FUNDAMENTALS OF SOCIAL

FILMMAKING- 12 Weeks

APPLICANT’S GUIDE 2009/10

Silver Lining Creation

Vuoritie 2C 18, JÄRVENPÄÄ 04400
FINLAND
E-mail: slcreation@doramail.com, silverliningcreation@gmail.com
www.silcreation.org
Dear prospective applicant,

Thank you for your interest to joining this exciting course on Social Filmmaking. This is
a short guide that answers most of frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the
programme and gives you all important information ranging from selection criteria to
application deadline. If you still have any questions, please don’t hesitate to write us.
Your queries are always welcomed.

General Information

We get many emails addressing us as a university. Please note that Silver Lining
Creation is not a university or a part of any university. It has been registered as a not-for-
profit media organization and has due authority to conduct academic sessions, training
programs and be part of other learning activities. However, our programs are not aimed
at providing students with certain credits which can be supplemented or transferred to
other filmmaking courses or academic degrees.

We are an open group of independent filmmakers and script writers and most of our
workers work voluntarily in order to offer completely free or cheapest services possible.
We expect that applicants applying for this programme possess a sense of volunteerism
and, when needed, prepare themselves to work for social benefits without expecting
anything in return.

Who Can Apply?

We are interested in a wide range of global issues, but our primary focus is on the issues
of developing countries. So the applicant should
either come from a developing country or should
be able to show his or her interest in the developing
world.

We also welcome applicants who work or intend to

work with indigenous communities, ethnic
minorities, and women and in environmentally
hazardous regions.

This program is most suited for university students,

humanitarian aid/relief workers, community
workers, NGO workers, advocacy workers,
environmental activists, community or region
based journalists, independent filmmakers, script
writers etc.
Application Requirements

- The applicant must be at least 15 years of age and should have completed
secondary education or any other vocational training equivalent to that.

- The applicant must be proficient in the language of the training programme, i.e.
English. Command of the English language is a very important criterion for
admission. There are several ways to demonstrate your language proficiency level
including proficiency test results, your written work in English or demonstration
of academic degrees completed in English.

- The applicant must be able to exhibit his or her interest in the developing world,
poor economies, oppressed and vulnerable communities, women, ethnic and
indigenous minorities and environmentally hazardous regions.

Costs and Fees

There is no admission or teaching fee for this programme. This course is offered online
and is entirely free.

Selection Criteria

A limited number of applicants will be selected from received applications. The

selection committee will assess the following strengths of the applicant.

- Academic history
- Work Experiences, history of volunteer service and creative activities (if any)
- Statement of purpose
- Analytical skills (a written essay)
- English language proficiency

How to Apply?

- Download application form from our official website http//:www.silcreation.org

OR you can request one by email (slcreation@doramail.com)
- Fill in the form carefully and provide all necessary details
- Attach a color photo
- Send your application by email to slcreation@doramail.com
 Note: We always encourage activities that are environment friendly. That’s why
paper applications are discouraged. If you have problems in sending the application
by email, please contact us in advance and ask for an approval.

Important Dates

Application Deadline
01.08.2009- 31.10.2009 (late applications will not be
entertained.)

Notification of Selection and further information

10-20 December 2009 (All applicants will be notified by email)

Training Period
02.02.2010- 31.03.2010

All successful students will receive a certificate of completion

via regular mail by the end of April 2010.

Further Information

A study guide will be sent to all successful applicants with the notice of acceptance. The guide will
provide thorough details on teaching, online discussions, assignments and evaluation system.

If you still have any questions about the programme or application procedure, don’t hesitate to
contact us on the following address.

Silver Lining Creation

Vuoritie 2C 18, JÄRVENPÄÄ
04400
FINLAND
Phone: +358468478608, +358445038008
E-mail: slcreation@doramail.com, silverliningcreation@gmail.com
Web: http://www.silcreation.org

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