ASIFA 65th: Anniversary Celebrations Planned in 2025

The International Animated Film Association, ASIFA (Association International du film d’Animation), is celebrating their 65th anniversary with a variety of exciting initiatives throughout the year. ASIFA’s mission has always been to connect animators worldwide and promote the art of animation. As a global umbrella organization, ASIFA supports
unique regional groups and chapters across the world.

Chapters are hosting a range of vibrant local and national activities, including film festivals, workshops, screenings, and celebratory events. The spring celebration has already kicked off with retrospective screenings, awards, and seminars at notable festivals, including the Cairo Animatex Festival (Egypt), and the Monstra Animation Festival (Portugal). Summer brings the Zagreb International Animation Festival (Croatia), and the Annecy International Animation Festival (France), with even more activities planned for the rest of the year.

A Few Highlights:

• International Animation Day: ASIFA has issued a call for very short films about peace to be streamed on October 28, 2025, in celebration of the birthday of animation.

• Special Anniversary Cash Award: ASIFA will sponsor a special cash award at select festivals to recognize the anniversary.

• ASIFA Student Award and ASIFA Member’s Postcard Gallery: These popular initiatives are underway, celebrating the talent and creativity of the animation community.

• ASIFA Prize Retrospective Screenings: Curated screenings of ASIFA Prize winners will be showcased at several major festivals.

• Zagreb Animation Festival: ASIFA will host a General Assembly meeting, and animator Sayoko Kinoshita will be honored with the prestigious ASIFA Prize for Lifetime
Achievement.

• Annecy Animation Festival: A major gathering is being organized by ASIFA Hellas, Hollywood, China, and others to celebrate the milestone anniversary.

In addition, ASIFA Magazine and the ASIFA Academic Journal will highlight the organization’s history, achievements, and future directions.

For the past 65 years, ASIFA has worked tirelessly to connect animators around the globe, celebrate the art of animation, and foster cultural exchange, all while upholding the values of peace, love, and tolerance. For more info, visit asifa.net