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About Inclusive Film Foundation
The Inclusive Film Foundation (ANBI STATUS) stimulates opportunities for the development of emerging film talent belonging to marginalized groups or those with limited employment prospects. We do this by providing both financial and non-financial aid to film and documentary projects with great social urgency. These projects all have the potential to generate impact and social change. We provide both financial and non-financial aid which these projects can use for:
Education Not just for emerging talent, but also in order to create awareness and impact around socially urgent themes and marginalized groups. Impact Our projects provide visibility, give voice to those that are underrepresented in the media, help generate paid work opportunities for emerging film talent belonging to marginalized groups or those with limited employment prospects, and stimulate effective change in our society. Celebration of Differences The Inclusive Film Foundation promotes the widest range of diversity and inclusion in the projects that it supports. Each project is a celebration of differences. Check out our projects
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Members of the Board
Nikki Manuputty
Chairman | (she/her)
'Diversity is being invited to the party, inclusion is being asked to dance.' Nikki Manuputty has a background as a theater creator, actress and teacher. Besides that, she works internationally as a production manager and a spokesperson for creative accessibility and inclusion. Nikki has a neurological condition that limits her mobility and therefore uses a wheelchair. Living with a disability and being part of a marginalized group has made her realize how hard life can be in our society. But this part of her is also her strength. Looking through a 'different' lense at the world, she realizes that there are still many improvements to be made in the cultural sector in terms of diversity and inclusion and also in terms of creative accessibility. As an expert in different lines of work, a big heart for the film industry, and with her own experiences as a disabled woman of colour, Nikki looks for opportunities to actualize these changes in diversity and inclusion and is ready to strive for more. Because representation matters. |
Nivin Baranbo
Treasurer | (she/her)
Born and raised in Damascus, Syria, Nivin Baranbo came to the Netherlands with her family as a refugee. With a background in media and performance, she soon found new opportunities to shape her artistic voice in her new home country. Nivin’s first steps as an actress in the Netherlands began through Step by Step, a talent development program supported in part by the Inclusive Film Foundation. She went on to further develop her career through initiatives such as ZID Theater’s programs for emerging makers, where she expanded her skills as both performer and theater maker. Over the years, she has created and performed work that blends text, movement, and visual storytelling, often engaging with themes such as women’s rights, personal freedom, migration, and resilience. Her artistic journey reflects a deep conviction that theater and film can give a voice to stories that too often remain unheard. Drawing on her own lived experience, Nivin creates work that opens space for empathy, dialogue, and understanding across cultures. As a board member of the Inclusive Film Foundation, she brings this perspective to the forefront—advocating for a cultural landscape in which diversity and inclusivity are not exceptions, but the standard. |
Ron Brouwer
Secretary | (he/him)
Ron Brouwer brings a lifelong dedication to education, culture, and social engagement to the Inclusive Film Foundation. With a professional background spanning teaching, research, and policy advising for institutions such as The Hague University of Applied Sciences, the Dutch Ministry of Defence, and the municipal councils of Amsterdam and Utrecht, Ron has consistently focused on fostering accessible and equitable opportunities for all.Beyond his professional work, Ron has been deeply engaged in the arts as both a performer and a creator. From writing librettos and recording music to supporting international artistic collaborations, he has long believed that creativity thrives when voices from different backgrounds are heard and valued. As an active member and ally within the LGBTQ community, Ron advocates for visibility, representation, and safe spaces where diverse identities and stories can flourish. His personal commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and social justice is reflected in both his artistic endeavors and his professional vision. As a board member, Ron works to break down barriers within the film industry and ensure that underrepresented makers and communities find their rightful place on screen. His broad experience in governance, combined with his cultural passion and strong ties to the LGBTQ community, make him a vital voice in advancing the Foundation’s mission to create a film landscape that truly reflects the richness of our society. |
Official Documents
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