1. Submitted films MUST be directed by women. They can, however, co-direct their film(s) with a male counterpart. The central role in the filmmaking process must be played by a woman.
2. Films should contain original content, produced and directed by the filmmaker himself/herself.
3. Violation of intellectual property rights, "infringement" with regard to patents, copyright, and trademarks, and "misappropriation" with respect to trade secrets, can be a breach of civil law or criminal law, and can be used to file a lawsuit.
4. If music or additional film material used in your film is not original, then you must cite the source. This is entirely the filmmaker’s responsibility. Failure to cite the source will result in your film being withdrawn from the Festival.
5. In the event that your content is found to be plagiarized, your film will be removed from the festival, and your name will be blacklisted making you ineligible to submit any films in the upcoming WIFFs.
6. Only the films made under the given themes will be accepted
7. Films should follow the guidelines provided
8. Films should be submitted through YouTube and Vimeo links only
9. Contestants must submit their photo ID along with the film
10. Films submitted past the deadline will not be accepted
11. If you have a film that does not fit the film durations we have set out, it will not be accepted.
12. Your films cannot feature brand logos nor endorse products.