IAD Digital Narrative Competition invites multimedia submissions that highlight real-life experiences, academic research, and explorations, all with an Africa focus. Narratives should investigate African development in the context of challenges, potential and/or strengths. Submissions may be in the form of digital videos or documentaries. The competition is open to all Cornell students from all disciplines.

Video submissions must be three to six minutes in length and shot in landscape mode.  Make sure all copyright permissions are granted.  Submissions will be judged on creativity, quality, and subject matter.   Deadline for submission to iad@cornell.edu  - February 10, 2026