Shorts for Change Lab supports short films (documentary, fiction, and animation) through the development of tailored impact campaigns and distribution strategies for films with the potential to inspire change and action.
The Lab is an initiative of CoPro, in collaboration with the Western Negev Media Cluster and the Negev Film Fund, with the support of Mifal HaPais.
The six selected projects will undergo a personalized mentorship process, including the development of impact and distribution strategies. Participants will receive professional training relevant to marketing their projects (including workshops on trailers and pitching), while building a comprehensive impact plan and creating supporting materials designed to maximize exposure and generate real change on the ground.
The projects selected for 2025:
His Wife – Fiction
Director: Liat Kaplan | Producer: Adi Navon | Supported by Negev Fund, Makor Fund
Hagit prepares the home for the return of her partner Michael, who has been hospitalized for three years following a brain injury. His parents bring him home for Shabbat. Tension arises between Hagit and Michael’s mother, and after a long night of reflection, Hagit makes a life-changing decision.
Jamila’s Loop – Animation
Director: Idan Levy | Producers: Idan Levy, Gili Tselik | Supported by Gesher Fund, Negev Fund
Jamila (16) has no ID card and therefore cannot attend high school. She works in a packing house sorting sweet potatoes. Without official recognition of her existence, even the possibility of dreaming about a better future is denied to her. Her wish to become a teacher feels impossibly out of reach.
What I See – Documentary
Director & Producer: Fanny Ben David | Supported by Arava Fund
Ziva decides to reveal the eating disorder she has been struggling with—seeking healing, awareness, and recognition of a widespread but often hidden problem.
Elephant in the Desert – Fiction
Director: Yael Nivron | Producers: Kobi Mizrahi, Adi Navon | Supported by Negev Fund, Makor Fund
Rotem struggles desperately to save her relationship with her fiancé Nadav. She ignores the warning signs and covers up his behavior. Over one weekend, she comes to realize that continuing on this path will cost her Nadav, their relationship—and, most of all, herself.
