The first ever FLO Film Festival will address the representation of women and girls on screen, and explore the themes unique to this side of the gender spectrum. The Indian and international features, documentaries, animations and shorts showcased at the festival will highlight relevant content as well as inspiring stories of hope, courage and empowerment. The mission is to start a dialogue breaking down stereotypes, and to enable audiences to become discerning viewers and critically reflect on their media consumption and its influence. To ensure the success and impact of the event, FLO has partnered with giants in the field of gender studies, including the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media and UN Women.

The FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) is the women’s wing of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI). In its 32 years of experience, the organisation has launched a number of initiatives that help women from all strata of society progress through education and vocational training. Additionally, they have undertaken projects advocating prevention of sexual harassment, promoting wellness, building toilets for women in underdeveloped communities, and actively lobbying for policy changes. The FLO Film Festival will highlight and boost these active and upcoming initiative.

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