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The stories shaping our world deserve to be seen, celebrated, and remembered. Submissions for the 2026 Buzzies Awards are officially open! Celebrating the very best in science, history, natural history, and factual storytelling alongside the people helping shape the future of the industry across 15 categories. New this year: Best Digital-First and Best Innovation in Factual, recognizing creators pushing storytelling into bold new spaces and formats. Winners will be celebrated in Tallinn, Estonia at WCSFP 2026. 🔗 Link in bio

Have you heard the news? The global factual community is heading to Tallinn, Estonia 🌍 From 9-12 November, WCSFP 2026 brings together producers, commissioners, broadcasters, streamers, and creators: all part of one community pushing nonfiction forward. This year, it all unfolds in Tallinn with a space to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and shape what comes next. Expect standout sessions, real market opportunities, and connections that last. This is where relationships start, and where the global factual community comes together. 🔗 Link in bio

We’re excited to welcome Sara Ramsden as the new Editorial Director of WCSFP 👋 A highly respected creative leader, Sara brings decades of experience shaping standout factual and entertainment programming, with roles at Love Productions, BBC, Sky, Endemol and Channel 4 where she spent over 15 years as a Commissioning Editor for Science. She will lead the editorial vision for WCSFP at a time of rapid industry change, tackling big questions around AI, shrinking budgets, and the future of linear TV. Expect a programme that brings together established voices alongside leading YouTubers, podcasters, and a new generation of creators exploring fresh ways to develop, tell and share impactful factual stories. Stay tuned for more updates as we bring that vision to life this November in Tallinn! 🔗 Link in bio

Big news for 2026 🌍 We’re heading to 👉 Tallinn, Estonia from 9–12 November 2026 👈 for the next edition of World Congress of Science & Factual Producers! Set in one of the world’s most advanced digital societies, this year’s event will bring the global factual community together to exchange ideas, explore the latest market and editorial trends, and celebrate excellence in science, history, and content-rich storytelling. In collaboration with the @tallinnblacknightsff (PÖFF), the 2026 edition places you at the heart of an international film ecosystem, strengthening connections across Baltic and Nordic production communities. 📅 Registration opens later this spring; be sure to stay tuned! 🔗 Link in bio

🌍 Call for international documentary proposals! Launched at #WCSFP 2025 in Rio, Global Doc 2026 is seeking bold new factual formats with global ambition. Supported by France Télévisions, ZDF, NHK, PBS, CBC, SVT, Channel 4, RAI, ORF, ABC Australia and TV Brasil as well as the affiliated distributors France Télévisions Distribution, PBS International and ZDF Studios, the open call is looking for: 🧬 Innovate scientific or historical stories 🎬 Engaging narratives that immerse a global audience 🎨 Visually rich projects that resonate with younger audiences 📺 Flexible formats 🔦 Productions that stand-out on the international market For more details including how to apply by the March 31st deadline, click the link below. https://www.francetelevisions.fr/groupe/espace-pro/appel-a-projets-international-de-dl-a-projets-international-de-documentaires-49724

Happy New Year from Congress! As we ring in a new year, we’re still reflecting on the incredible energy of Congress ’25 in Rio de Janeiro – a truly landmark edition and our first time gathering in Latin America. From inspiring panels and bold pitches to meaningful connections across science, history, natural history, and factual storytelling, this year’s Congress reminded us of the power of coming together as a global community. We’re deeply grateful to our attendees, speakers, partners, and sponsors who made this event so special, and to everyone who helped bring Congress ’25 to life in Brazil. As we look ahead to the new year, we carry forward the ideas, collaborations, and momentum sparked in Rio. Wishing our Congress community a joyful holiday season and a bright, creative year ahead.

A look back at an unforgettable Congress ’25 in Rio de Janeiro 🇧🇷 As we reflect on an extraordinary week, we extend our deepest thanks to our host sponsor, the Rio Secretariat of Science, Technology and Innovation, whose leadership and support made Congress ’25 in Rio possible. Through the commitment of Tatiana Roque, Mayor Eduardo Paes, and their teams, the Congress came to Latin America for the first time, not only as a destination, but as an opportunity to bring new voices into the global conversation. Their support helped foster exchange and collaboration between Brazilian scientists and Congress participants from around the world, creating space to share research, perspectives, and the beginnings of new professional relationships. Congress ’25 was powered by connection, curiosity, and collaboration, and this partnership helped create an open, engaging, and eye-opening experience for all involved. Thank you for helping make this landmark edition so meaningful.

