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More diverse stories will give the audiences a richer and more reflective picture of contemporary Australia.
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03/11/2026

The heart of our film festival is to create opportunities for people to step out of their comfort zones, sometimes for the very first time!
Ijeoma Ikpe as Presenter :)
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Whether it’s holding a microphone, stepping on stage as a presenter, sharing their story, meeting new people or building connections within the industry, we love creating that space.

You never know where one opportunity, one conversation or one connection might take you!

We believe in bringing like-minded people together, breaking boundaries, creating opportunities and celebrating what makes us different.

Because sometimes, all someone needs is an opportunity and a platform to shine! ❤️
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That’s what our festival is all about! 🎬

02/11/2026

Thank you Simpson, for joining us this year! Glad you have experienced what we're trying to achieve with this platform!

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31/10/2026

🎉 AFDIF CONGRATULATES DAYAWATI PANDEY — DADI MAA, OUR LOCAL HERO!🎬

The Australian Film Diversity & Inclusion Foundation Inc. (AFDIF) proudly congratulates Dayawati Pandey, affectionately known as Dadi Maa, on receiving the AFDIF Local Hero Award❤️

We are also delighted to share that the documentary about Dadi Maa will be available to stream now on SBS On Demand.

Dadi Maa’s story is a beautiful example of how one person’s passion can make a lasting difference in a community. In 2012, this immigrant grandmother established a grassroots Indian language school in South Australia. Today, she continues to teach hundreds of children their native language, helping them stay connected to their cultural roots, identity and heritage.

Her school has become much more than a place to learn a language. It is a cultural lifeline for migrant families — a place where children can reconnect with their heritage and carry their language and traditions into the next generation.

🌏 This is at the heart of AFDIF’s vision and mission: bringing to the screen stories of people whose voices and contributions are too often unseen or unheard.

Through film, we celebrate everyday heroes, preserve cultural stories and recognise the people who quietly make our communities stronger.

Dadi Maa reminds us that keeping a language alive means keeping a culture, a history and a sense of belonging alive.

Congratulations, Dadi Maa! Your dedication, generosity and commitment to the next generation are truly inspiring. We are proud to celebrate your story and share it with audiences across Australia.

📺 Watch the documentary now on SBS On Demand and share your thoughts 📌 Rajendra PandeyVishva Hindu Parishad of Australia Inc. - SA Chapter Hindu Economic Forum (HEF)Saraswati Community SchoolMulticultural Affairs SA

28/10/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Utopia Care for sponsoring and supporting AFDIF 2026! 🙏❤️

We’re grateful to Tony Smith, CEO of Utopia Care, for sharing his thoughts and expressing his appreciation for an event that brings diversity and inclusion together in one place. He shared that he had never seen an event quite like this before, celebrating diverse voices, cultures and stories both in front of and behind the camera.

Your support helps us continue building a platform where everyone feels seen, heard and represented. Together, we can create a more inclusive screen industry and a stronger, more connected community.

Thank you, Tony Smithy and the entire Utopia Care team, for being part of this journey! 🌏🎬
Camera - Cael Snelson
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26/10/2026

AFDIF would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Hartlett for being a wonderful sponsor and supporter of our work, and for having the courage to speak openly about the hard truths and the importance of diversity and inclusion.

We also congratulate Malcolm on reaching an incredible milestone of 700 episodes of Our Time on Channel 44 🎉👏

For decades, Malcolm has generously volunteered his time to produce and host this show, creating a platform where people from all cultures, communities and backgrounds can share their stories, experiences and voices.

His dedication to community television, multicultural representation and giving everyone a voice is truly inspiring. His contribution goes far beyond television — he has helped build connections, encourage understanding and celebrate the diversity that makes our community so special.

Thank you, Malcolm, for your ongoing support, honesty, passion and commitment to inclusion.

700 episodes is an extraordinary achievement, and you deserve every bit of recognition! ❤️

From all of us at AFDIF2026 — we appreciate you, we celebrate you, and we love you, Malcolm! ❤️🙌
Presenter: Anjali Chakranarayan
Camera: Mark Thurston

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25/10/2026

Thank you Wani Niyama Ben-Hur Winter for coming and sharing!

presenter Jessica McCall
🎥 Cael Snelson

23/10/2026

Thank you,

23/10/2026

Story! Thank you!

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