Are you ready for the 21st edition of LIFF in 2026? As the festival gears up for this exciting event, we are looking for enthusiastic young people to join our 2026 youth jury. Are you between 16 and 23 years old and passionate about film? This is your chance to be part of a unique experience!
The Youth Jury
What does the Youth Jury entail?
As a member of the youth jury, you will have the opportunity to watch several films specially selected for you. Alongside other jury members, you will engage in in-depth discussions and decide which film makes the biggest impression on you.
In addition to watching films, you will spend your days together and participate in a number of workshops designed to help you step into the role of a juror. Moreover, you will attend the festival’s official red carpet premiere. As a youth jury member, you bring enthusiasm and a fresh perspective to the film festival.
Join us!
Applications for the LIFF 2026 Youth Jury are now closed. Still excited to take part and would love to join the Youth Jury next year? We’d be happy to receive your application when the time comes!
About the jury
The Youth Jury has been part of the festival since 2021. The jury consists of young people aged 16 to 23. During the festival, you will watch a selection of films specially chosen for the jury. Together you choose the best film from this selection.
Besides watching films, you will spend the days together and receive a number of lectures beforehand that will help you choose the films during the festival. LIFF brings together young talent and enthusiasm with the youth jury. The youth jury adds a new, fresh perspective to the film festival.