Welcome to the FIDE
Social Chess Storytelling
Challenge!
Chess is more than just a game—it’s a catalyst for personal transformation, social connection, and opportunity. The FIDE Social Chess Storytelling Challenge invites creators from around the world to share powerful, real-life stories that showcase the game’s impact on individuals and communities.
The FIDE Social Chess Storytelling Challenge invites creators from around the world to share powerful, real-life stories that showcase the game’s impact on individuals and communities.
Whether you're a filmmaker, chess enthusiast, social worker, or passionate storyteller, this is your chance to shine a light on how chess can inspire, empower, and change lives.
- Submit your short film or video and help us highlight the heart and soul of chess beyond the board
- Open to everyone. No age or language barriers. Just your story
Are you ready to tell the world how chess makes a difference?
Every move counts. Let's move together.
Professional Category
High-quality films with polished cinematography and sound. If the length of the movie would exceed 5 min, an additional 30 to 60 second trailer must be included for each delivered documentary piece.
Format
MP4 or MOV, minimum solution of Full HD (1920x1080). Lower resolutions (minimum 720p) are accepted for grassroots submissions.
Language
Any language, but English subtitles are mandatory.
Content Guidelines
Must align with FIDE’s values of inclusivity and respect (“GENS UNA SUMUS” – We Are One Family). No offensive, political, or discriminatory content allowed.
Submission deadline
25th October, 2025
Grassroot Category
Creative, amateur-style films (including phone-shot videos) showcasing real social chess initiatives. If the length of the movie exceeds 5 minutes, an additional 30 to 60 second trailer must be included for each delivered documentary piece.
Format
MP4 or MOV, minimum solution of Full HD (1920x1080). Lower resolutions (minimum 720p) are accepted for grassroots submissions.
Language
Any language, but English subtitles are mandatory.
Content Guidelines
Must align with FIDE’s values of inclusivity and respect (“GENS UNA SUMUS” – We Are One Family). No offensive, political, or discriminatory content allowed.
Submission deadline
25th October, 2025
