We support filmmakers and creatives of color in Arkansas.

The Micheaux Award & Film Labs (MAFL) is establishing pathways to sustainable careers in film and media for Arkansas creatives of color.

Our initiatives include the Micheaux Award, providing $40,000 in direct funding to local creatives since 2020 - Micheaux Labs, offering hands-on education and production training with industry experts - and Micheaux Social gatherings, which build community and professional development for creative communities across the state.

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“Your self-image is so powerful it unwittingly becomes your destiny.”

OSCAR MICHEAUX

MICHEAUX LABS

THE MICHEAUX AWARD

MICHEAUX SOCIALS

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MAFL & Clinton School Research Arkansas Filmmaking Landscape

Clinton School Practicum Team Kaleidoscope: Dailyn Davis (Chicago, Ill.), Lauryn Durby (Fayetteville, Ark.), Trinity Lisk (North Little Rock, Ark.), Chloe Stringer (Austin, Texas), Jalen Humphreys (Memphis, Tenn.) pictured with Dr. Synetra Hughes (center)

The Micheaux Award & Film Labs (MAFL) is on a mission to create sustainable career pathways in film and media for creatives of color in Arkansas.

In partnership with the Clinton School of Public Service, MAFL worked to document and better understand the landscape for creatives of color throughout Arkansas. This collaborative research project conducted throughout spring 2025, aimed to uncover challenges, opportunities, and potential solutions for supporting creative communities in often overlooked regions. The Clinton School team will present findings from their research in April 2025, ensuring that the voices and experiences of Arkansas creatives are at the forefront of this work.

Together, we’re building a more accessible and vibrant future for film and media in Arkansas.

Be the Change You Want to See!
The future of creative spaces, funding, and opportunities in Arkansas starts with YOUR input. HUGE THANKS TO ALL WHO CONTRIBUTED TO THE SURVEY!

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The Micheaux Award is designed to support and encourage creation and authorship of Arkansas-based projects from filmmakers of color through strategic funding opportunities.

MAFL EVENTS - FALL 2025

We are excited to announce the Return of HOMEGROWN with a really dope new addition to spotlight ever more creatives.

This year we are privileged to team up with Locals Only to bring you the first ‘Clips & Convos: A Micheaux Social’, a music video screening event geared towards providing a platform to not only artists but directors, videographers, and visual creators alike.

SUMBIT YOUR PROJECT

Artist we want you. Submit your music videos for and opportunity to one of the (10) visuals to be screen at the event. Must adhere to the following criteria:
• Content must steer clear of conflict-centered or drama-driven narratives
• Visually striking, high quality, and professionally produced
• Thoughtfully crafted with originality, creativity, and artistic intention
• Visuals MUST be released within the last 3 to 5 years

ALL SUBMISSIONS MUST BE ENTERED BY AUGUST 5 FOR CONSIDERATION.

We’re looking forward to seeing everything Arkansas has to offer.

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CONGRATULATIONS 2025 MICHEAUX AWARD RECIPIENTS!

The Micheaux Award honors excellence in film, media, and the arts, aiming to empower and uplift diverse voices in the industry. On February 28th in the capital of Arkansas, we celebrated the 2025 Micheaux Award recipients whose work challenges boundaries, celebrates cultural narratives, and drives impactful conversations.

MAFL is honored to recognize those upholding the legacy, inspiration and pioneering spirit of Oscar Micheaux.