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28th edition
One World International Human Rights Documentary Film Festival
Prague, Czech Republic
11-19 March 2026
9 days
About One World International Human Rights Documentary Film Festival
One World is an international human rights documentary film festival organized by the Czech NGO People in Need. Founded in 1999, it is held annually in Prague and expands to dozens of Czech cities as well as international editions. The programme focuses on films addressing human rights violations, social justice and current global affairs, complemented by debates, Q&As and educational activities.
Festival details
Location
People in Need, Safarikova 635/24, 120 00 Prague 2, Czech Republic · Prague, Czech Republic
Scope
International
Focus
Documentary · Human Rights
Duration
9 days
Founded
1999
Awards
International Competition Award
Best film and best director in the International Competition.
Václav Havel Jury Award
Exceptional contribution to the protection of human rights.
Czech Competition Award
Best Czech documentary.
Virtual Reality Competition Award
Immersive films with social impact.
Audience Award for the Best Film
Decided by viewer voting.
Special programs
International Competition
Documentaries on human rights issues worldwide.
Czech Competition
Czech documentary production.
Right to Know
Films on human rights protection and awareness.
One World for Students
School-oriented programme with Student Jury.
Virtual Reality Competition
Immersive non-fiction VR experiences.
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