Primary Category (For Elementary School Students)
While planning a school project on gender equality, students enthusiastically work together. Yet as the project unfolds, the girls’ ideas are repeatedly interrupted, dismissed, or claimed by boys. Without a single word, the film reveals the gap between equality in principle and practice, ending with a powerful question: if everyone has a voice, why aren’t we listening?
Colégio Notre Dame de Campinas
Renji dreamed of learning taekwondo, but her mother believed it was only for boys. With support from a female instructor, she trained in secret and later impressed everyone at a school demonstration. Realizing her mistake, her mother apologized and learned that talents and dreams should never be limited by gender, supporting both her children.
Vision Bridge International Academy
In the Name of Ai follows children as they explore Chinese mugwort, make traditional Qingtuan, and share handmade gifts. Through these experiences, they discover nature, cultural heritage, and sustainable development. Reflecting SDG 4 and SDG 15, the film shows how learning and sharing can connect education, culture, and nature.
Xiamen Tian'an Primary School
This film highlights the issue of food waste and how surplus food and scraps can be put to better use. Through an SDG initiative, students raise awareness and take action to create positive change in their community. As one group completes its mission, the challenge is passed on to the next, showing that sustainability is an ongoing journey.
Suncity School Sector - 54, Gurugram, India
This project is about friendship, kindness, and helping others. It tells the story of Evano, who dreams of becoming a teacher. When his shoes are damaged and his family cannot afford a new pair, he is unable to attend school. His friends collect and recycle plastic bottles and cardboard to raise money. Through teamwork and determination, they earn enough to buy him new shoes. The story shows how small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.
Sekolah Alam Cikeas
A girl who has been told that she has a disability struggles with feelings of confusion and inner conflict as she navigates the words of those around her and confronts her own thoughts. Through this journey, she searches for her own answer to what disability means. We hope this film encourages viewers to reflect on what disability means to them as well.
Nishigaoka Elementary School
Special Education Class 5
Through ”Unspoken Love”, we hope to show that poverty is not always visible and that behind every struggling family is a story of sacrifice, love, and dignity. Our film follows a daughter who discovers her mother’s quiet sacrifices. We hope to encourage compassion and remind people that small acts of kindness and support can bring hope to families in need.
SJK(C) TAMAN TAS
Behind every quiet verse is a story of sacrifice, resilience, and compassion. Unspoken Love tells the story of Robina “Bhing” Navato, who left home to support her family and became a voice for migrant workers. Despite battling cancer, she continued helping vulnerable communities. Through her journey, the film highlights the power of courage, service, and hope.
University of Rizal System-Laboratory School
Through ”The Message”, I want to highlight the importance of family connections, especially between parents and children. In today’s busy world, children still need their parents’ presence and attention. I believe love means spending time together, listening to one another, and being there for loved ones. I hope this film encourages viewers to reflect on their own family relationships.
Chu Van An Secondary School, Ngo Tat To Secondary School