David Morrison, Associate Director of imagineNATIVE and ICA Project Lead:

“Indigenous storytelling does not wait on the sidelines. By convening at both feature and short-form markets, and by strengthening our network with returning and new members from Aotearoa, we are expanding opportunities for Indigenous producers and ensuring that our stories are seen, valued, and traded on equitable terms.”

Kay Ellmers, Executive Director of Ngā Aho Whakaari:

“Ngā Aho Whakaari is honoured to join the Indigenous Cinema Alliance. At this pivotal time, Indigenous storytellers are taking centre stage to reshape narratives, reclaim language and culture, and challenge colonial frameworks. We look forward to contributing to this collective, sharing expertise and learning with others who share our vision for a vibrant Indigenous screen future.”

Frida Muenala, Film Coordinator at MULLU:

“In Ecuador, Indigenous peoples face resource extraction, violence, and disregard for their collective decision-making and visions of wellbeing. Yet we keep creating, filming, and defending our way of life. ICA’s support highlights the importance of territorial defense and strengthens our commitment to justice, representation, and self-determination in cinema.”