Children Jury

The award will be given for the first time ever in the One World for Children category for a short film that is part of the morning school screenings. It will be selected by the pupils themselves who are involved in the year-round One World activities in schools.

Anna Marie Janíková

Anna Marie Janíková

Anna (14) resides in Luhačovice and is a student in her final year of Mariánské náměstí Elementary School in Uherský Brod. Her main focus is on topics related to the history and culture of the 20th century. In 2023, Anna contributed to the One World project “Příběhy bezpráví – Z místa, kde žijeme” (“Stories of Injustice – From the Place Where We Live”), in which she helped develop the stories of female witnesses of communist injustice and connected them with a contemporary story about a girl from Russia. She regularly participates in volunteer projects organised by Caritas Czech Republic (e.g. the annual “Three Kings Collection” fundraiser, “Red Wednesday,” etc.). She is actively involved in theatre, dance, hosting concerts and festivals, writing short stories, and reporting for her school television.

Martin Kroupa

Martin Kroupa

Martin (14) hails from Mšeno near Mělník, where he currently attends the 8th grade at his local elementary school. Notably, he plays soccer for Neratovice in the Czech Republic’s second-highest youth competition. Alongside his athletic pursuits, Martin also frequently writes articles for the school website and for his local newspaper “Mšensko.” His exceptional talents and achievements were further recognised when he was chosen to be on the jury following his victory in last year's One World Art Competition. During his leisure time, he enjoys playing sports or video games.

Zuzana Sokolovská

Zuzana Sokolovská

Zuzana (12) is currently enrolled in the 7th grade at T. G. Masaryk Elementary School in Fulnek. Each year, she eagerly participates in recitation competitions and Natural Science Olympiads, showcasing her academic prowess. Furthermore, she plays an active role in the school’s student parliament, where her contributions significantly enhance local student life, fostering camaraderie and solidarity among peers and educators alike. Their outstanding efforts led Zuzana and her classmates to be nominated for the Gratias Tibi Award last year, and their project advanced to the finals, a testament to their dedication and impact.

Other Juries

International Competition Jury Awards

The jury for the International Competition award two prizes in this category: the International Competition Jury Award for Best Director and the International Competition Jury Award for Best Film. The jury comprises film experts from both the Czech Republic and abroad. 

Václav Havel Jury

In the Right to Know category, the film that makes an exceptional contribution to the protection of human rights is selected to receive the Václav Havel Jury Award for the Best Film. The jury is composed of prominent human rights defenders and international representatives of the non-governmental sector or institutions.  

Czech Competition Jury

The jury selects the best Czech or co-production documentary from the previous or current year to receive the Czech Competition Jury Award for Best Film.  

Competition of Immersive Films Jury

This jury awards the Immersive Film Competition Prize to the virtual reality project that demonstrates the most significant societal impact within its category. Evaluation criteria include the use of contemporary immersive technology and tailored narratives aimed at raising awareness of human rights issues. The jury is made up of artists, theorists, journalists, and experts in the fields of immersive and gaming art, as well as virtual reality.

Regional Jury

The regional jury comprises two representatives nominated by our regional partners. The nominees are chosen from One World’s fans and supporters in the relevant town. The jury is then supplemented by the holder of the Golden Projectionist title, which is awarded by our platform Promítej i ty!. The winning film will be included in the selection of documentaries included in the Get Your Audience! programme in 2023. 

Student Jury

Each year, we select a group of secondary school students who are actively involved in the One World in Schools programme. During the festival, they select the best film from the One World for Students category. The winning film is announced during the gala closing event and receives the Student Jury Award. 

Audience Award for the Best Film

Viewers can vote for their favourite documentary. The top-rated film will receive the Audience Award. Voting takes place directly in the cinemas with the use of tablets. You can rate the film by marking one to five stars, where five is the highest rating and one the lowest. 

Abakus Foundation Audience Award for Exceptional Discussion

Audience members select the post-screening discussion that has been the most rewarding for them, and which best supplemented the screened film. The voting takes place next to the cinema auditorium exit with the help of a tablet or QR code.

The award was supported by the Abakus Foundation.

Children Jury

The award will be given for the first time ever in the One World for Children category for a short film that is part of the morning school screenings. It will be selected by the pupils themselves who are involved in the year-round One World activities in schools.