ARREST THE MIDWIFE Awarded Prestigious 2022 IDA Enterprise Documentary Grant

We’re thrilled to announce that ARREST THE MIDWIFE has been selected as one of just 11 projects to receive the esteemed IDA Enterprise Documentary Fund grant for 2022. Chosen from a competitive pool of 248 applicants, this honor recognizes projects that blend journalistic rigor with cinematic artistry to tell powerful, contemporary stories.

The IDA Enterprise Documentary Fund supports films currently in production across six countries, including Armenia, Ethiopia, India, Japan, Russia, and the USA. This global initiative highlights stories of resistance, resilience, and innovation, reflecting diverse and timely perspectives.

In their official statement, the selection panel commended the awarded projects, saying:
“As we confront a restructured world, the jurors were impressed by these documentary filmmakers’ deep commitment to telling stories of resistance and resilience while maintaining care for the relationships with the participants and communities centered in their work. The projects collectively push the boundaries of journalistic engagement with the art of nonfiction as they craft compelling and starkly unique narratives. We hope they will be an inspiration to the field at large.”

The ARREST THE MIDWIFE team is deeply honored to be among this year’s recipients. This recognition fuels our passion to bring this urgent and poignant story to the forefront. Stay tuned for updates as we continue this journey!