The SunChild International Environmental Festival returns for its 14th edition, continuing its tradition of bringing people together through environmental storytelling, film, culture, and action. Taking place from 23 to 27 October 2026 in Armenia, the festival will bring together a curated selection of outstanding environmental films from around the world. This year’s festival will be held in parallel with COP17 - the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, hosted by Armenia, creating a unique platform where culture, conservation, and global environmental dialogue come together.
At a time when biodiversity loss and the degradation of nature are among the most urgent challenges facing humanity, SunChild IEF aims to bring stories of nature, species, ecosystems, and people to the forefront of public attention. Through film screenings, discussions, educational activities, and community engagement, the festival creates opportunities for audiences to learn, connect, exchange ideas, and imagine new solutions for a more sustainable and biodiverse future.
Selected filmmakers and directors will be invited to Armenia to participate in screenings, discussions, and public events, fostering direct dialogue between filmmakers, experts, youth, and audiences during this globally significant moment for biodiversity conservation.