Kärnstöd till Dokufest Core support to Dokufest DokuFest-bidrag Creative Force 2024-2028 syftar till att utnyttja film som en katalysator för samhälleliga framsteg, främja progressiva värderingar, inkludering och berättandes förenande potential. Den fokuserar på att vitalisera och omvandla film och kultur, stärka utbildning och samhällsförändringar i Kosovo och främja hållbar utveckling och inkluderande tillväxt.
Genom sitt första mål siktar DokuFest på att höja festivalupplevelsen, till festivalprogram, förvandla Prizren till ett filmiskt nav som lockar globala filmskapare och publik. Detta strategiska drag går utöver att visa upp filmer och till att skapa en plattform för kulturutbyte, främja internationella samarbeten och förespråka hållbarhet och mångfald. Festivalens engagemang för mänskliga rättigheter och social rättvisa engagerar sig aktivt i dialoger, som syftar till att främja ett mer inkluderande samhälle där olika berättelser får resonans djupt hos publiken.

Ett annat mål är DokuLab, som ses som en pedagogisk del av DokuFest, ett visionärt program dedikerat till att stärka unga individer och filmskapare. Den utökar festivalens inflytande på utbildning, integrerar dokumentärfilmskapande i klassrummen och erbjuder omfattande filmutbildning och stipendier för framväxande filmskapare.

DokuFest främjar interkulturell dialog och aktivt medborgarskap, nyckeln till Kosovos sociala och ekonomiska utveckling. Införandet av Social Cinema för seniorer kommer att stärka förbindelserna mellan generationerna inom samhället, vilket speglar DokuFests vision om att främja en dynamisk och inkluderande filmkultur som spänner över alla åldrar och bakgrunder DokuFest contribution Creative Force 2024-2028 aims to leverage film as a catalyst for societal advancement, promoting progressive values, inclusivity, and the unifying potential of storytelling. It focuses on revitalizing and transforming film and culture, empowering education and societal change in Kosovo, and fostering sustainable development and inclusive growth.  
                                                                Through its first objective, DokuFest is aiming to Elevate the Festival Experience, to festival programme, transforming Prizren into a cinematic hub that attracts global filmmakers and audiences. This strategic move goes beyond showcasing films and into creating a cultural exchange platform, fostering international collaborations, and advocating for sustainability and diversity. The festival's commitment to human rights and social justice actively engages in dialogues, aiming to foster a more inclusive society where diverse stories resonate deeply with audiences.                             

Another objective is DokuLab, which is seen as  educational arm of DokuFest, a visionary programme dedicated to empowering young individuals and filmmakers. It extends the festival's influence on education, integrating documentary filmmaking into classrooms and offering comprehensive film education and grants for emerging filmmakers. 
                                                                                 
DokuFest fosters intercultural dialogue and active citizenship, key to Kosovo's social and economic development. Introduction of the Social Cinema for senior citizens will strengthen intergenerational connections within the community, reflecting DokuFest's vision of fostering a dynamic and inclusive cinematic culture that spans all ages and backgrounds. DokuFest symbolizes more than a film festival, it represents rebirth of a culture in a region once marred by conflict. The organization, through its dual components - the Festival and DokuLab - has become a cornerstone of cinematic culture, sparking societal dialogues and nurturing filmmaking talent. DokuFest envisions a culturally rich, socially conscious, and cinematically diverse Kosovo. The organization believes that through its strategic pillars, it can influence societal attitudes, empower young filmmakers, and promote gender equality in cinema. The theory of change revolves around the idea that a robust film culture can catalyze societal transformation and dialogue.

Through this intervention DokuFest is aiming for these changes:

Elevating the Festival Experience - DokuFest's primary objective is to enhance its festival programme, transforming Prizren into a cinematic hub that attracts global filmmakers and audiences. This strategic move goes beyond showcasing films and into creating a cultural exchange platform, fostering international collaborations, and advocating for sustainability and diversity. The festival's commitment to human rights and social justice actively engages in dialogues, aiming to foster a more inclusive society where diverse stories resonate deeply with audiences.

Empowering Through DokuLab - DokuLab, the educational arm of DokuFest, is a visionary programme dedicated to empowering young individuals and filmmakers. It extends the festival's influence on education, integrating documentary filmmaking into classrooms and offering comprehensive film education and grants for emerging filmmakers. The initiative supports the creation and development of impactful narratives, shaping the future of cinema with new voices and perspectives. The collaboration with educational institutions and the creation of a new space at Innovation and Training Park (ITP) Prizren exemplifies DokuLab's role in expanding educational and developmental opportunities in the film industry.

Championing Gender Equity - Another critical aspect of DokuFest's mission is promoting human rights and gender equality in cinema. By amplifying women's voices and prioritizing films that focus on womens stories, challenges, and triumphs, DokuFest challenges societal norms and stereotypes. This commitment extends beyond programming to fostering a culture of inclusivity within the festival's structure and outreach, providing resources, platforms, and mentorship to female filmmakers.

Economic and Social Impact- The festival's funding, sourced from various donors and sponsors, is allocated to diverse operational areas, including human resources, marketing, and logistics. Beyond its economic impact, DokuFest fosters intercultural dialogue and active citizenship, key to Kosovo's social and economic development. Introduction of the Social Cinema for senior citizens will strengthen intergenerational connections within the community, reflecting DokuFest's vision of fostering a dynamic and inclusive cinematic culture that spans all ages and backgrounds. 

DokuFest's Theory of Change embodies resilience, innovation, and a dedication to societal change through film, through cinema. By enriching its festival program, empowering young filmmakers via DokuLab, and advocating gender equality, DokuFest transcends mere festival status to become a transformative movement. Through film, it inspires, educates, and catalyzes social progress, staying true to its founders' vision while nurturing emerging talents and fostering impactful change in Prizren and beyond.