Outreach is how it all started!

We contribute to a stronger media ecosystem through our outreach work.

With our outreach work, we focus on creating access for people in the film, media, and tech community to grow. We are a part of the community we exist in. As such being mindful of how our business practice impacts the media ecosystem and the community around us are important considerations for us. We specifically create and support equity and well-being initiatives with a global-local reach.

Neha Hooda, Ph.D

Founder & Executive Producer

IMDB/Neha Hooda

#WANS

We Are Not in Silos (WANS) is a global initiative designed to address critical issues of visibility, representation, skilling, and access to opportunities in the media ecosystem. Rooted in a global-local approach, WANS champions and celebrates the capabilities of women and non-binary media professionals alongside male allies who advocate for equity and foster supportive ecosystems for growth.

By focusing on talent and potential rather than restrictive gender perceptions, WANS aims to create pathways for advancement and collaboration and widen the opportunity table that appreciates the efforts of women, non-binary, and men as well.

Our community outreach work has been recognized and supported by prominent global organizations, events, and festivals, such as Cannes Lions through their ERA initiative, FMX, European Film Market among others.

Follow our work with #WANS on Linkedin & Instagram

eLEVATE meet ups & workshops

We curate meet ups at international film markets and festivals for media professionals to foster strong connections. You can fill this form if you would like to know about our events across the globe.

Elevate Meet up @Berlinale 2025