos remain underrepresented, making up less than 10% of lead roles in scripted TV and films.
Since our founding in 1999, NALIP has continued its mission to promote, advance, advocate, and inspire Latino and diverse artists across all media platforms. It would not be possible without the support we receive from our members, partners, and donors who make it possible for us to create opportunities for underrepresented creatives.
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We are excited to announce the season 5 finalists of the Director Incubator, co-presented by Netflix and NALIP!
This year’s Director Incubator class includes Alejandra Vasquez, Natalie Jasmine Harris, April Maxey, Valeria Contreras, and Lindsey Villarreal. They were selected from hundreds of submissions for their daring narratives and distinctive cinematic voices. Each filmmaker receives a $35,000 production grant and tailored mentorship from leading NALIP and Netflix executives, guiding them through all stages of short film production, from idea to impact.
The partnership between NALIP and Netflix continues to open doors for bold, world-class filmmakers whose stories transcend borders,” said Diana Luna, Executive Director of NALIP. “Many of our alumni have gone on to premiere at Cannes, Sundance, and Tribeca, and to secure major studio deals. This year’s cohort reflects the same creative fire–women and gender-expansive directors poised for breakthrough moments.
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We are excited to announce the season 4 finalists of the STARZ Take the Lead Writers' Intensive, co-presented by NFMLA and NALIP!
This year's fellows are Francis Fuster, Laura Santoro, Emily Orr, Lia Romeo. These talented storytellers represent bold, authentic voices dedicated to crafting compelling narratives, distinctive characters, and stories that push creative boundaries.
We're proud to continue opening doors for the next generation of storytellers alongside STARZ and NFMLA. Read more in the Deadline article.
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