MAYALUNE RISING is an organization dedicated to expanding access to film and arts education, founded by Belizean-American filmmaker Samantha Aldana.
Our mission is to empower emerging artists by providing the resources, education, and community needed to amplify their creative voices.
Through workshops, mentorship, and collaborative opportunities, we foster communities, promote visibility, and drive meaningful change to build a more equitable and inclusive future for the arts.
For collaborations or workshop inquiries, please contact us at: mayalunerising@gmail.com
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Screenwriting Workshop
Belize City
April 29 – May 1, 2026
A three-day screenwriting intensive
rooted in folklore, identity, and place.
PAST WORKSHOPS
Belize Film Exchange
Belize City
June, 2025
A five-day filmmaking intensive
led by industry professionals from Belize, USA, and Mexico.
Future Frames : Youth for Justice
Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society
Belize
December, 2024
A three-day youth based filmmaking workshop
rooted in community and climate change.
