***Open to all EXNW summit passholders, REGISTRATION REQUIRED*** 

Kick off EXNW Summit with an evening celebrating the diversity of racialized creative excellence in the screen industry and welcoming the special guests from Asia Pacific. Set in the heart of downtown Vancouver, this night brings together artists, storytellers, and industry insiders for an unforgettable start to the weekend. Expect inspiring moments, live performances, and space to connect with fellow attendees as we spotlight the vibrant energy of the global majority’s impact on storytelling.

Special musical samples from VAFF's Asians in Music-Homecoming songwriting camp jam sessions.