Applications Open For Global Connect At SCREEN FOREVER 40 – Screen Producers Australia (SPA) has today opened applications for Global Connect, SCREEN FOREVER 40’s competitive, curated co-production program designed for established Australian-based film and television producers seeking global partners and financing. The initiative is held as part of SPA Connect and will take place in person on Monday 27 April 2026, before the main conference begins on Queensland’s Gold Coast.
Following the success of UK Connect (2023), Ireland Connect (2024) and most recently Canada Connect (2025), the 2026 Global Connect initiative will focus on India as the primary international partner country, while also welcoming producers from a range of other territories to build a truly global experience.
Global Connect aims to accelerate global partnerships and unlock additional funding streams to create new, award-winning film and television projects for international audiences. Selected Australian producers with gain unique opportunities to progress and finance their projects alongside international production partners and agencies.
Matthew Deaner, CEO of Screen Producers Australia, said:
“Global Connect continues to evolve as a powerful platform for international collaboration. With a strong Indian delegation participating as part of a broader international cohort, the program is designed to create meaningful partnerships and open new financing and creative pathways for Australian producers.”
Producers selected to participate in Global Connect will be offered a full day of events focused on doing business and unlocking additional funding, including exclusive talks, networking opportunities, and bespoke one-on-one meetings, all taking place on Monday 27 April 2026, prior to the official opening of SCREEN FOREVER 40.
Global Connect sits alongside the broader SCREEN FOREVER conference, which each year welcomes a wide range of international and Australian industry participants attending independently of the program.
Applications for Global Connect are now open via the SCREEN FOREVER website screenforever.org.au/40/global-connect.
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Applications Open For Global Connect At SCREEN FOREVER 40