Did you know that Canada and Brazil’s audiovisual co-production agreement is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year? It allows producers from both countries to collaborate on films and TV series, while gaining access to funding, resources, and recognition as national productions in both countries. The @wcsfp 2025 was the perfect opportunity to take full advantage of it. From December 8 to 11, in Rio de Janeiro — one of Brazil’s leading audiovisual industry hubs — the Canadian delegation was the largest at the Congress, with over 60 participants, forging connections and exploring new opportunities. ———- Saviez-vous que l’accord de coproduction audiovisuelle entre le Canada et le Brésil fête ses 30 ans cette année ? Il permet aux producteurs des deux pays de collaborer sur des films et des séries télévisées, tout en ayant accès à des financements, à des ressources et à la reconnaissance en tant que productions nationales dans chacun des deux pays. Le #WCSFP2025 a été l’occasion idéale pour en tirer pleinement parti. Du 8 au 11 décembre, à Rio de Janeiro — l’un des principaux centres de l’industrie audiovisuelle au Brésil — la délégation canadienne était la plus importante du Congrès, avec plus de 60 participants, tissant des liens et explorant de nouvelles occasions de collaboration. —————- Você sabia que o acordo de coprodução audiovisual entre o Canadá e o Brasil está comemorando seu 30º aniversário este ano? Ele permite que produtores de ambos os países colaborem em filmes e séries de TV, ao mesmo tempo em que obtêm acesso a financiamento, recursos e reconhecimento como produções nacionais em ambos os países. O Congresso Mundial de Produtores de Ciência e Documentários foi a oportunidade perfeita para aproveitar ao máximo essa oportunidade. De 8 a 11 de dezembro, no Rio de Janeiro — um dos principais centros da indústria audiovisual do Brasil —, a delegação canadense foi a maior do Congresso, com mais de 60 participantes, estabelecendo conexões e explorando novas oportunidades.

And what a finale to Congress ‘25! Our post-congress excursion, supported in part by @embraturbrasil and @visitbrasil , wrapped with a tour of Iguazu Falls and a rare opportunity to tour the Itaipu Dam, the world’s leading producer of hydroelectric energy, situated on the border between Brazil and Paraguay. This special visit offered a front-row seat to groundbreaking science, inspiring ideas and future stories. Even after Congress, our excursions stay true to our mission. While the journey ends here, the conversations certainly don’t; we can’t wait to carry this momentum into the new year. #EmbraturBrasil #VisitBrasil

The curiosity of Congress ‘25 doesn’t stop here! Today, a group of members depart for a private excursion to Iguazu Falls, with plenty of remarkable stops along the way. It’s the perfect way to carry the energy of Congress forward and continue the important conversations and exploration sparked in Rio. Thanks to @embraturbrasil and @visitbrasil for their support of this journey. #EmbraturBrasil #VisitBrasil

That’s a wrap on Congress ’25 in Rio de Janeiro! 🇧🇷 What an incredible week! Congress ’25 closes as one of the most dynamic and globally connected editions in WCSFP history. Our first-ever event in Latin America opened exciting new pathways for collaboration and market growth across science, history, natural history, and factual storytelling worldwide. Rio brought the energy, and you brought the ideas. We’re heading home inspired, motivated, and full of momentum thanks to the brilliant conversations, sessions, and connections made over the past days. To every attendee, speaker, sponsor, and partner: thank you for making this milestone edition unforgettable. This Congress also marks an important transition: after seven years of outstanding leadership, Conference Director Paul Lewis will be stepping down at the end of January 2026. We’re grateful for his remarkable impact and thrilled that he will continue with WCSFP as Senior Advisor to the Board Chair. Here’s to new chapters, new collaborations, and everything this community will create next. 🌍

We're thrilled to be able to bring World Congress of Science & Factual Producers to Rio de Janeiro this year, with the help of our sponsors and supporters @embraturbrasil and @visitbrasil . Over 400 people gather to discuss innovations in filmmaking, digital media, and scientific breakthroughs. Confirmed companies attending @WCSFP in Rio include National Geographic, Warner Bros. Discovery, NHK, CBC/Radio-Canada, BBC Studios Science Unit, BBC History Unit, ITV Studios, ZDF/3sat, ORF, SVT, Autentic, WGBH NOVA, France Télévisions, WNET Nature, HHMI Tangled Bank Studios, CuriosityStream, and, from Brazil, executives from Globo, TV Brasil, and Grifa Films. #EmbraturBrasil #VisitBrasil