Global South Trans, Intersex, and Nonbinary Stories Unleashed

JAHA FILM FESTIVAL

is a radical and joyful celebration of trans, intersex, and nonbinary (TIN) film makers from the Global South. In a world that seeks to silence us, we reclaim our stories, amplify our voices, and fight for freedom and liberation through the transformative power of cinema. JAHA's work revitalizes the spirit of freedom and sharpens the lens of film, bringing to light stories systematically suppressed by the intertwined forces of religious supremacy, colonial power, and new fascism and other totalitarian systems imposed by the Global North. We invite you to approach the films with curiosity and share your reflections.

Please engage with the Trans Liberation Film School to fully benefit from these valuable films, which are vital chapters in our TIN history.

OUR MISSION

JAHA is a cinematic weapon of collective liberation. We platform trans, intersex, and nonbinary stories from the Global South to celebrate our unruly diversity, fortify global solidarity, and sear our truths into the world’s imagination through film.

OUR VISION

We envision a world where our trans, intersex, and nonbinary lens are celebrated, uplifted, and unapologetically represented. In a heteronormative, colonial world that seeks to silence us all, we claim our voices as storytellers, artists, and changemakers. JAHA is a cultural movement, a stand for freedom, and a celebration of our shared humanity.