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SIMA Academy

A global learning platform for inquiry, leadership, and civic imagination, powered by award-winning short documentaries from around the world.

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Los Angeles, CA

SIMA Academy began as an extension of the Social Impact Media Awards, transforming awarded films into a curated civic learning infrastructure for classrooms, communities, and leadership programs worldwide. It serves educators, students, and institutions seeking to strengthen critical thinking, media literacy, and democratic participation through real-world application, leadership development, and cultural exchange. Today, it reaches over 160,000 learners across 140+ countries, equipping the next generation with tools for discernment and informed civic engagement.

Language(s)
English
Added
2026-05-01
Last modified
2026-09-21T12:30:55.000Z

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Affiliation
Founder & Executive Director
Number of integrations
0
Activity status
Active
Geographic focus
Global
Community
teachers & educators, students

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