The YCN is a worldwide network of 55 youth festivals, organisations (non-profit organisations and public institutions), and freelancers (film and media educators).
Membership is non-formal and is confirmed annually.
As of 2026, the network spans
37 festivals11 organisations7 media educators
5 continents25 countries
Youth cinema is about films made by young people and their right to express themselves through the moving image.
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