Film: 21st Century Literacy

Partner organisations

Alongside the BFI, the following organisations are partners in Film: 21st Century Literacy

Skillset

Skillset is the Sector Skills Council (SSC) for Creative Media which comprises TV, film, radio, interactive media, animation, computer games, facilities, photo imaging, fashion and textiles, advertising, and publishing. Our aim is to support the improvements to the productivity of our industry to ensure that it remains globally competitive. We do this be influencing and leading; developing skills, training and education policy; and through opening up the industries to the UK's pool of diverse talent.

skillset.org

FilmClub

FILMCLUB is an educational after-school activity that helps teachers and pupils explore the world of film through free weekly screenings, online reviewing and industry events. FILMCLUB engages, challenges and opens new avenues of learning.

To find out more about FILMCLUB and how to set up a club go to filmclub.org

First Light Movies

First Light was launched in May 2001 to fund and inspire the making of short films and media projects, reflecting the diversity of young people's lives. First Light is an initiative supported by DfE and the UK Film Council through National Lottery funding.

To date First Light has given more than 30,000 young people the chance to write, act, shoot and produce over 1000 films and other media projects under the guidance of professionals. First Light works in association with youth agencies, schools, colleges, production companies and film clubs throughout the UK. Some young filmmakers have used First Light as a stepping stone to gain work experience in the film industry.

For more information about First Light projects go to firstlightonline.co.uk

Film Education

Film Education provides teachers with a range of powerful film-based activities and resources for use in all levels of formal education. Its focus is on current feature film, producing resources for classroom use, free events at local cinemas for schools and CPD events. Its flagship festival is National Schools Film Week during which 400,000 students attend screenings in 500 locations across the UK. It is a registered charity funded by the UK Film Industry.

filmeducation.org