Get Involved

We are very proud to work with local community groups and facilitators to bring the festival to new audiences each year, engaging local people in documentary film and art.

Alongside our festival programme of films, talks and exhibitions, we also deliver events in partnership with people who live in our city, including workshops and discussions, performances, inclusive screenings and more.

Get in Touch

We are keen to grow our community programme and develop new relationships across South Yorkshire and the wider local community. 

If you’re interested in getting involved, are thinking of bringing your community group to the festival, and want to find out how to make that possible, find out more below and get in touch with our team at community@sheffdocfest.com 

Working with local communities

We work with a range of organisations to help engage the local community in DocFest, from youth groups and community centres, to sports clubs and artist collectives. In previous editions we've worked with organisations such as Slambarz, SADACCA, Sheffield Carers Centre and Sheffield Film Co-op. 

If you’re part of a local group or community organisation that would like to get involved, send us an email at community@sheffdocfest.com 

Some of the ways you can get involved include:

• Ticket offers for your community/group

• Community workshops, discussions, performances and events 

• Exhibition tours

• Group festival bookings

Click here to take a look at our 2024 programme of workshops and special activities.

Local businesses

Are you a local business or venue who would like to support, sponsor or attend the 2025 festival? 

We have marketing and sponsorship opportunities and can also offer group booking discounts for your staff. 

Please reach out to us at getinvolved@sheffdocfest.com

Schools, Colleges and Universities

If you are thinking of bringing your school, college, or university to the festival, and want to find out how to make that possible, click here to find out more.