Youth Competition for Films and Performances: "In the Leading Role: Humanity"

17.04.2026 | Burgas

The "Alef" Center announces the 13th edition of the competition "He who saves one human life saves the whole universe" for students of creative specialties. The theme is "In the Leading Role: Humanity". The competition encourages students to create films and performances that explore humanity and morality. Deadline for submission: May 14, 2026.

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The Center for Jewish-Bulgarian Cooperation “Alef” invites students from creative fields to participate in the 13th edition of the International Film and Literary Youth Competition “He Who Saves One Human Life, Saves the Entire Universe”.

The competition unites young artists from all over the world, with their works telling the story of the power of the human spirit, courage, and the choice to preserve human life. The historical act of saving the Bulgarian Jews during the Holocaust is at the center of the works.

The theme of the competition for students is “In the Leading Role: Humanity”. The organizers expect bold, honest, and emotional works that use the power of theater, dance, and cinema.

Conditions for participation:

The laureates will receive certificates, financial awards, and opportunities to participate in international cultural forums.

Selected films and performances will be presented on the stage of the NHC Cultural Center - Burgas on May 24, 2026, within the framework of the International Youth Literary and Film Festival “Friendship - Meaning and Salvation”. Burgas will become a meeting place for ideas, generations, and cultures.

The event is organized with the financial support of Burgas Municipality.