January 22, 2026

Call for Applications: Documentary Film and Multimedia Training Program for School Year 2026–2027

With the support of the AFD – Agence Française de Développement (AFD), The Henry Luce Foundation, and Rei Foundation Limited, the Bophana Center (ARPAA) is implementing a project entitled “Enhancing the Preservation of Audiovisual Memory and Youth Empowerment” for a period of three (3) years, from November 2025 to October 2028.

This project will provide scholarships to 12 (twelve) young people each year to participate in a Documentary Film and Multimedia Production Training Program.

Selection Criteria

• Cambodian citizens, including Khmer, ethnic minorities, and indigenous peoples living in Cambodia

• Aged between 18 and 30 years old

• No criminal conviction

• Strong interest in documenting and telling stories about Cambodia

• Fully available to participate in all training sessions

(Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply)

Benefits for Selected Trainees

• Free training and use of filming equipment

• Health insurance coverage during the training period

• Accommodation provided for trainees from provinces

• Certificate of completion

• Opportunities to showcase their works at national and international film festivals

How to Apply

Please complete the application form via the following link:

https://forms.gle/USfTyjaG6xNoFDD59

or collect the application form directly at the Bophana Audiovisual Resource Center, or scan the QR code on the poster below.

Application deadline: No later than February 22, 2026

Training period: From March 9, 2026 to March 8, 2027

Training schedule: Monday to Friday (8 hours per day)

Training location: Bophana Center, Phnom Penh

For more information: Please contact 010 775 151 or 017 672 926

(The Bophana Audiovisual Resource Center reserves the right to make changes to the program if necessary.)