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MY WORLD IS
EMPOWERING A NEW CULTURE OF FILMMAKING

WHO ARE WE

A global community of filmmakers, mentors and impact storytellers working together to inspire the protection and preservation of our planet.

The My World Film Fund supports emerging filmmakers worldwide to tell powerful environmental and wildlife stories from their own communities and perspectives.

We believe film has the power to deepen our connection to the natural world, raise awareness of the challenges it faces, and inspire meaningful action.

Through expert mentorship, creative partnership and production support, we help bring vital stories to life. We seek out storytellers from all backgrounds who are driven to explore the people, places and species that shape our world.

At the My World Film Fund, mentorship is more than guidance - it's collaboration. We work alongside filmmakers throughout their journey, empowering them to create films that educate, inspire and drive positive change for people and planet.

MEET OUR MENTORS

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Andy Byatt

Executive Producer & Director

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Keir Byatt

Technical Lead & Focus Puller

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Iona Campbell Byatt

Head of Development

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Jigar Ganatra

Director & Producer

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Peter Houlihan

Impact Producer

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Quin Jessop

Director of Photography

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Frances Lausell

Producer & Eco Advocate

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Pedro Muñiz

Editor

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Brad Myers

Producer & Editor

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Simona Nickman

Impact Producer

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David Reichert

Director of Photography

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Gavin Thurston

Director of Photography

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Andrew Wilson

Re-recording Artist

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William Goodchild

Composer

OUR MISSION

INSPIRING CHANGE THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL STORYTELLING

We champion filmmakers with fresh perspectives on environmental and wildlife storytelling, celebrating the people, places and ecosystems that shape our world. We encourage stories to be told in the language and voice of the communities they come from, giving them authenticity, depth and resonance.

From film festival screenings and educational resources to impact campaigns and live events, we help every film reach audiences, spark conversation and create meaningful change.

Short films. Big impact.

OUR GRANTS

JACKSON WILD

JACKSON WILD

The Jackson Wild Grant supports filmmakers from the Jackson Wild Collective who spotlight the wonders of wildlife and conservation. Designed for projects with a strong environmental focus, this grant empowers creators to craft stories that inspire global audiences to protect our natural world.

AFRISOS

AFRISOS

The AFRISOS Grant, partnering with NGO AFRISOS, supports Tanzanian and African filmmakers who capture the rich biodiversity and environmental issues of the region. This grant fosters local storytelling and empowers creators to highlight Africa’s unique natural heritage on a global stage.

UWE WILDLIFE

UWE WILDLIFE

The UWE Grant awards funding to elevate the post-production of an outstanding MA Wildlife Filmmaking project from the University of the West of England. This grant helps refine a film that showcases exceptional wildlife storytelling and research.

LICENSE GRANTS

LICENSE GRANTS

The License Grant offers $5,000 to bring completed or near-complete short films into the MWFF collective. It supports re-edits, reshoots, or impact campaigns - all guided by our award-winning mentors - to help powerful stories reach wider audiences.

MEET THE TEAM

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Andy Byatt

Co-Founder, Executive Producer/Director

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Iona Campbell Byatt

Co-Founder, Senior Producer

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Tom Fitz

Co-Founder, Executive Producer

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Alicia Meerza

Digital Communications Manager

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